Center for Inclusive Design & Innovation

Welcome back to our Web Accessibility Tips Series for beginners with Tip #2: Use Headings! In writing, headings are a short word or phrase that tells you what each section of a paper is about. This should be used in webpages by adding the correct heading level HTML code to show the structure of content on a page to people using screen readers. Headings levels are ranked from most important to the least important, ranging from rank 1 (<h1>) to rank 6 (<h6>). Sections of equal importance can have the same heading level while sections of lower importance should have a lower heading level, acting as nested subsection. Headings show the structure of content on a page and thus allow people to skim a website to know what each section is about. They are especially helpful for someone using a screen reader. A screen reader will read out the heading levels allowing a person to quickly navigate to important content.

Now streaming! Dive into GTRI’s latest podcast on Georgia Tech’s CHIRP consortium exploring how collaboration is expanding research participation and inclusion. Featuring insights from CIDI’s Fran and highlighting work within the ACCESS-PD project. Hear expert perspectives and real-world impact. Follow the link below to listen on your favorite platform. GTRI: https://lnkd.in/ekJPj4vK Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eCttzTq3 Apple Podcast: https://lnkd.in/epyHqMdJ #GTRI #ACCESSPD #Research

Welcome to our Web Accessibility Tips Series for beginners, starting with Tip #1: Use Short Unique Webpage Titles! Descriptive, unique webpage titles help people understand what a webpage is about. For example, the CIDI website uses webpage titles throughout the site to help people find what they are looking for. The home page is clearly labeled as “Home | Center for Inclusive Design and Innovation.” By starting with the unique and most relevant information, instead of the organization’s website, our site can help people more quickly find things. In addition, using webpage titles helps people using screen readers better navigate a website. A screen reader will read out the webpage titles, giving users a clear idea of what to expect from a webpage. Do you have any examples of short, unique webpage titles, or want help with workshopping your own webpage titles? Let us know in the comments!

Data drives decisions, but what happens when the data doesn't reflect reality? Research dictates everything from community funding and public policy to accessibility in the built environment. But historically, the disability community—especially individuals from marginalized backgrounds—has been left out of the conversation. My colleagues at Georgia Institute of Technology recently launched the CHIRP (Consortium for Helping to Improve Research Participation) podcast to tackle this systemic gap head-on. In their first episode, "Who are you asking?", researchers Salimah LaForce (Major) and Fran Harris break down why diverse representation in data is non-negotiable for equitable policy. If we want systems that serve everyone, we have to start by asking the right people! Watch the first episode here and learn how to get involved: https://lnkd.in/eJUnn2vy #Research #Dissemination #DisabilityData #DisabilityPolicy  #DisabilityInclusion Center for Advanced Communications Policy, Georgia Institute of Technology Center for Inclusive Design & Innovation #GeorgiaTech Patricia C. Griffiths, PhD, FGSA Karen Milchus

Celebrating Occupational Therapy Month and our four dedicated OT team members whose work supports independence, builds confidence, and enhances everyday life. We’re grateful for the impact they make each day. #OTMonth#OccupationalTherapy #Accessibility #AssistiveTechnology

This position closes April 28! Please apply and share with your networks. We are hiring! CIDI at Georgia Tech has an Atlanta-based job opening for an ICT Accessibility-UX Manager. This person will lead a team delivering accessibility audits, AI-enabled testing, UX research, and expert guidance on accessible design, remediation, and assistive technology testing in Georgia and across the country. Please share with others who may be interested. #a11yjobs | #ICTUX | #AccessibleDesign To review the job description, and to apply, visit: https://lnkd.in/eKTPhCg8

Thank you so much to everyone who joined us at the Center for Inclusive Design and Innovation open house! We loved meeting you, sharing what we do, and showing you around. We’re grateful for your support and can’t wait to stay connected! #Accessibility #CommunityEngagement #Innovation #GeorgiaTech