https://www.accessibility.com/blog en Wed, 25 Mar 2026 10:15:00 GMT 2026-03-25T10:15:00Z en https://www.accessibility.com/blog/understanding-cognitive-load-in-ux-design <div class="hs-featured-image-wrapper"> <a href="https://www.accessibility.com/blog/understanding-cognitive-load-in-ux-design" title="" class="hs-featured-image-link"> <img src="https://www.accessibility.com/hubfs/Businessman%20stressed%20out%20at%20work%20in%20casual%20office-1.jpeg" alt="Businessman stressed out at work in casual office-1" class="hs-featured-image" style="width:auto !important; max-width:50%; float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;"> </a> </div> <p><span>Digital accessibility is not only about what users can see or hear. It also includes the mental effort required to complete a task. When an interface asks users to hold too much in memory, make too many decisions, or recover from confusing steps, many people struggle to finish what they started.</span></p> <div class="hs-featured-image-wrapper"> <a href="https://www.accessibility.com/blog/understanding-cognitive-load-in-ux-design" title="" class="hs-featured-image-link"> <img src="https://www.accessibility.com/hubfs/Businessman%20stressed%20out%20at%20work%20in%20casual%20office-1.jpeg" alt="Businessman stressed out at work in casual office-1" class="hs-featured-image" style="width:auto !important; max-width:50%; float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;"> </a> </div> <p><span>Digital accessibility is not only about what users can see or hear. It also includes the mental effort required to complete a task. When an interface asks users to hold too much in memory, make too many decisions, or recover from confusing steps, many people struggle to finish what they started.</span></p> <img src="https://track.hubspot.com/__ptq.gif?a=6576634&amp;k=14&amp;r=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.accessibility.com%2Fblog%2Funderstanding-cognitive-load-in-ux-design&amp;bu=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.accessibility.com%252Fblog&amp;bvt=rss" alt="" width="1" height="1" style="min-height:1px!important;width:1px!important;border-width:0!important;margin-top:0!important;margin-bottom:0!important;margin-right:0!important;margin-left:0!important;padding-top:0!important;padding-bottom:0!important;padding-right:0!important;padding-left:0!important; "> Website Accessibility Accessible Design UX Design Wed, 25 Mar 2026 10:15:00 GMT social@accessibility.com (Accessibility.com Team) https://www.accessibility.com/blog/understanding-cognitive-load-in-ux-design 2026-03-25T10:15:00Z https://www.accessibility.com/blog/developmental-disabilities-awareness-month-breaking-barriers-to-inclusion <div class="hs-featured-image-wrapper"> <a href="https://www.accessibility.com/blog/developmental-disabilities-awareness-month-breaking-barriers-to-inclusion" title="" class="hs-featured-image-link"> <img src="https://www.accessibility.com/hubfs/Multiethnic%20group%20of%20happy%20business%20people%20working%20together%20in%20office.jpeg" alt="Each March, Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month offers an opportunity to recognize the contributions of people with developmental disabilities and to examine the barriers that can limit their full participation in society. The Administration for Community Living’s overview of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month highlights this observance as a time to focus on inclusion and address barriers to meaningful participation. Awareness matters, but inclusion takes action. It requires intentional decisions to create environments where more people can learn, work, and engage without unnecessary obstacles. Key takeaways Many barriers are created by design choices, not by a person’s diagnosis. Digital accessibility supports people with a wide range of cognitive, learning, communication, and sensory needs. Consistent navigation and predictable interactions help users complete tasks with fewer surprises. Inclusion improves when accessibility is built into policies, procurement, and everyday workflows, not added at the end. What is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month? DDAM is led each year by the National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities (NACDD) and partners, with a focus on increasing inclusion and addressing barriers people still face in their communities. What are developmental disabilities? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's definition of developmental disabilities describes them as a group of conditions associated with impairments in physical, learning, language, or behavior areas. These conditions begin during the developmental period, may impact day-to-day functioning, and usually last throughout a person’s lifetime. You may see the term used differently depending on context, such as healthcare, education, or eligibility for services. In U.S. federal law, the Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act includes a definition with criteria such as onset before age 22 and substantial functional limitations. See 42 U.S. Code § 15002, “Definitions”. Examples can include autism spectrum disorder, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, and intellectual disability, among others. People’s experiences vary widely, and no single list captures them all. Understanding the barriers Barriers to inclusion often appear in everyday places, including