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iaaporg.bsky.social @iaaporg.bsky.social · 52m

Join us In Congratulating IAAP Impact Award Winner Jan Mcsorley!

#IAAP #A11Y #ImpactAward

iaaporg.bsky.social @iaaporg.bsky.social · 1d

Congratulate Impact Award Winner Temitope Somuwa!

His visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to advancing accessibility and inclusive digital transformation, has established him as a key advocate for compliance, innovation, and user-centered design.

#IAAP #A11Y

Temitope Somuwa, Group Website Audit & Optimization Officer at UBA Group, wins IAAP Impact Award. CPACC Certified.

iaaporg.bsky.social @iaaporg.bsky.social · 1d

The IAAP Document Accessibility Course guides you through the steps to create accessible documents

IAAP Members: Log in to the IAAP website to access all courses & tests
Non-Members: Create an EduNext account to access individual courses

Explore courses: https://shorturl.at/Mye40

iaaporg.bsky.social @iaaporg.bsky.social · 1d

Six Ways to Make Hiring More Accessible

Employers can widen their applicant pool and increase employment rates for people with disabilities by making their hiring practices more inclusive.

Learn More: https://f.mtr.cool/bfljqwynod

#IAAP #A11Y #AccessibleHiring

6 ways to make hiring more accessible

Expand the applicant pool and support higher rates of employment for people with disabilities. It's a win-win.

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iaaporg.bsky.social @iaaporg.bsky.social · 2d

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.

Explore events on our website: https://f.mtr.cool/susgwfdqqh

#IAAP #A11Y

iaaporg.bsky.social @iaaporg.bsky.social · 3d

The U.S. Mint has released a quarter honoring the late Stacey Park Milbern, making her the first woman in a wheelchair depicted on U.S. currency.

Learn More: https://f.mtr.cool/esrlwdynbg

#IAAP #A11Y #Accessibility

Disability Activist Stacey Park Milbern Becomes the First Woman in a Wheelchair on U.S. Currency

The late activist, a visionary leader in the disability justice movement, is being honored with a new quarter, marking a significant moment for representation and visibility on American coinage

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iaaporg.bsky.social @iaaporg.bsky.social · 4d

IAAP member Julia Undeutsch is hosting a webinar " Assignment Review and Accessibility Audit Findings".

Learn More: https://f.mtr.cool/quslmjllec

#IAAP #A11Y

Assignment Review and Accessibility Audit Findings | Google Developer Groups

Virtual Event - In this session, we’ll review the accessibility audit findings from the assignment, discuss how to address the issues found, and explore effective strategies for improving website accessibility.

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iaaporg.bsky.social @iaaporg.bsky.social · 5d

Aspiring Filmmakers Gain Hands-on Experience with Bus Stop Films' Accessible Filmmaking Program

Learn More: https://f.mtr.cool/qkuawvyxub

#IAAP #AccessibleFilm

Bus Stop Films giving young filmmakers with disabilities a chance

After developing their skills across various aspects of filmmaking, participants in the Accessible Filmmaking Program spent a day on set bringing their vision to life.

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iaaporg.bsky.social @iaaporg.bsky.social · 6d

Santa Monica’s City Council has unanimously approved its first-ever Aging and Disability Action Plan, launching a three-year roadmap to better serve older adults and people with disabilities.

Learn More: https://f.mtr.cool/oelvdmupcv

#IAAP #A11Y #SantaMonica

Santa Monica Adopts First Aging and Disability Action Plan

Find out how Santa Monica's new Aging and Disability Action Plan aims to create a more age- and disability-friendly community.

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iaaporg.bsky.social @iaaporg.bsky.social · 6d

New to IAAP, or need a refresher on your member benefits? Sign up for a 60-minute session to receive an overview of IAAP benefits and ask our membership team questions.

Join the 14 October Drop in at 9:00 AM or 5:00 PM ET

Drop in: https://f.mtr.cool/yvjnrpxygn

#IAAP #A11Y

iaaporg.bsky.social @iaaporg.bsky.social · 6d

Funka Foundation is one of IAAP’s approved training providers. They have offered trainer-led certification preparation courses for many years, and they are now adding an accessible multimodal e-learning platform.

Learn More: https://f.mtr.cool/qyfktfvhjg

#Certification #IAAP #A11Y

New training opportunity! - Funka Foundation

During September, we launch our brand-new, accessible e-learning platform for self-paced learning! Welcome to an inspirational and multimodal experience designed to support every learner. The platform combines: Together, these features create an enjoyable and engaging learning path. Demand for train...

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iaaporg.bsky.social @iaaporg.bsky.social · 7d

Throwback Thursday: Accessibility In Employment Processes: End User Perspectives

Access the full webinar now on our YouTube channel: https://f.mtr.cool/dxegiijxby

#Webinar #AccessibilityProfessionals #IAAP

iaaporg.bsky.social @iaaporg.bsky.social · 8d

The European Accessibility Act (EAA) is now in effect, and it requires that emails be designed in an accessible way for all users, not just those in the EU.

