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SUMMARY:Equalize Digital Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Accessibility Checker Small Business and Agency license plans include access to open office hours where you can ask questions and get help finding or fixing accessibility problems. These meetings take place via Zoom with auto-captions and require pre-registration to attend. \nGet the link to register for office hours on your account dashboard.
URL:https://equalizedigital.com/event/equalize-digital-office-hours/2024-06-26/
CATEGORIES:Accessibility Checker Customer Events
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SUMMARY:Lifter LMS Accessibility Audit: Raghavendra and Amber Hinds
DESCRIPTION:Join us as Raghavendra\, Accessibility Auditor and Specialist\, and Amber Hinds\, CEO of Equalize Digital\, perform a live accessibility audit of the Lifter LMS WordPress Plugin and provide real-time feedback. \nThe presentation will demonstrate how to manually audit WordPress plugins for accessibility while providing real-time feedback to help the Lifter LMS team improve their plugin. In addition to identifying areas of improvement\, Ragha and Amber will provide recommendations for fixes. \nThis meetup is part of a series where we provide live feedback to WordPress plugin and theme developers. Our goal with these meetups is to provide useful feedback to developers so they can improve the accessibility of their products and\, in turn\, all of the websites that use them. \n\nThese meetups take place via Zoom and are live captioned. You must register to attend via Zoom. \n\nAbout Lifter LMS\n\nLifter LMS can help you easily create beautiful courses\, coaching programs\, private communities\, and more from your customizable LMS website that you own and control. \n\nEvent Information\nSponsors\nThank you to our sponsors: \n\nLive captions: GoDaddy\nOrganizer and post-event transcription: Equalize Digital Accessibility Checker\nYour Business here! Learn about sponsorship\n\n\n\n\nAccessibility & Accommodations\nThis meetup will be held virtually over Zoom and live captioned\, thanks to our sponsors. Slide links will be provided when applicable\, and presenters are encouraged to make slides as accessible as possible with alternative text for images\, etc. \nWe’re working to secure sponsors so that we can offer ASL interpretation. \nAll are welcome to attend. If you need specific accommodations to make this meetup work for you\, please contact us and we will try our best to accommodate you. \nCode of Conduct\nPlease note that this group is a welcoming space for all. As this event is part of the official WordPress Meetup program\, all attendees must follow the WordPress Online Code of Conduct. \nBy RSVPing to this meetup\, you agree to abide by these guidelines. If you have concerns that the Online Code of Conduct is not being followed\, don’t hesitate to get in touch with an organizer.
URL:https://equalizedigital.com/event/lifter-lms-accessibility-audit-raghavendra-amber-hinds/
CATEGORIES:WordPress Accessibility Meetups
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SUMMARY:WordCamp Europe 2024
DESCRIPTION:Equalize Digital is proud to participate in WordCamp Europa 2024 as a sponsor. \nSteve and Amber will be offering free micro accessibility audits in person. You can sign up for a personalized consultation; we’ll help you find accessibility problems on your home page and suggest ways to fix them. These sessions are first come\, first served\, so book your micro audit time slot before they fill up. \nIf you will be in Torino\, Italy\, for this year’s event\, please stop by our booth to say hello. We’d love to meet you in person! \nVisit the WordCamp EU 2024 official website.
URL:https://equalizedigital.com/event/wordcamp-europe-2024/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240606T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240606T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152356
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SUMMARY:Six Levels of A11Y Maturity: Know Where You Are to Know Where You Are Going: Nick Croft
DESCRIPTION:Accessibility is such a large topic that teams can be overwhelmed by the possibilities. They don’t know where to focus efforts and often try hard to make accessible spaces\, but don’t have a solid plan that will lead to accomplishing their goals. This talk will break down the journey into six stages\, with clear descriptions of each stage and practical steps to move from one stage to the next. Find out where you are and chart where you will go. \n\nThese meetups take place via Zoom and are live captioned. You must register to attend via Zoom. \nAbout Nick Croft\n\nNick “the Geek” Croft has been developing with WordPress for over a decade. Today he is a senior developer for Reaktiv Studios\, a WordPress VIP Partner. He has created several plugins for WordPress.org mostly using the Genesis framework as well as custom work for clients and his employer. \n\nNick is the author of the Genesis Explained\, a book that focuses on Genesis theme framework. He has completed his Web Accessibility Specialists (WAS)\, Certified Professional In Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC)\, Certified Professional in Web Accessibility (CPWA)\, and 508 Trusted Tester certifications. Lately\, he has focused on writing highly efficient code\, automating all the things\, improving in Javascript and React\, security\, and accessibility. When he’s not working\, he enjoys spending time with his wife\, 4 children\, and a puppy and lives on a quiet cul de sac in the Shenandoah Valley. He also enjoys home improvement projects\, hiking\, and river activities.\n\nEvent Information\nSponsors\nThank you to our sponsors: \n\nLive captions: IvyCat\nOrganizer and post-event transcription: Equalize Digital Accessibility Checker\nYour Business here! Learn about sponsorship\n\n\n\n\nAccessibility & Accommodations\nThis meetup will be held virtually over Zoom and live captioned\, thanks to our sponsors. Slide links will be provided when applicable\, and presenters are encouraged to make slides as accessible as possible with alternative text for images\, etc. \nWe’re working to secure sponsors so that we can offer ASL interpretation. \nAll are welcome to attend. If you need specific accommodations to make this meetup work for you\, please contact us and we will try our best to accommodate you. \nCode of Conduct\nPlease note that this group is a welcoming space for all. As this event is part of the official WordPress Meetup program\, all attendees must follow the WordPress Online Code of Conduct. \nBy RSVPing to this meetup\, you agree to abide by these guidelines. If you have concerns that the Online Code of Conduct is not being followed\, don’t hesitate to get in touch with an organizer.
