Events & Activities

Join us in celebrating Global Accessibility Awareness Day (#GAAD25) with “AI and Accessibility: Navigating the Challenges, Exploring the Potential”. This event is hosted by Transmedia Catalonia’s AccessTalks initiative in collaboration with the Be A(I)ware campaign under the ALFIE project. As AI becomes increasingly integrated into our daily lives, it presents both opportunities and challenges for digital accessibility. When developed responsibly, AI can break barriers and foster inclusivity. However, if mismanaged, it risks reinforcing biases and excluding vulnerable communities. This webinar will critically examine the intersection of AI and accessibility, addressing key concerns such as disaggregated data, algorithmic bias, fairness, user-centric design, and regulatory oversight. Attendees will gain insights into the latest research and innovative efforts to make AI more inclusive while tackling ethical concerns and current limitations.

全国の障害者ICTサポートセンターの取り組みやサポート事例等を紹介し情報を共有することで、社会のアクセシビリティを高めていくことに貢献します。 By introducing the initiatives and support cases of ICT support centers for people with disabilities nationwide and sharing information, we contribute to enhancing social accessibility.

Dieser Beitrag richtet sich an Lehrende sowie Mitarbeitende zentraler Einrichtungen, die sich für Lösungsstrategien für chancengleiche Teilhabe an digitalen Prüfungen interessieren. Studierende mit Behinderungen sind in digitalen Prüfungen häufig mit Barrieren konfrontiert, die ihre Chancengleichheit beeinträchtigen. Diese betrifft nicht nur die Rahmenbedingungen, sondern auch die Gestaltung der Prüfungen selbst. Wir stellen proaktive und reaktive Lösungsstrategien vor, die sowohl auf universeller als auch individueller Ebene ansetzen und dazu beitragen, Prüfungen inklusiver zu gestalten. In unserem Beitrag beleuchten wir kurz die Prüfungssysteme EvaExam und Moodle hinsichtlich der Barrierefreiheit, analysieren die Gestaltung der Prüfungsfragen und betrachten zudem die Selbsttestung zur Überprüfung der Barrierefreiheit. In einem kleinen Selbstversuch geben wir den Teilnehmenden die Möglichkeit, Barrieren in digitalen Prüfungen selbst zu erleben. Es wird aufgezeigt, dass neben universellen Vorkehrungen auch durch individuelle Lösungen von zentraler Bedeutung sind. Wir schließen den Beitrag mit Praxisempfehlungen, die Hochschul-Akteuren helfen können, digitale Prüfungen barrierefrei zu gestalten und so eine Chancengleichheit für alle Studierenden zu ermöglichen.

May 15 is Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD)! If you’re new to accessibility, Deque’s Accessibility Fundamentals session is the perfect place to start—and it’s FREE! Led by the same accessibility experts trusted by the world’s biggest brands, this session is for everyone: policymakers, designers, developers, testers, and more. In just two hours, you will:

• Discover what digital accessibility is and why it matters.
• Learn which laws and guidelines apply to your location.
• Explore how people with disabilities navigate the web.
• Get tips for championing accessibility at your organization.

If you’re new to accessibility, Deque’s Accessibility Fundamentals session is the perfect place to start—and it’s FREE! Led by the same accessibility experts trusted by the world’s biggest brands, this session is for everyone: policymakers, designers, developers, testers, and more. In just two hours, you will:

• Discover what digital accessibility is and why it matters.
• Learn about European accessibility laws and standards
• Explore how people with disabilities navigate the web.
• Get tips for championing accessibility at your organization.

The road to more accessible digital content is fraught with misconceptions, confusing and contradictory terminology and often expensive training solutions. All this puts off many individuals, small teams and sets back the accessibility project as a whole. Join us to find out how you can find your starting point, how to move forward with user-friendly take away practical tips and tools and understand how to interact with commonly used guidelines like WCAG- without being overwhelmed.

The road to more accessible digital content is fraught with misconceptions, confusing and contradictory terminology and often expensive training solutions. All this puts off many individuals, small teams and sets back the accessibility project as a whole. * Join us to find out how you can find your starting point, * Learn from user-friendly take away practical tips and tools *Understand how to interact with commonly used guidelines like WCAG- without being overwhelmed.

Celebrate Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) with Disability:IN by joining this insightful webinar featuring presenters from the US, Canada, and Mexico. Our experts will share their unique insights on accessibility, covering a variety of topics such as practical implementation strategies, real-world case studies, the impact of AI on accessibility, and methods for evaluating effectiveness. This session is designed to provide attendees with actionable knowledge and innovative approaches to enhance accessibility in their organizations.

Key Learning Objectives:

• Practical Implementation Strategies: Learn effective methods for incorporating accessibility features into digital products, including websites and apps, to create more inclusive user experiences.
• Real-World Case Studies: Gain insights from successful implementations of inclusive design by organizations in the US, Canada, and Mexico. Understand the challenges they faced and the solutions they developed.
• AI and Accessibility: Explore the role of artificial intelligence and machine learning in improving accessibility. Discover how these technologies can be utilized to create more inclusive digital environments.

Nutzt Eure Kaffeepause für Inputs und Diskussionen zu aktuellen Themen der digitalen Barrierefreiheit. In der Woche rund um den GAAD erwarten Euch jeweils um 14:00 Uhr Kurzvorträge, gefolgt von einer offenen Diskussionsrunde. Jede Sitzung dauert 30 Minuten: 15 Minuten Input und 15 Minuten Diskussion. Wir freuen uns auf Eure Teilnahme und einen gemeinsamen (digitalen) Kaffee!

Join disability rights activist and author Emily Ladau for a powerful conversation in celebration of Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD). Drawing from her lived experience and advocacy work, Emily will share reflections on what accessibility truly means, why representation matters, and how we can all work toward a more inclusive world. In this fireside chat, Emily sits down with Lily Bond of 3Play Media to explore the evolving landscape of accessibility, the importance of centering disabled voices, and how awareness can lead to meaningful action—across media, workplaces, and everyday life. This is a session for anyone seeking to listen, learn, and deepen their understanding of disability and inclusion.