online. Digital barriers Digital platforms that rely on complex navigation, dense text, or confusing interactions can exclude users who process information differently. Common issues include: Inconsistent menus and page structure (users may have to relearn navigation). See WCAG 2.2 Understanding Success Criterion 3.2.3 (Consistent Navigation). Unexpected changes in context (for example, a page moving or changing when a user tabs or selects a field). See WCAG Understanding “Predictable” (Guideline 3.2). Overly complex content and unclear instructions can increase cognitive load. See W3C’s cognitive accessibility guidance: Making Content Usable for People with Cognitive and Learning Disabilities. To evaluate web content, many organizations use the W3C Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2, which include requirements that support consistency and predictability. Physical and service barriers In physical spaces and service environments, barriers may include: Unclear wayfinding (signage and directions that are inconsistent or hard to understand) Environments that overwhelm people who are sensitive to noise, lighting, or crowds Processes that assume everyone communicates, learns, or moves in the same way Policy and culture barriers In workplaces and schools, rigid policies and assumptions about communication or productivity can limit opportunities for meaningful participation. Inclusion is stronger when teams plan for differences rather than reacting after someone is already struggling. Accessibility as a foundation for inclusion Accessibility helps remove barriers in digital, physical, and social environments. When organizations design with accessibility in mind from the start, they often create systems that work better for everyone. Digital practices that can help Start with changes that reduce confusion and increase clarity: Use clear headings and structure so users can scan and understand the page. (For practical examples, see the W3C WAI resource: Page structure and layout examples.) Keep navigation consistent across related pages. See Understanding Success Criterion 3.2.3 (Consistent Navigation). Avoid unexpected changes when users interact with controls. See Understanding “Predictable” (Guideline 3.2). Use plain language where possible, especially in instructions, forms, and task flows. See Making Content Usable for People with Cognitive and Learning Disabilities. If your organization is a U.S. federal agency (or builds certain information and communication technology for federal use), accessibility obligations may also apply under Section 508. See Section508.gov guidance on applicability and conformance. Inclusion in the workplace and community Employment is one of the most important areas for breaking barriers. Inclusive hiring practices, accessible onboarding materials, and reasonable accommodations can help people with developmental disabilities contribute their skills and perspectives. In the United States, Title I of the ADA may require employers to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified employees or applicants, unless doing so would cause undue hardship. Requirements depend on context, so treat this as general information, not legal advice. For an authoritative overview, see the EEOC’s enforcement guidance on reasonable accommodation and undue hardship and the ADA.gov guide to disability rights laws. Community inclusion is equally important. Accessible public services, events, and digital resources help ensure that people with developmental disabilities can participate in civic life. Moving from awareness to action DDAM is a reminder that inclusion is an ongoing commitment. Organizations can take meaningful steps by evaluating accessibility, listening to people with disabilities, and embedding accessibility into policies, design processes, and training. A starter checklist Audit your top user journeys (navigation, key tasks, forms, and frequently used PDFs). Fix inconsistent navigation and labeling first. Rewrite high-traffic pages using plain language and descriptive headings. See Making Content Usable for People with Cognitive and Learning Disabilities. Offer multiple ways to get help (for example, phone, email, and online support). Include people with disabilities in usability testing and feedback loops. Build accessibility into procurement, design reviews, and publishing workflows. Train staff on accessible communication and respectful interaction. Make your accommodation process easy to find and easy to use. See EEOC resources on reasonable accommodation. Breaking barriers does not require perfection. It requires progress, accountability, and a willingness to learn. By prioritizing accessibility, we move closer to a world where people with developmental disabilities are not simply accommodated, but fully included. At Accessibility.com, we believe accessibility is a foundation for equity. This month and beyond, let’s keep building environments that support everyone’s ability to participate, contribute, and thrive." class="hs-featured-image" style="width:auto !important; max-width:50%; float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;"> </a> </div> <p><span>Each March, Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month offers an opportunity to recognize the contributions of people with developmental disabilities and to examine the barriers that can limit their full participation in society. The </span><a href="https://acl.gov/news-and-events/events-and-observances/developmental-disabilities-awareness-month"><u><span style="color: #1155cc;">Administration for Community Living’s overview of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month</span></u></a><span> highlights this observance as a time to focus on inclusion and address barriers to meaningful participation.