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How Do We Scale Accessibility in Higher Ed?

Most accessibility work in higher education is still reactive. But what happens when we design tools that help faculty remove barriers right from the start?

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Are you committed to advancing digital inclusion and accessibility? IAAP offers a range of events designed to enhance your expertise and connect you with industry leaders.

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Accessible sets aren't 'a luxury.' A new film starring 'Wicked's' Marissa Bode shows the way With the help of Inevitable Foundation’s Visionary Fellowship, disabled artists like Bode and filmmaker Katherine Craft offer a template for accessibility in Hollywood.

A short film led by Marissa Bode (Wicked: For Good) and supported by the Inevitable Foundation modeled how accessibility can be built into production instead of tacked on later.

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Emirates brings in new accessibility services - Aircraft Interiors International Emirates is introducing new services and products to make the air travel experience more accessible for people with disabilities. The launches include onboard sensory products, a mattress hood, process enhancements across the inflight experience, with more accessibility concepts currently in development

Emirates has introduced a wide range of new accessibility features across its website, airport services, and in-flight experience. 

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Accessibility | I’m Not Remarkable | Apple Apple products are designed for every student. Accessibility features like Magnifier on Mac, Accessibility Reader, Braille Access, VoiceOver, Sound & Name Re...

Affirming human dignity means designing environments where everyone can participate without being seen as exceptional.

Apple’s new video released on IDPD is a reminder that accessibility means belonging, removing barriers & supporting learners. 

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Carnegie Mellon University highlights how AI is reshaping access to information, from instant captions and translations to tools that help people navigate dense documents or complex interfaces.

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#IAAP #CMU #AI #DigitalAccessibility

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Where Accessibility Professionals Go to Grow Together

For many professionals like Dax Castro, ADS, the benefits of joining the IAAP community are invaluable.

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Strengthen Your Accessibility Testing

The Accessibility Tester Course equips professionals to incorporate meaningful testing into their workflows.

IAAP Members: Visit the IAAP Educational Portal 
Non-Members: Create an EduNext account to access

Course: https://f.mtr.cool/qeyevgohpn

The Human Advantage: Age And Ability In The Era Of AI AI may be the most powerful tool of our time, but its success depends on the most ancient intelligence we have: human intelligence.

Human diversity is a key competitive advantage.

IAAP certifications help professionals and organizations design inclusive tech and benchmark digital inclusion skills.

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Webinar Wednesday: Audio Description as an Aesthetic Innovation

Free Webinar - Now on YouTube!

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A collage of professionals, advocates, and thought leaders who attended the 2025 M-Enabling Summit in front of a white background with a white border around them. Below is a white banner with text, December 3, 2025. This International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we champion the full inclusion and equal rights of persons with disabilities as essential to a just and accessible world. On the bottom right are the G3ict, IAAP, and M-Enabling Summit logos.

Recognizing IDPD, we reaffirm our commitment to advancing the rights & dignity of persons with disabilities.

We're grateful for our community who work to remove barriers & promote a11y across digital, physical & built spaces.

Thank you for being part of our global movement!

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Access the Digital Accessibility Course for an introduction to creating inclusive digital experiences

IAAP Members: Visit the IAAP Educational Portal 
Non-Members: Create an EduNext account to access

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Join IAAP EU & Vially for the IAAP EU Accessibility 2026 Dublin Hybrid Event!

Explore the EAA beyond WCAG & collaborate to advance full inclusion for persons with disabilities under the CRPD.

Register today to attend: https://f.mtr.cool/pbluaohour

#a11y #EAA #CRPD #Accessibility

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Celebrating 10,000+ Certifications Worldwide!

We are thrilled that  10,000+ accessibility professionals worldwide have earned IAAP certifications.

Join our global network of certified accessibility professionals and make a difference through your work: https://f.mtr.cool/ijvlwkhwre

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IAAP certifications help validate technical skills & build credibility, strengthening how professionals show up in the workplace.

When your expertise is recognized, your influence and ability to make a meaningful difference grow.

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#indian #enableindian | Sayomdeb Mukherjee During the Zero Project India Conference in New Delhi, speaking about India's possibility to become global leader to support the disability sector, I felt proud as an #Indian and #enableindian. This visit also provided me the meet Radhika Kaul Batra who is the Chief of Staff United Nations India office to discuss the potential collaboration with EnAble India.

