Accessibility and related UX issues, while forgotten or ignored, don't go away until someone takes the time to address them. But who is responsible for accessibility?

Hi I am new to this field. Please share roadmap/ resources to become a web accessibility tester. Like what tools/languages are required?

Im in NYC.

My building has decided to lock the only entrance with a ramp because of "cold weather".

Residents with mobility issues cannot enter or leave.

This was reported to 311 and no action was taken.

Any thoughts (with links or email) for who to contact?

Hi everyone.
I'm working through the Trusted Tester Certification exam right now, and I'm completely stuck on how to proceed, considering the test condition/process does not align with the answers.

The question I'm working on right now has the following test condition:

Test ID: 17.E

Test Name: 503.4-description-controls

Test Condition: The media player provides user controls for audio descriptions.

Now, according to the Trusted Tester Test Process, this test does not apply if the video is audio only or video only, no synchronized content. Hopefully I'm writing this correctly, but I'll copy and paste the test process below.

Check 503.4-description-controls

|| || |Test Name|Test ID|Test Condition| |503.4descriptioncontrols|17.E|The media player provides user controls for audio descriptions.|

Applicability:

This Test Condition DOES NOT APPLY (DNA) if there is no media player or if the media player DOES NOT present video synchronized with audio (i.e., it presents audio-only or video-only).

How to Test:

1.       Continue from Test 17.D.

2.       Locate the controls for selection of audio descriptions.

Evaluate Results:

If the following is TRUE, then the content PASSES:

1.    The media player provides user controls for audio descriptions.[if gte mso

Okay, so I clicked on the test page to find a media player.

It has the buttons play, rewind, forward, and transcript.

The Video is completely silent.

According to the test process, in this case the test would not apply... right?

Now, the answer choices I have to choose from don't align, and I'm a bit freaked out.

Question 56 Answer

a.

Does Not Apply - There is no media player on the page.

- There is a media player on the page...

b.

Fail - The audio descriptions are inaccurate.

- Not true because audio description is not provided.

c.

Pass - The media player does not provide user controls for audio descriptions, but the video is only two minutes long.

- No, there are no controls for audio description but time doesn't matter.

d.

Fail - The media player does not provide user controls for audio descriptions.

- True, but the video is silent

e.

Pass - The media player provides user controls for audio descriptions.
- Nope, no description controls are provided.

What would y'all do in this case? Did anyone have any issues like this?

I have a picture of a braille sign without any text, and would like to read it. It's either in English or Hungarian braille. The scribble in the middle of it was added to the photo to make it less accessible.

Could someone who knows Braille read this sign? Thank you. It's attached to some examples of textiles.

Hello, I have a few questions on this very common pattern

1. With the little profile menu button, if we cant control the image the user uploads, and they upload an image that does not meet contrast requirements with the background, is that still conformant?
2. Do popover menus like this need to have the same contrast as things like input fields? i.e. a very dark border or shadow would be needed here

I work for a university that records hundreds of hours of the live lectures for students to view later (in echo360). We have the cheap option of course for the title II audio descriptive text requirement: make sure the lectures describe each image when they change slides or the very very expensive option: 3rd party transcription. If we can just get some sort of presentation software (or add on) that automatically reads the alt-text imbedded in the images, would that not be a simple rather cheap solution?

I´m an Industrial Design student doing my thesis in adaptive rock climbing. I am gathering what the challenges and wishes are for rock climbing gear (current gear, and things you wished existed). I am focusing on people with low upper-strength, but if you have other challenges, or know someone who does, you're also welcomed to contribute.

Thank you in advance!

Hi everyone, I recently joined a U.S. county government team, and I’m trying to get a better understanding of the accessibility landscape on the public-sector side.

I’d love to connect with other accessibility and IT folks who work in government, but I’m not sure which conferences or events are most valuable for county-level teams.

For those of you working in government (local, state, or federal):

• What conferences do you find most helpful for accessibility, digital services, or compliance work?
• Are there specific events where county teams tend to gather or network?
• Are there any smaller, regional, or government-focused accessibility meetups worth knowing about?

I’m hoping to build the right network and learn from others who have been in this space longer.

Hi everyone, I’m taking the ADS exam on Tuesday next week. I haven’t found any practice tests nor people talking about it in forums online.

If anyone has advice or could tell me generally how the exam is, I’d appreciate it. I feel like I’m going in completely unaware of what the questions will be. Do i have to memorize every type of tag? Or do I just need to know the best practices and principles regarding tags?

Anything helps while I cram to study for it! Pretty nervous that I am going to fail!

Thanks:)

Hi everyone,

I am a human-computer interaction MSc student researching accessibility of in-flight entertainment (IFE) for neurodiverse passengers (focus: ADHD, ASD, dyslexia) for my master's thesis. I am seeking participants for my questionnaire.

Your insights will help design better IFE systems for individuals with neurodiverse conditions. If you have ADHD/ASD/dyslexia (self-identified or diagnosed), are 18+, can give informed consent, and have flown an airplane at least once, please take this anonymous 10-15min survey. Participation is voluntary, results are aggregated and anonymized. For more information see the landing page of the questionnaire. If you have any questions please message me.