</span></p> <div class="hs-featured-image-wrapper"> <a href="https://www.accessibility.com/blog/developmental-disabilities-awareness-month-breaking-barriers-to-inclusion" title="" class="hs-featured-image-link"> <img src="https://www.accessibility.com/hubfs/Multiethnic%20group%20of%20happy%20business%20people%20working%20together%20in%20office.jpeg" alt="Each March, Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month offers an opportunity to recognize the contributions of people with developmental disabilities and to examine the barriers that can limit their full participation in society. The Administration for Community Living’s overview of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month highlights this observance as a time to focus on inclusion and address barriers to meaningful participation. Awareness matters, but inclusion takes action. It requires intentional decisions to create environments where more people can learn, work, and engage without unnecessary obstacles. Key takeaways Many barriers are created by design choices, not by a person’s diagnosis. Digital accessibility supports people with a wide range of cognitive, learning, communication, and sensory needs. Consistent navigation and predictable interactions help users complete tasks with fewer surprises. Inclusion improves when accessibility is built into policies, procurement, and everyday workflows, not added at the end. What is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month? DDAM is led each year by the National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities (NACDD) and partners, with a focus on increasing inclusion and addressing barriers people still face in their communities. What are developmental disabilities? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's definition of developmental disabilities describes them as a group of conditions associated with impairments in physical, learning, language, or behavior areas. These conditions begin during the developmental period, may impact day-to-day functioning, and usually last throughout a person’s lifetime. You may see the term used differently depending on context, such as healthcare, education, or eligibility for services. In U.S. federal law, the Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act includes a definition with criteria such as onset before age 22 and substantial functional limitations. See 42 U.S. Code § 15002, “Definitions”. Examples can include autism spectrum disorder, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, and intellectual disability, among others. People’s experiences vary widely, and no single list captures them all. Understanding the barriers Barriers to inclusion often appear in everyday places, including online. Digital barriers Digital platforms that rely on complex navigation, dense text, or confusing interactions can exclude users who process information differently. Common issues include: Inconsistent menus and page structure (users may have to relearn navigation). See WCAG 2.2 Understanding Success Criterion 3.2.3 (Consistent Navigation). Unexpected changes in context (for example, a page moving or changing when a user tabs or selects a field). See WCAG Understanding “Predictable” (Guideline 3.2). Overly complex content and unclear instructions can increase cognitive load. See W3C’s cognitive accessibility guidance: Making Content Usable for People with Cognitive and Learning Disabilities. To evaluate web content, many organizations use the W3C Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2, which include requirements that support consistency and predictability. Physical and service barriers In physical spaces and service environments, barriers may include: Unclear wayfinding (signage and directions that are inconsistent or hard to understand) Environments that overwhelm people who are sensitive to noise, lighting, or crowds Processes that assume everyone communicates, learns, or moves in the same way Policy and culture barriers In workplaces and schools, rigid policies and assumptions about communication or productivity can limit opportunities for meaningful participation. Inclusion is stronger when teams plan for differences rather than reacting after someone is already struggling. Accessibility as a foundation for inclusion Accessibility helps remove barriers in digital, physical, and social environments. When organizations design with accessibility in mind from the start, they often create systems that work better for everyone. Digital practices that can help Start with changes that reduce confusion and increase clarity: Use clear headings and structure so users can scan and understand the page. (For practical examples, see the W3C WAI resource: Page structure and layout examples.) Keep navigation consistent across related pages. See Understanding Success Criterion 3.2.3 (Consistent Navigation). Avoid unexpected changes when users interact with controls. See Understanding “Predictable” (Guideline 3.2). Use plain language where possible, especially in instructions, forms, and task