
At its core, inaccessibility is exclusion. Lets explore shall we?
Inaccessibility = unnecessary barriers that prevents employees from fully participating due to a lack of:
– inclusive design
– attitudes
– policies
Let’s break down how it shows up:
– Physical spaces without ramps, elevators, or accessible entrances.
– Digital platforms that aren’t screen reader friendly.
– Communication without captions or ASL interpretation.
– Education that doesn’t account for diverse learning needs.
– Employment where accommodations are denied.
– Mindsets that treat accessibility as an afterthought rather than a critical opportunity to innovate.
Who this effects:
– 1 in 4 adults in the U.S. have a disability
– 61% of people with disabilities say they face barriers in digital spaces.
– 54% of working-age adults with disabilities report that their workplaces are not accessible.
– Over 1 billion people worldwide live with a disability, yet many companies still fail to prioritize accessibility.
– 90% of people with disabilities report that inclusive design is essential in digital and physical environments.
The good news?
Inaccessibility can be fixed with:
– intention
– advocacy
– collaboration
– commitment
– action
In that inaccessibility can be transformed into access, inclusion, opportunity and innovation.
Accessibility education matters now more than ever.
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