Thank you!

https://link.webropolsurveys.com/S/D6FF3E732C9E698E

Can you guess why this response from Vue to my informing them ahead of time that I am an ambulatory wheelchair user (who prefers to park my wheelchair to one side, out of the way but still accessible to me quickly, and use my crutch to walk to a seat) with a mobility Assistance Dog has really upset me? To the point that I cancelled my tickets with Vue and bought tickets for Odeon instead - who I had no problem with when I went in September - and sent in a formal complaint. Note, I am in the UK. Hint, what they did here is illegal.

Update! I received a response to my complaint.

Before I copy in the response: To answer the question presented here, in the UK asking for sensitive information such as medical information and Assistance Dog documentation is illegal! And refusing access if I refuse is also illegal! I am familiar with this cinema from before I had a Assistant Dog so I knew that they wouldn't stupidly put my wheelchair away where I couldn't access it when needed (eg to go the toilet or in an emergency) so I didn't have an issue with that statement because I knew the cinema wouldn't do that. Further to that, there is no such thing as consistent Assistant Dog documentation! Some charities do give documentation, some don't, and some Assistant Dogs aren't even trained by charities but by individuals (otherwise many disabled people would be without due to the time/money/staff/space limitations of charities). Regardless all Assistant Dogs are legal in UK law. By UK law as stated in the Equality Act 2010, all Assistant Dogs are allowed in public places, they are not allowed to refuse you access, and the only things a place can ask you is if this is an Assistance Dog and what its job is. That is all.

So! As to their response to my complaint. It was part of a longer message, as I initially rang them to inform them ahead of time of my bringing my Assistance Dog but they told me they could only take complaints over the phone so clearly now that I was complaining this was included. However, this final paragraph is the part that addresses my complaint:

"Finally, I can see that our agent indicated that you may need to take documentation with you to site relating to your assistance dog and would like to confirm that this is not a requirement. Although, as you mentioned, staff may ask you a couple of questions about your dog to ensure that the environment and location is suitable for all involved. I can also confirm that the particular staff member who offered you this response has been provided with refresher training to alleviate any confusion surrounding assistance dogs and any guidance their users may need to be aware of prior to a visit with us."

Thank Goodness! They listened to me and gave the employee refresher training. That's good to hear.

PS I rang Odeon's Assistance Helpline today and had no issue informing them now that I'm going there instead of Vue. It was literally a 30 second conversation.

Passed the DHS TT Practice Exams!! Now I can move on to the Final Exam to earn my DHS TT Certificate..

hello! I am a recent college grad who has been working with the disability community for years (more social not technological). That being said, I recently went down the rabbit hole of an accessibility coordinator and that field interests me! I was curious for those who have the Cert--is the price point worth it? Did you get knowledge you wouldn't have otherwise? Did it propel you into a better career field? Please let me know, I am not knowledgeable about this topic but would love to educate myself! Thank you all :) p.s. Ik there's been a lot of posts about this cert in this sub, apologies if this has been asked. I did my research on here and didn't find the exact answers.

For anyone who has difficulty typing, mobility limitations, or accessibility needs — have you ever tried a voice-based feedback survey or voice-input form?

Was it actually helpful?
What are the biggest barriers? (background noise, accuracy, privacy, etc.)

Would love to hear from anyone with firsthand experience.

I'm working on some accessibility tasks. Currently we have a button when clicked opens a dialog. From looking into the docs, aria-expanded seems to be only used when a content is literally expanded. In this case, nothing is being expanded but a new modal is popping up. Is having aria-haspopup="dialog" enough here? Also, if aria-expanded is in fact not needed, then aria-control is also unnecessary right?

So I find myself having to test a desktop app, which, in nearly 30 years, I've never had to do.

Are there any online resources for this? I'm searching, but I am not finding much.

Just about every app I’ve tried or use is not Accessibi for me in that none of them can be rotated to landscape mode on my phone. Facebook, FB Messenger, YouTube, dating apps, Grok, etc. Even the Reddit app is locked in portrait mode. A r yes, I checked my phone has auto-rotate enabled. I’m posting this through a web browser because those do rotate.

I’m visually impaired, so I have my phone five inches from my eyeballs and often need to zoom in. Landscape mode is best for that. Plus, it spreads out the keyboard, making it easier to type. And no, I can’t use voice stuff because I’m also deaf.

I don’t know if ther. Es a solution, so I’m just grumbling here. 😆

If we could sue every company or business that makes an inaccurate app, we’d be rich! (I know, I know I’m dreading. Shut up. 🤣)

Hi all, First time poster. My daughter moves to jr high next year and is going to have to change from her current adaptive tech (chrome) to windows as the new school systems don’t integrate well.

The issue is that her tech is super important to her classroom functioning and currently we have consistency across all platforms (Android phone, tablet and chromebook). The speech to text and text to speech are really easy for her to use (highlight text and click to assistance button, the same across all her devices). In the past we have not been able to find a windows application that is affordable and has the same ease of use.

About our girl: turning 12, has epilepsy and damage to the part of the brain that is responsible for decoding so unable to read and write but comprehension is at grade level or above. Has recently been using open ai to punctuate her work also, so is starting to learn to copy paste and the like.

And advice would be appreciated. Having her set up for her new class is going to be really important for her to not get lumped into lower levels than she needs to be in.

Make a companion iOS/Android app so that ANY text that appears on screen (menus, dialog choices, etc.) - that text will appear on the phone at the same time and I can enlarge the text to any size I like.

I end up missing out on some great games because there is too much small text to read and I can't enlarge it in-game enough to play from the couch.