flows. See Making Content Usable for People with Cognitive and Learning Disabilities. If your organization is a U.S. federal agency (or builds certain information and communication technology for federal use), accessibility obligations may also apply under Section 508. See Section508.gov guidance on applicability and conformance. Inclusion in the workplace and community Employment is one of the most important areas for breaking barriers. Inclusive hiring practices, accessible onboarding materials, and reasonable accommodations can help people with developmental disabilities contribute their skills and perspectives. In the United States, Title I of the ADA may require employers to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified employees or applicants, unless doing so would cause undue hardship. Requirements depend on context, so treat this as general information, not legal advice. For an authoritative overview, see the EEOC’s enforcement guidance on reasonable accommodation and undue hardship and the ADA.gov guide to disability rights laws. Community inclusion is equally important. Accessible public services, events, and digital resources help ensure that people with developmental disabilities can participate in civic life. Moving from awareness to action DDAM is a reminder that inclusion is an ongoing commitment. Organizations can take meaningful steps by evaluating accessibility, listening to people with disabilities, and embedding accessibility into policies, design processes, and training. A starter checklist Audit your top user journeys (navigation, key tasks, forms, and frequently used PDFs). Fix inconsistent navigation and labeling first. Rewrite high-traffic pages using plain language and descriptive headings. See Making Content Usable for People with Cognitive and Learning Disabilities. Offer multiple ways to get help (for example, phone, email, and online support). Include people with disabilities in usability testing and feedback loops. Build accessibility into procurement, design reviews, and publishing workflows. Train staff on accessible communication and respectful interaction. Make your accommodation process easy to find and easy to use. See EEOC resources on reasonable accommodation. Breaking barriers does not require perfection. It requires progress, accountability, and a willingness to learn. By prioritizing accessibility, we move closer to a world where people with developmental disabilities are not simply accommodated, but fully included. At Accessibility.com, we believe accessibility is a foundation for equity. This month and beyond, let’s keep building environments that support everyone’s ability to participate, contribute, and thrive." class="hs-featured-image" style="width:auto !important; max-width:50%; float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;"> </a> </div> <p><span>Each March, Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month offers an opportunity to recognize the contributions of people with developmental disabilities and to examine the barriers that can limit their full participation in society. The </span><a href="https://acl.gov/news-and-events/events-and-observances/developmental-disabilities-awareness-month"><u><span style="color: #1155cc;">Administration for Community Living’s overview of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month</span></u></a><span> highlights this observance as a time to focus on inclusion and address barriers to meaningful participation.</span></p> <img src="https://track.hubspot.com/__ptq.gif?a=6576634&amp;k=14&amp;r=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.accessibility.com%2Fblog%2Fdevelopmental-disabilities-awareness-month-breaking-barriers-to-inclusion&amp;bu=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.accessibility.com%252Fblog&amp;bvt=rss" alt="" width="1" height="1" style="min-height:1px!important;width:1px!important;border-width:0!important;margin-top:0!important;margin-bottom:0!important;margin-right:0!important;margin-left:0!important;padding-top:0!important;padding-bottom:0!important;padding-right:0!important;padding-left:0!important; "> Digital Accessibility Website Accessibility Developmental Disabilities Tue, 10 Mar 2026 09:45:00 GMT social@accessibility.com (Accessibility.com Team) https://www.accessibility.com/blog/developmental-disabilities-awareness-month-breaking-barriers-to-inclusion 2026-03-10T09:45:00Z https://www.accessibility.com/blog/world-hearing-day-designing-for-deaf-and-hard-of-hearing-users <div class="hs-featured-image-wrapper"> <a href="https://www.accessibility.com/blog/world-hearing-day-designing-for-deaf-and-hard-of-hearing-users" title="" class="hs-featured-image-link"> <img src="https://www.accessibility.com/hubfs/Lets%20save%20our%20planet%20earth.%20Ecology%20concept.%20Elements%20of%20this%20image%20are%20furnished%20by%20NASA.jpeg" alt="Lets save our planet earth. Ecology concept. Elements of this image are furnished by NASA" class="hs-featured-image" style="width:auto !important; max-width:50%; float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;"> </a> </div> <p><a href="https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-hearing-day"><u><span style="color: #1155cc;">World Hearing Day</span></u></a><span> is observed each year on March 3 to raise global awareness about hearing loss and ear and hearing care. For teams that build digital products, services, and content, it is a good moment to check whether your experiences work well for Deaf and hard-of-hearing people.