Books on Topics Related to Inclusive Design
100 Things, by Susan M. Weinschenk, Ph,D
Unlocking UX Excellence: Practical Insights from Susan M. Weinschenk, PhD’s ‘100 Things About UX Design
A Web For Everyone, by by Sarah Horton & Whitney Quesenbery
Advocates designing accessible digital experiences, fostering inclusivity and usability for users of diverse abilities and needs
Inclusive Design For a Digital World, by Regine M. Gilbert
Guides creating universally accessible digital products, prioritizing diversity and usability for all users
Inclusive Design Patterns, by Heydon Pickering
Actionable solutions to create universally accessible digital experiences, promoting inclusivity and usability.
Helpful Sites for UX Designers & Web Developers
Weekly Chats
We’re an open online community of individuals dedicated to creating an inclusive world; we believe that accessibility is for everyone. https://www.axschat.com/
Microsoft’s Inclusive Design Learning Center
Inclusive Design is a methodology, born out of digital environments, that enables and draws on the full range of human diversity. Most importantly, this means including and learning from people with a range of perspectives. https://inclusive.microsoft.design/#InclusiveDesignPrinciples
Accessible Developer’s Guide
A guide to the simplest and most effective best practices on how to design, implement and test websites with accessibility in mind. https://www.accessibility-developer-guide.com/
Accessibe
We’re aA trailblazer in web accessibility, accessWidget redefines inclusivity and compliance using the potency of AI, machine learning, and computer vision. Streamlining the process, it revolutionizes web accessibility with cutting-edge technology. https://accessibe.com/a/ak3mw57
Inclusive Componets
Provides code examples and explanations for creating inclusive and accessible user interface components. https://inclusive-components.design/
Accessible Developer’s Guide
Offers guidelines and resources for creating accessible user interface components. http://a11y-style-guide.com/style-guide/
Deque University
Offers training and on-demand reference materials for every level and every area of expertise in digital accessibility. https://dequeuniversity.com/
Sites Related to ADA Standards, Practices & Support
WCAG Website
https://www.w3.org/WAI/standards-guidelines/wcag/
ADA Government
https://www.ada.gov/
Accessible Program
https://www.section508.gov/
Community Efforts, A11y Project
https://a11yproject.com/
Best Practices and Compliance
https://accessible.org/
Accessibility testing
https://www.magentaa11y.com/
ARIA Aurthoring Practice Guide
https://www.w3.org/WAI/ARIA/apg/
WebAIM (Web Accessibility in Mind)
https://webaim.org/
DAC (Digital Accessibility Centre)
https://digitalaccessibilitycentre.org/
University of Washington – Accessible Technology Program
https://www.washington.edu/accessibility/
Inclusive Design Research Centre (OCAD University):
https://a11yproject.com/https://idrc.ocadu.ca/
Understanding Accessibility
Web accessibility refers to the practice of designing and developing websites in a way that allows individuals with disabilities to perceive, interact with, and understand the content easily. Disabilities can encompass a wide range of conditions, including visual, auditory, cognitive, and motor impairments. An accessible website aims to eliminate barriers and create an inclusive environment that caters to users of all abilities.
The primary motivation behind building accessible websites lies in creating a more inclusive digital space. By making websites accessible, we enable individuals with disabilities to participate fully in the online world, providing them with the same opportunities as their non-disabled peers. It fosters a sense of belonging and empowerment, as people with disabilities can independently access information, products, and services, without relying on external assistance.
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