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Expert Resources: #a11y


These are the items that relate to #a11y found on the AbilityNet website. They may be factsheets, webinars, news stories, blog posts or reports.

  • The power of a personalised, on-demand driverless future

    Robin.Christopherson | 06 Nov 2018
    Driverless cars are just round the corner and their true power will be to offer a kaleidoscope of choice - catering for the needs and activities of customers of all professions, abilities, shapes and sizes.
  • AbilityNet at Number 10 to promote inclusive design during London Tech Week

    Mark Walker | 15 Jun 2018
    We're very proud to say Robin Christopherson and Mark Walker were at Downing Street yesterday (Thursday 14 June) for a Breakfast Briefing about assistive technology as part of London Tech Week.
  • Sci-fi Fun Becomes Serious Functionality – Making Home Automation Accessible Through AI

    Mark.Gaddes | 09 Oct 2017
    Bringing together home automation devices with new ambient computing technology, like Alexa, has the power to dramatically improve accessibility and improve the lives of disabled people. With the cost of this technology falling home automation has the potential to empower disabled people, giving...
  • Guardian urges disabled shoppers to call out inaccessible shopping sites

    Claudia.Cahalane | 03 Oct 2017
    The Guardian, Extra Costs Commission and charity We Are Purple say that online shops who want to benefit from the £200 billion purple pound each year are being further urged to make their websites fully accessible to disabled customers.
  • AbilityNet shows how computers and tech can excel for physically disabled people

    Claudia.Cahalane | 31 Jan 2017
    At least 53% of working age adults with an impairment or disability experience barriers to work, compared to 30% of the general population. But many don't realise that some simple support with technology can completely change things. “Our job is to help people with such impairments overcome those...
  • Technology isn't just for Christmas: 6 ways to get help using your tech

    Alex.Barker | 19 Dec 2016
    You have been bought a nice piece of technology for Christmas. The problem is that you have no idea what to do next. Don't worry. We can help you! We specialise in helping disabled people and older people get the most of technology and assistive tech. See more on our ITCanHelp service and who else...
  • "This career has been a fantastic surprise": A day in the life of an AbilityNet DSA (Disabled Student Allowance) assessor

    Claudia.Cahalane | 16 Dec 2016
    Abbie Osborne, 26, Birmingham DSA assessor (Disabled Student Allowance) for AbilityNet on finding a surprising career working with assistive tech and accessible apps, and being a top-reviewed author on Amazon in her spare time.
  • Writing for 9 year olds? Six expert tips for creating great accessible web content for everyone

    Joe Chidzik | 08 Dec 2016
    The average reading age of adults in the UK is 9 years old. Joe Chidzik, AbilityNet accessibility expert, offers 6 top tips for creating web content that is accessible and easy to understand.
  • Writing for 9 year olds? Six expert tips for creating great accessible web content for everyone

    Joe Chidzik | 08 Dec 2016
    The average reading age of adults in the UK is 9 years old. Joe Chidzik, AbilityNet accessibility expert, offers 6 top tips for creating web content that is accessible and easy to understand.
  • 17 big ways tech helps disabled people achieve their goals #idpd

    Claudia.Cahalane | 02 Dec 2016
    To mark International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) supporters and experts from the AbilityNet community offer their tips for how tech can help disabled people achieve their goals
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