</span></p> <div class="hs-featured-image-wrapper"> <a href="https://www.accessibility.com/blog/world-hearing-day-designing-for-deaf-and-hard-of-hearing-users" title="" class="hs-featured-image-link"> <img src="https://www.accessibility.com/hubfs/Lets%20save%20our%20planet%20earth.%20Ecology%20concept.%20Elements%20of%20this%20image%20are%20furnished%20by%20NASA.jpeg" alt="Lets save our planet earth. Ecology concept. Elements of this image are furnished by NASA" class="hs-featured-image" style="width:auto !important; max-width:50%; float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;"> </a> </div> <p><a href="https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-hearing-day"><u><span style="color: #1155cc;">World Hearing Day</span></u></a><span> is observed each year on March 3 to raise global awareness about hearing loss and ear and hearing care. For teams that build digital products, services, and content, it is a good moment to check whether your experiences work well for Deaf and hard-of-hearing people.</span></p> <img src="https://track.hubspot.com/__ptq.gif?a=6576634&amp;k=14&amp;r=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.accessibility.com%2Fblog%2Fworld-hearing-day-designing-for-deaf-and-hard-of-hearing-users&amp;bu=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.accessibility.com%252Fblog&amp;bvt=rss" alt="" width="1" height="1" style="min-height:1px!important;width:1px!important;border-width:0!important;margin-top:0!important;margin-bottom:0!important;margin-right:0!important;margin-left:0!important;padding-top:0!important;padding-bottom:0!important;padding-right:0!important;padding-left:0!important; "> Digital Accessibility Deaf Hard of Hearing Tue, 03 Mar 2026 09:30:00 GMT social@accessibility.com (Accessibility.com Team) https://www.accessibility.com/blog/world-hearing-day-designing-for-deaf-and-hard-of-hearing-users 2026-03-03T09:30:00Z https://www.accessibility.com/blog/rare-disease-day-understanding-accessibility-for-people-with-rare-conditions <div class="hs-featured-image-wrapper"> <a href="https://www.accessibility.com/blog/rare-disease-day-understanding-accessibility-for-people-with-rare-conditions" title="" class="hs-featured-image-link"> <img src="https://www.accessibility.com/hubfs/Low%20section%20of%20a%20man%20in%20wheelchair%20by%20bookshelf%20in%20the%20library-1.jpeg" alt="Low section of a man in wheelchair by bookshelf in the library" class="hs-featured-image" style="width:auto !important; max-width:50%; float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;"> </a> </div> <p>Each year, <a href="https://www.rarediseaseday.org/what-is-rare-disease-day/"><strong><span>Rare Disease Day</span></strong></a> highlights the experiences of people living with rare diseases and the gaps that can keep them from fully participating in everyday life, including online. One commonly cited estimate is that rare diseases affect more than 300 million people worldwide (see the <a href="https://download2.eurordis.org/pressreleases/PrevalencePaper_JointStatement_170919_Final.pdf"><strong><span>EURORDIS and Rare Diseases International prevalence statement</span></strong></a>).</p> <div class="hs-featured-image-wrapper"> <a href="https://www.accessibility.com/blog/rare-disease-day-understanding-accessibility-for-people-with-rare-conditions" title="" class="hs-featured-image-link"> <img src="https://www.accessibility.com/hubfs/Low%20section%20of%20a%20man%20in%20wheelchair%20by%20bookshelf%20in%20the%20library-1.jpeg" alt="Low section of a man in wheelchair by bookshelf in the library" class="hs-featured-image" style="width:auto !important; max-width:50%; float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;"> </a> </div> <p>Each year, <a href="https://www.rarediseaseday.org/what-is-rare-disease-day/"><strong><span>Rare Disease Day</span></strong></a> highlights the experiences of people living with rare diseases and the gaps that can keep them from fully participating in everyday life, including online. One commonly cited estimate is that rare diseases affect more than 300 million people worldwide (see the <a href="https://download2.eurordis.org/pressreleases/PrevalencePaper_JointStatement_170919_Final.pdf"><strong><span>EURORDIS and Rare Diseases International prevalence statement</span></strong></a>).</p> <img src="https://track.hubspot.com/__ptq.gif?a=6576634&amp;k=14&amp;r=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.accessibility.com%2Fblog%2Frare-disease-day-understanding-accessibility-for-people-with-rare-conditions&amp;bu=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.accessibility.com%252Fblog&amp;bvt=rss" alt="" width="1" height="1" style="min-height:1px!important;width:1px!important;border-width:0!important;margin-top:0!important;margin-bottom:0!important;margin-right:0!important;margin-left:0!important;padding-top:0!important;padding-bottom:0!important;padding-right:0!important;padding-left:0!important; "> Digital Accessibility Website Accessibility Rare Disease Day Fri, 27 Feb 2026 12:15:00 GMT social@accessibility.com (Accessibility.com Team) https://www.accessibility.com/blog/rare-disease-day-understanding-accessibility-for-people-with-rare-conditions 2026-02-27T12:15:00Z https://www.accessibility.com/blog/inclusive-design-basics-making-digital-products-work-for-everyone <div class="hs-featured-image-wrapper"> <a