URL:https://equalizedigital.com/event/six-levels-of-a11y-maturity-know-where-you-are-to-know-where-you-are-going-nick-croft/
CATEGORIES:WordPress Accessibility Meetups
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SUMMARY:Strategies for Creating Accessible Websites Using Divi Theme and Page Builder: Renee Dunn
DESCRIPTION:Renee Dunn from Elevage Digital will share strategies\, lessons learned\, and code examples for improving the accessibility of web pages built using the Divi theme and page builder. In this presentation\, we will review some of the most common accessibility challenges with Divi\, including navigation\, buttons\, icons\, animation\, and video. \n\nThese meetups take place via Zoom and are live captioned. You must register to attend via Zoom. \nAbout Renee Dunn\n\n\nRenee has been a web developer for over 20 years and has been building sites on WordPress since 2010. She has built sites for non-profits\, B2B\, B2C\, and government organizations. She is the owner and Principal Consultant for Elevage Digital\, focusing on SEO and Website Accessibility. \nRenee has worked with a number of different theme and page-building tools\, including Divi\, Elementor\, Avada\, and KadenceWP. She currently has several clients using Divi\, which led to her exploration of how to make more accessible web pages using this theme and page builder. \nOutside of work\, Renee is a supporter of the Virginia wine industry\, has a Diploma in Wine from the Wine & Spirit Education Trust\, and was recently a judge in the Monticello Cup wine competition. She lives in Fredericksburg\, VA\, with her husband and two cats. \n\nEvent Information\nSponsors\nThank you to our sponsors: \n\nLive captions: GoDaddy\nOrganizer and post-event transcription: Equalize Digital Accessibility Checker\nYour Business here! Learn about sponsorship\n\n\n\n\nAccessibility & Accommodations\nThis meetup will be held virtually over Zoom and live captioned\, thanks to our sponsors. Slide links will be provided when applicable\, and presenters are encouraged to make slides as accessible as possible with alternative text for images\, etc. \nWe’re working to secure sponsors so that we can offer ASL interpretation. \nAll are welcome to attend. If you need specific accommodations to make this meetup work for you\, please contact us and we will try our best to accommodate you. \nCode of Conduct\nPlease note that this group is a welcoming space for all. As this event is part of the official WordPress Meetup program\, all attendees must follow the WordPress Online Code of Conduct. \nBy RSVPing to this meetup\, you agree to abide by these guidelines. If you have concerns that the Online Code of Conduct is not being followed\, don’t hesitate to get in touch with an organizer.
URL:https://equalizedigital.com/event/strategies-for-creating-accessible-websites-using-divi-theme-and-page-builder/
CATEGORIES:WordPress Accessibility Meetups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240529T100000
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SUMMARY:Equalize Digital Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Accessibility Checker Small Business and Agency license plans include access to open office hours where you can ask questions and get help finding or fixing accessibility problems. These meetings take place via Zoom with auto-captions and require pre-registration to attend. \nGet the link to register for office hours on your account dashboard.
