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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.

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

#IAAP #CMU #AI #DigitalAccessibility
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December 5, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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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.

Deepen your expertise and join an international community committed to meaningful impact: https://f.mtr.cool/chszpkeuqm

#a11y
Light green backdrop with gradient arrows next to the horizontal IAAP logo behind a large quotation mark and a quote from Dax Castro, I’ve been an IAAP member for years, and it’s always been nothing but beneficial... The community forums that are online, and the ability to ask questions or to help other people, have really been important and a great experience. - Dax Castro, ADS, Sr. Accessibility Trainer / Accessibility Advocate - Chax Training and Consulting. His headshot is on the left.
December 4, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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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
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December 4, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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Webinar Wednesday: Audio Description as an Aesthetic Innovation

Free Webinar - Now on YouTube!

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

#WebinarWednesday #AccessibilityProfessionals #IAAP
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December 3, 2025 at 8:02 PM
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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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December 3, 2025 at 5:10 PM
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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

Course: https://f.mtr.cool/hkjizfiazi
Become an IAAP Member: https://f.mtr.cool/zqkyhjpkby
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December 3, 2025 at 3:05 PM
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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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December 2, 2025 at 6:30 PM
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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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December 2, 2025 at 4:32 PM
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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.

Get certified: https://f.mtr.cool/zzphshiemn

#a11y
Light orange backdrop with gradient arrows next to the horizontal IAAP logo behind a large quotation mark and a quote, Being ADS Certified is a great way to let people know that we do know document accessibility and confirms that we are knowledgeable on the topic... It helps people feel more comfortable working with us because we have that certification. - Chad Chelius, ADS, Accessibility Wizard - Chax Training and Consulting. To the left of his name & title is his headshot.
December 2, 2025 at 2:03 PM
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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.

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

 #IAAP #A11Y
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December 1, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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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.

Explore the course now: https://f.mtr.cool/ogcvdzkcwb
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Become an IAAP member today: https://f.mtr.cool/bohzogtxix

#a11y #EAA
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November 28, 2025 at 2:32 PM
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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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November 27, 2025 at 4:06 PM
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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.

Create impact by getting certified: https://f.mtr.cool/ocamlycchx

#AccessibilityProfessionals #a11y
Blue backdrop with arrows next to the IAAP logo behind a quotation mark and quote, I got certified as an Accessible Document Specialist for my daily work, and it has a big impact because I create a lot of those documents... It’s a way to create awareness because if those documents are not accessible, I can enable my colleagues with easy ways to do accessibility in their daily jobs.- Alexandra Nothnagel, Program Manager Global Accessibility & Digital Inclusion Governance - Atos International.
November 27, 2025 at 2:04 PM
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Webinar Wednesday: Leveraging inclusive personas to develop accessible design systems

Free Webinar - on our YouTube channel: https://f.mtr.cool/jmldtvelzf

#WebinarWednesday #AccessibilityProfessionals #IAAP
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November 26, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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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
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November 26, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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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.

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

 #IAAP #A11Y
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November 25, 2025 at 6:31 PM
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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.

https://f.mtr.cool/jimtlmkpdj

#UnitedInAccessibility #AccessibilityProfessionals #IAAP #Membership
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November 25, 2025 at 4:05 PM
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Join Fundación Dalat for "Accessibility and Artificial Intelligence," a free virtual event on Nov. 25.

We hope you'll join us alongside a11y professionals, developers, leaders, & advocates to gain additional insight into the direction of AI.

Register: https://f.mtr.cool/gfymppzubn
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November 21, 2025 at 3:06 PM
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🎙️ What Does Accessibility Practice Really Look Like Today?

Radek Pavlíček, CPWA reminds us that accessibility needs to be lived, learned, and applied every day.

Tune into Episode 59: https://f.mtr.cool/wutugxzuwi

#IAAP #podcast #UnitedInAccessibility
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November 20, 2025 at 7:03 PM
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Build skills to champion a11y testing with the Accessibility Tester Course to embed it into your processes & ensure digital products are accessible.

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

https://shorturl.at/OHYHv
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November 20, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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We're at Accessing Higher Ground, and we are excited to connect with attendees who are working to advance accessibility across higher education, business, and the public sector.

Visit us at Booth 15 to connect about IAAP membership, certifications, & other programs.

#AHG25
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November 19, 2025 at 6:41 PM
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Webinar Wednesday: Super accessibility: immersive media for all

Free Webinar - Now on YouTube!

Learn about IAAP membership: https://f.mtr.cool/nnziudgxxh

#WebinarWednesday #AccessibilityProfessionals #IAAP
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November 19, 2025 at 6:31 PM
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Are you joining the Association on Higher Education And Disability and ATHEN at this year's conference in Denver, Colorado?

Visit Booth 15 to connect with our team and learn more about our programs, certifications & more!

Learn more about the conference: https://accessinghigherground.org/
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November 17, 2025 at 9:02 PM
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Advance your skills with IAAP's Training Platform with courses that help you build, validate, & grow your a11y expertise.

IAAP Members: Log in using your IAAP credentials to access courses
Non-Members: Create an EduNext account to access courses

Courses: https://iaap.edunext.io/
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November 15, 2025 at 4:03 PM
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Deepen your inclusive digital experience knowledge with the IAAP Digital Accessibility Course to create inclusive digital content & products

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

Course: https://shorturl.at/OHYHv
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November 13, 2025 at 3:04 PM