href="https://www.accessibility.com/blog/inclusive-design-basics-making-digital-products-work-for-everyone" title="" class="hs-featured-image-link"> <img src="https://www.accessibility.com/hubfs/Happy%20family%20sitting%20on%20sofa%20and%20using%20laptop%2c%20mobile%20phone%20and%20digital%20tablet%20at%20home.jpeg" alt="Happy family sitting on sofa and using laptop, mobile phone and digital tablet at home" class="hs-featured-image" style="width:auto !important; max-width:50%; float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;"> </a> </div> <h3 style="font-size: 30px;"><strong><span style="color: #000000;">Inclusive Design Basics</span></strong></h3> <p>Digital products shape how people learn, work, shop, access services, and connect with others. When products are not designed with inclusion in mind, they can create barriers for many users, including people with disabilities. According to the World Health Organization, about <a href="https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/disability-and-health"><span>1.3 billion people experience significant disability</span></a> (about 1 in 6 people worldwide).</p> <div class="hs-featured-image-wrapper"> <a href="https://www.accessibility.com/blog/inclusive-design-basics-making-digital-products-work-for-everyone" title="" class="hs-featured-image-link"> <img src="https://www.accessibility.com/hubfs/Happy%20family%20sitting%20on%20sofa%20and%20using%20laptop%2c%20mobile%20phone%20and%20digital%20tablet%20at%20home.jpeg" alt="Happy family sitting on sofa and using laptop, mobile phone and digital tablet at home" class="hs-featured-image" style="width:auto !important; max-width:50%; float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;"> </a> </div> <h3 style="font-size: 30px;"><strong><span style="color: #000000;">Inclusive Design Basics</span></strong></h3> <p>Digital products shape how people learn, work, shop, access services, and connect with others. When products are not designed with inclusion in mind, they can create barriers for many users, including people with disabilities. According to the World Health Organization, about <a href="https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/disability-and-health"><span>1.3 billion people experience significant disability</span></a> (about 1 in 6 people worldwide).</p> <img src="https://track.hubspot.com/__ptq.gif?a=6576634&amp;k=14&amp;r=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.accessibility.com%2Fblog%2Finclusive-design-basics-making-digital-products-work-for-everyone&amp;bu=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.accessibility.com%252Fblog&amp;bvt=rss" alt="" width="1" height="1" style="min-height:1px!important;width:1px!important;border-width:0!important;margin-top:0!important;margin-bottom:0!important;margin-right:0!important;margin-left:0!important;padding-top:0!important;padding-bottom:0!important;padding-right:0!important;padding-left:0!important; "> Website Accessibility Website Design Accessible Design Wed, 18 Feb 2026 11:15:00 GMT social@accessibility.com (Accessibility.com Team) https://www.accessibility.com/blog/inclusive-design-basics-making-digital-products-work-for-everyone 2026-02-18T11:15:00Z https://www.accessibility.com/blog/how-small-businesses-can-start-an-accessibility-audit <div class="hs-featured-image-wrapper"> <a href="https://www.accessibility.com/blog/how-small-businesses-can-start-an-accessibility-audit" title="" class="hs-featured-image-link"> <img src="https://www.accessibility.com/hubfs/Audit%20Concept.%20Word%20on%20Folder%20Register%20of%20Card%20Index.%20Selective%20Focus..jpeg" alt="Audit Concept. Word on Folder Register of Card Index. Selective Focus." class="hs-featured-image" style="width:auto !important; max-width:50%; float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;"> </a> </div> <p>Digital accessibility is sometimes treated like a “big company” problem. In practice, small businesses benefit just as much from accessible websites, forms, and documents, and you can start without a large budget.</p> <div class="hs-featured-image-wrapper"> <a href="https://www.accessibility.com/blog/how-small-businesses-can-start-an-accessibility-audit" title="" class="hs-featured-image-link"> <img src="https://www.accessibility.com/hubfs/Audit%20Concept.%20Word%20on%20Folder%20Register%20of%20Card%20Index.%20Selective%20Focus..jpeg" alt="Audit Concept. Word on Folder Register of Card Index. Selective Focus." class="hs-featured-image" style="width:auto !important; max-width:50%; float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;"> </a> </div> <p>Digital accessibility is sometimes treated like a “big company” problem. In practice, small businesses benefit just as much from accessible websites, forms, and documents, and you can start without a large budget.