Learn More: https://f.mtr.cool/jpehlugfxg

#EAA #IAAP #A11Y

Emails are getting a fresh look thanks to the European Accessibility Act

Digital accessibility and challenges in email marketing

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iaaporg.bsky.social @iaaporg.bsky.social · 9d

Win IAAP Merch!

This week, stop by the IAAP booth at m-enabling and drop your business card for a chance to win IAAP merchandise!

Drawings will happen during the am and pm breaks today and tomorrow.

Good Luck!

#IAAP #A11Y #MEnabling25

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iaaporg.bsky.social @iaaporg.bsky.social · 10d

This week, stop by the IAAP booth at m-enabling and drop your business card for a chance to win IAAP merchandise!

Drawings will happen during the am and pm breaks Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday.

#IAAP #A11Y #MEnabling25

iaaporg.bsky.social @iaaporg.bsky.social · 10d

Win IAAP Merch at M-Enabling!

This week, stop by the IAAP booth at m-enabling and drop your business card for a chance to win IAAP merchandise! Drawings will happen during the am and pm breaks Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday.

#IAAP #MEnablingSummit #A11Y

iaaporg.bsky.social @iaaporg.bsky.social · 12d

A new system called MotionBlocks is making virtual reality more accessible by converting subtle, manageable gestures into the larger, more dynamic motions that many VR games expect.

Learn more: https://f.mtr.cool/inmmeaotvw

#VR #A11Y #IAAP

VR accessibility gets a boost with game-changing motion tool

Virtual reality promises immersive play and social connection, yet for people with limited mobility, this promise often falls short. Many VR experiences demand large, sweeping movements—swinging arms above the head, lunging across a room, or stepping quickly to dodge an attack. For players who use...

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iaaporg.bsky.social @iaaporg.bsky.social · 13d

A trial of Microsoft 365 Copilot found that while general user satisfaction was 72 percent, neurodiverse employees reported significantly higher satisfaction and were more likely to recommend the AI tool than their neurotypical peers.

More: https://f.mtr.cool/rnfixvpeyp

#A11Y #IAAP

Why accessibility might be AI’s biggest breakthrough

UK study findings may challenge assumptions about who benefits most from AI tools.

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iaaporg.bsky.social @iaaporg.bsky.social · 14d

Build your a11y career with the IAAP Training Platform

IAAP Members get free access
Non-Members: Enroll for a fee

Topics include: CPACC prep, design & more

Get the courses: https://iaap.edunext.io/
Become an #IAAP Member: https://shorturl.at/pDepk

#a11y #ProfessionalDevelopment

Dark blue backdrop with a decorative blue circle behind a person in a wheelchair typing on a laptop. Text reads, IAAP Online Courses. Sign In or Register Now. Self-paced courses for IAAP members & non-members. List below with text reads, Digital Courses Include:
- CPACC Prep Course
- Accessible Development
- Digital Accessibility
& More.

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iaaporg.bsky.social @iaaporg.bsky.social · 14d

Throwback Thursday: Strategic Accessibility Leadership

Access the full webinar now on our YouTube channel: https://f.mtr.cool/fanjyenitd

#IAAP #A11Y

iaaporg.bsky.social @iaaporg.bsky.social · 15d

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.

Explore events on our website: https://f.mtr.cool/susgwfdqqh

#IAAP #A11Y

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iaaporg.bsky.social @iaaporg.bsky.social · 16d

Join Us on the Journey to Accessibility! 🌍
We are excited to share highlights of the IAAP United in Accessibility podcast, where we engage in vital conversations to make our world more inclusive.

Follow our podcast: https://f.mtr.cool/wruwloszcu

#UnitedInAccessibility #IAAPPodcast

"United in Accessibility" text above a globe with diverse people holding hands, symbolizing global commitment to inclusivity.

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iaaporg.bsky.social @iaaporg.bsky.social · 17d

Color alone isn’t enough to show text is a link. Underlines remain one of the clearest, most accessible signals. Accessibility and good design go hand in hand.

Learn more in this article: https://f.mtr.cool/jwormzwshu

#IAAP #A11Y #CSS

Style your underlines

Make your links beautiful and accessible.

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iaaporg.bsky.social @iaaporg.bsky.social · 20d

Test Your Knowledge & Earn A Badge

Enjoy $15/test at #mEnabling25 by visiting registration for a code.

- Take your test at the Summit
- Pass the test & return to the Registration Desk
- Earn a sticker & digital Credly badge

Register to grab your code: https://shorturl.at/GWlYi

iaaporg.bsky.social @iaaporg.bsky.social · 20d

Our first IAAP Membership Survey winner has been selected and will be notified by email.

Haven’t entered our IAAP Membership survey yet? There’s still time, the next drawing is Friday, September 26th.

https://f.mtr.cool/mexdmqcvhg

#IAAP