IAAP member Sayomdeb Mukherjee spoke about India's possibility of becoming a global leader to support the disability sector at the Zero Project India Conference in New Delhi. 

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How Mobile Ad Networks Support Accessible Digital Advertising in the UK | Disability Horizons Discover how mobile ad networks can make campaigns accessible for disabled people, meet UK Equality Act duties, and improve reach with inclusive design

For persons with disabilities in the UK, small barriers can shut them out of digital experiences.

When brands embed accessibility from the start, engagement grows. Tesco’s Changing Places campaign proved it.

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#DigitalAccessibility

#accessibilityinaction #workforceequity #highered #teambit #goldenhoodie | Blind Institute of Technology (BIT) Earlier this week, team BIT had the privilege of joining the Accessing Higher Ground Conference in Denver – Golden Hoodie included. 🌟 This event brings together the people who make accessibility happen in higher education – from disability services and accessibility staff to instructional designers and IT teams. 🎓💻 Michael Hess co-presented with IAAP's Samantha Evans, and shared how higher ed institutions can strengthen their own teams by hiring professionals with disabilities and create career pathways that support students with disabilities entering technical fields. A huge thank-you to the AHG team and everyone who attended our sessions! 🙌 #AccessibilityInAction #WorkforceEquity #HigherEd #TeamBIT #GoldenHoodie

BIT's Michael Hess co-presented with IAAP's Samantha Evans and shared how higher ed institutions can strengthen their own teams by hiring professionals with disabilities.

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#IAAP #ProfessionalMembership #A11Y

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The IAAP EAA Video 25-part video series led by Susanna Laurin offers a comprehensive overview of how the EAA affects accessibility requirements for products.

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Happy Thanksgiving to our colleagues, members, and partners.

We’re grateful for the global community working alongside our team to advance digital inclusion, drive accessibility & uphold the principles of the CRPD.

Thank you for the work you do to build a more accessible world.

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IAAP certifications give professionals the knowledge to drive change. For Alexandra (@Atos), her Accessible Document Specialist certification helps improve the documents she creates.

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#AccessibilityProfessionals #a11y

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Webinar Wednesday: Leveraging inclusive personas to develop accessible design systems

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G3ict is hiring a full-time, remote IT Services & Salesforce Developer!

Lead code-based solutions in Nonprofit & Experience Cloud, support global accessibility programs & manage security!

Apply by sending a resume and brief cover letter to: hiring[at]g3ict[dot]org

Beyond the Menu: Planning a Truly Inclusive Holiday Party - Triangle, Inc. The holiday season is a time for celebration and coming together with loved ones. As you plan your holiday gathering this year, we encourage you to go beyond being the traditional host-with-the-most to also consider any accommodations you can provide Read more

As we head into Thanksgiving, a reminder that the most meaningful gatherings are accessible to everyone. With 1 in 4 U.S. adults living with a disability, small choices can make a big impact.

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#InclusiveHolidays

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UNITED IN ACCESSIBILITY: Building Skills. Driving Change.

If you care about accessibility, a global community, and continuous growth, this is where you belong.

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Empowering Words from 9 Famous Women With Disabilities To mark Disability Pride Month, we’re reflecting on the strength, wisdom and encouragement shared by resilient women over the decades.

Powerful words shape powerful movements.

Ahead of #IDPWD, we’re sharing an inspiring piece featuring quotes from 9 influential women with disabilities whose insights challenge, teach & empower.

Which quote resonates with you?

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#NothingAboutUsWithoutUs

Designing Inclusive Presentations: New Google Slides & Grackle Guides! Are your Google Slides presentations as accessible as they are visually engaging? We’re thrilled to...

Are your Google Slides presentations as accessible as they are visually engaging? Boise State University announced the launch of their new guides for creating inclusive presentations!

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We are proud and honoured to receive the Svayam Accessibility Award 2025 for Championing Accessible ICT. 🎉 Thank you for recognising the mission, we’ll keep driving accessibility forward, every… | BarrierBreak We are proud and honoured to receive the Svayam Accessibility Award 2025 for Championing Accessible ICT. 🎉 Thank you for recognising the mission, we’ll keep driving accessibility forward, every day.

IAAP member BarrierBreak was honored at the Svayam Accessibility Awards 2025, for Championing Accessible ICT — empowering inclusion through technology and innovation. Join us in congratulating BarrierBreak!

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