</p> <img src="https://track.hubspot.com/__ptq.gif?a=6576634&amp;k=14&amp;r=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.accessibility.com%2Fblog%2Fhow-small-businesses-can-start-an-accessibility-audit&amp;bu=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.accessibility.com%252Fblog&amp;bvt=rss" alt="" width="1" height="1" style="min-height:1px!important;width:1px!important;border-width:0!important;margin-top:0!important;margin-bottom:0!important;margin-right:0!important;margin-left:0!important;padding-top:0!important;padding-bottom:0!important;padding-right:0!important;padding-left:0!important; "> Digital Accessibility Website Accessibility auditing Tue, 03 Feb 2026 15:15:00 GMT social@accessibility.com (Accessibility.com Team) https://www.accessibility.com/blog/how-small-businesses-can-start-an-accessibility-audit 2026-02-03T15:15:00Z https://www.accessibility.com/blog/how-organizations-can-set-inclusive-goals-for-the-new-year <div class="hs-featured-image-wrapper"> <a href="https://www.accessibility.com/blog/how-organizations-can-set-inclusive-goals-for-the-new-year" title="" class="hs-featured-image-link"> <img src="https://www.accessibility.com/hubfs/Double%20exposure%20of%20businessman%20hand%20working%20with%20new%20modern%20computer%20and%20business%20strategy%20as%20concept-3.jpeg" alt="Double exposure of businessman hand working with new modern computer and business strategy as concept" class="hs-featured-image" style="width:auto !important; max-width:50%; float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;"> </a> </div> <p>As a new year begins, many organizations set ambitious goals around growth, innovation, and performance. Accessibility and inclusion should be part of that conversation from the start, because disabled people (also commonly called people with disabilities) make up a significant share of your employees, customers, and community.</p> <div class="hs-featured-image-wrapper"> <a href="https://www.accessibility.com/blog/how-organizations-can-set-inclusive-goals-for-the-new-year" title="" class="hs-featured-image-link"> <img src="https://www.accessibility.com/hubfs/Double%20exposure%20of%20businessman%20hand%20working%20with%20new%20modern%20computer%20and%20business%20strategy%20as%20concept-3.jpeg" alt="Double exposure of businessman hand working with new modern computer and business strategy as concept" class="hs-featured-image" style="width:auto !important; max-width:50%; float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;"> </a> </div> <p>As a new year begins, many organizations set ambitious goals around growth, innovation, and performance. Accessibility and inclusion should be part of that conversation from the start, because disabled people (also commonly called people with disabilities) make up a significant share of your employees, customers, and community.</p> <img src="https://track.hubspot.com/__ptq.gif?a=6576634&amp;k=14&amp;r=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.accessibility.com%2Fblog%2Fhow-organizations-can-set-inclusive-goals-for-the-new-year&amp;bu=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.accessibility.com%252Fblog&amp;bvt=rss" alt="" width="1" height="1" style="min-height:1px!important;width:1px!important;border-width:0!important;margin-top:0!important;margin-bottom:0!important;margin-right:0!important;margin-left:0!important;padding-top:0!important;padding-bottom:0!important;padding-right:0!important;padding-left:0!important; "> Digital Accessibility Website Accessibility Digital Accessibility Standards Tue, 27 Jan 2026 10:45:00 GMT social@accessibility.com (Accessibility.com Team) https://www.accessibility.com/blog/how-organizations-can-set-inclusive-goals-for-the-new-year 2026-01-27T10:45:00Z https://www.accessibility.com/blog/accessibility-trends-to-watch-in-2026 <div class="hs-featured-image-wrapper"> <a href="https://www.accessibility.com/blog/accessibility-trends-to-watch-in-2026" title="" class="hs-featured-image-link"> <img src="https://www.accessibility.com/hubfs/Trends%202016%20written%20in%20search%20bar%20on%20virtual%20screen.jpeg" alt="Trends 2016 written in search bar on virtual screen" class="hs-featured-image" style="width:auto !important; max-width:50%; float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;"> </a> </div> <p>Digital accessibility is moving from “fix it at the end” to “build it in from the start.” In 2026, the most significant shifts are about how teams design, build, test, and govern accessible experiences across websites, apps, documents, and emerging interfaces.</p> <div class="hs-featured-image-wrapper"> <a href="https://www.accessibility.com/blog/accessibility-trends-to-watch-in-2026" title="" class="hs-featured-image-link"> <img src="https://www.accessibility.com/hubfs/Trends%202016%20written%20in%20search%20bar%20on%20virtual%20screen.jpeg" alt="Trends 2016 written in search bar on virtual screen" class="hs-featured-image" style="width:auto !important; max-width:50%; float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;"> </a> </div> <p>Digital accessibility is moving from “fix it at the end” to “build it in from the start.” In 2026, the most significant shifts are about how teams design, build, test, and govern accessible experiences across websites, apps, documents, and emerging interfaces.</p> <img src="https://track.hubspot.com/__ptq.gif?a=6576634&amp;k=14&amp;r=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.accessibility.com%2Fblog%2Faccessibility-trends-to-watch-in-2026&amp;bu=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.accessibility.com%252Fblog&amp;bvt=rss" alt="" width="1" height="1" style="min-height:1px!important;width:1px!important;border-width:0!important;margin-top:0!important;margin-bottom:0!important;margin-right:0!important;margin-left:0!important;padding-top:0!important;padding-bottom:0!important;padding-right:0!important;padding-left:0!important; "> Digital Accessibility Website Accessibility Digital Accessibility Standards Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:15:00 GMT social@accessibility.com (Accessibility.com Team) https://www.accessibility.com/blog/accessibility-trends-to-watch-in-2026 2026-01-21T10:15:00Z https://www.accessibility.com/blog/how-to-plan-a-more-accessible-2026 <div class="hs-featured-image-wrapper"> <a href="https://www.accessibility.com/blog/how-to-plan-a-more-accessible-2026" title="" class="hs-featured-image-link"> <img src="https://www.accessibility.com/hubfs/Whats%20Your%20Plan%20with%20Local%20Search%20Marketing%20wording%20on%20Sky%20Background%2c.jpeg" alt="What's Your Plan with Local Search Marketing wording on Sky Background," class="hs-featured-image" style="width:auto !important; max-width:50%; float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;"> </a> </div> <p>As 2026 approaches, accessibility continues to shift from a compliance requirement to a core component of inclusive, user-centered design. Whether you're a business leader, marketer, web developer, HR professional, event planner, or accessibility advocate, now is the ideal time to set goals, systems, and processes that reduce barriers for people with disabilities.</p> <div class="hs-featured-image-wrapper"> <a href="https://www.accessibility.com/blog/how-to-plan-a-more-accessible-2026" title="" class="hs-featured-image-link"> <img src="https://www.accessibility.com/hubfs/Whats%20Your%20Plan%20with%20Local%20Search%20Marketing%20wording%20on%20Sky%20Background%2c.jpeg" alt="What's Your Plan with Local Search Marketing wording on Sky Background," class="hs-featured-image" style="width:auto !important; max-width:50%; float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;"> </a> </div> <p>As 2026 approaches, accessibility continues to shift from a compliance requirement to a core component of inclusive, user-centered design. Whether you're a business leader, marketer, web developer, HR professional, event planner, or accessibility advocate, now is the ideal time to set goals, systems, and processes that reduce barriers for people with disabilities.</p> <img src="https://track.hubspot.com/__ptq.gif?a=6576634&amp;k=14&amp;r=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.accessibility.com%2Fblog%2Fhow-to-plan-a-more-accessible-2026&amp;bu=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.accessibility.com%252Fblog&amp;bvt=rss" alt="" width="1" height="1" style="min-height:1px!important;width:1px!important;border-width:0!important;margin-top:0!important;margin-bottom:0!important;margin-right:0!important;margin-left:0!important;padding-top:0!important;padding-bottom:0!important;padding-right:0!important;padding-left:0!important; "> Digital Accessibility Website Accessibility Digital Accessibility Standards Mon, 29 Dec 2025 10:15:00 GMT social@accessibility.com (Accessibility.com Team) https://www.accessibility.com/blog/how-to-plan-a-more-accessible-2026 2025-12-29T10:15:00Z https://www.accessibility.com/blog/celebrating-judy-heumann-a-trailblazer-for-disability-rights <div class="hs-featured-image-wrapper"> <a href="https://www.accessibility.com/blog/celebrating-judy-heumann-a-trailblazer-for-disability-rights" title="" class="hs-featured-image-link"> <img src="https://www.accessibility.com/hubfs/Birthday%20cake%20with%20candles%20lit%20up%20and%20balloons%20on%20the%20background.jpeg" alt="Birthday cake with candles lit up and balloons on the background" class="hs-featured-image" style="width:auto !important; max-width:50%; float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;"> </a> </div> <p><strong>December 18</strong> marks the birthday of <a href="https://www.accessibility.com/judy-heumann"><strong><span>Judith “Judy” Heumann</span></strong></a> (1947–2023), a pioneering advocate whose work reshaped disability rights and accessibility around the world.</p> <div class="hs-featured-image-wrapper"> <a href="https://www.accessibility.com/blog/celebrating-judy-heumann-a-trailblazer-for-disability-rights" title="" class="hs-featured-image-link"> <img src="https://www.accessibility.com/hubfs/Birthday%20cake%20with%20candles%20lit%20up%20and%20balloons%20on%20the%20background.jpeg" alt="Birthday cake with candles lit up and balloons on the background" class="hs-featured-image" style="width:auto !important; max-width:50%; float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;"> </a> </div> <p><strong>December 18</strong> marks the birthday of <a href="https://www.accessibility.com/judy-heumann"><strong><span>Judith “Judy” Heumann</span></strong></a> (1947–2023), a pioneering advocate whose work reshaped disability rights and accessibility around the world.</p> <img src="https://track.hubspot.com/__ptq.gif?a=6576634&amp;k=14&amp;r=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.accessibility.com%2Fblog%2Fcelebrating-judy-heumann-a-trailblazer-for-disability-rights&amp;bu=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.accessibility.com%252Fblog&amp;bvt=rss" alt="" width="1" height="1" style="min-height:1px!important;width:1px!important;border-width:0!important;margin-top:0!important;margin-bottom:0!important;margin-right:0!important;margin-left:0!important;padding-top:0!important;padding-bottom:0!important;padding-right:0!important;padding-left:0!important; "> ADA Website Accessibility Judy Heumann Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:15:00 GMT social@accessibility.com (Accessibility.com Team) https://www.accessibility.com/blog/celebrating-judy-heumann-a-trailblazer-for-disability-rights 2025-12-18T11:15:00Z