URL:https://equalizedigital.com/event/equalize-digital-office-hours/2024-05-29/
CATEGORIES:Accessibility Checker Customer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240520T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240520T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152356
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SUMMARY:Building Empathy with Stakeholders to Drive Accessibility: Simon Miner
DESCRIPTION:How can we help leaders really “get” the need for digital accessibility? In this session\, we will discuss proven methods for building support with stakeholders for your accessibility program. We’ll explore tools like the Site Unseen browser extension that you can use to foster appreciation for the challenges disabled users may face on your organization’s websites. \nWe’ll talk about how to align your accessibility goals with your institution’s culture and existing processes in ways that affect real change\, and we’ll cover listening and conversational techniques that cultivate trust with upper management and coworkers. \nYou’ll come away from this presentation with strategies you can start using immediately to constructively engage with colleagues and leaders to advance accessibility in your organization. \n\nThese meetups take place via Zoom and are live captioned. You must register to attend via Zoom. \n\nAbout Simon Miner\n\nSimon Miner is the founder of Pedal Point Solutions\, an agency that helps you learn\, practice\, and experience digital accessibility. He is a Certified Professional in Web Accessibility (CPWA) with more than 25 years experience in web development and software engineering. He is passionate about making websites accessible and creating tools to overcome digital barriers for people with disabilities. Simon has been training corporations\, colleges\, and community organizations in web accessibility for over 10 years. \n\nEvent Information\nSponsors\nThank you to our sponsors: \n\nLive captions: GoDaddy\nOrganizer and post-event transcription: Equalize Digital Accessibility Checker\nYour Business here! Learn about sponsorship\n\n\n\n\nAccessibility & Accommodations\nThis meetup will be held virtually over Zoom and live captioned\, thanks to our sponsors. Slide links will be provided when applicable\, and presenters are encouraged to make slides as accessible as possible with alternative text for images\, etc. \nWe’re working to secure sponsors so that we can offer ASL interpretation. \nAll are welcome to attend. If you need specific accommodations to make this meetup work for you\, please contact us and we will try our best to accommodate you. \nCode of Conduct\nPlease note that this group is a welcoming space for all. As this event is part of the official WordPress Meetup program\, all attendees must follow the WordPress Online Code of Conduct. \nBy RSVPing to this meetup\, you agree to abide by these guidelines. If you have concerns that the Online Code of Conduct is not being followed\, don’t hesitate to get in touch with an organizer.
URL:https://equalizedigital.com/event/building-empathy-with-stakeholders-to-drive-accessibility-simon-miner/
CATEGORIES:WordPress Accessibility Meetups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240516T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152356
CREATED:20240425T164501Z
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SUMMARY:WordPress Accessibility Showcase for Global Accessibility Awareness Day
DESCRIPTION:In honor of Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD)\, join us for a conversation about how different WordPress plugins and theme developers are working to improve and promote accessibility in their products. \nRepresentatives from Accessibility Checker\, CivicPress\, Elementor\, Gravity Forms\, My Calendar\, Popup Maker\, and WP Accessibility will share how they are working on accessibility\, what they’ve learned along the way\, their future goals for accessibility\, and resources if you want to learn more about building accessible sites with their products. Following the panel discussion\, there will be time for open Q&A. \nWhether you use these tools on your websites or are a WordPress product owner who wants to make your products more accessible\, this is a GAAD event you don’t want to miss. \n\nThese meetups take place via Zoom and are live captioned. You must register to attend via Zoom. \n\nEvent Information\nSponsors\nThank you to our sponsors: \n\nOrganizer\, live captions\, and post-event transcription: Equalize Digital Accessibility Checker\n\n\n\n\nAccessibility & Accommodations\nThis meetup will be held virtually over Zoom and live captioned\, thanks to our sponsors. Slide links will be provided when applicable\, and presenters are encouraged to make slides as accessible as possible with alternative text for images\, etc. \nWe’re working to secure sponsors so that we can offer ASL interpretation. \nAll are welcome to attend. If you need specific accommodations to make this meetup work for you\, please contact us and we will try our best to accommodate you. \nCode of Conduct\nPlease note that this group is a welcoming space for all. As this event is part of the official WordPress Meetup program\, all attendees must follow the WordPress Online Code of Conduct. \nBy RSVPing to this meetup\, you agree to abide by these guidelines. If you have concerns that the Online Code of Conduct is not being followed\, don’t hesitate to get in touch with an organizer.
URL:https://equalizedigital.com/event/wordpress-accessibility-showcase-for-global-accessibility-awareness-day/
CATEGORIES:Accessibility Webinars,WordPress Accessibility Meetups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240515T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240515T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152356
CREATED:20221228T180042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T230736Z
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SUMMARY:Equalize Digital Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Accessibility Checker Small Business and Agency license plans include access to open office hours where you can ask questions and get help finding or fixing accessibility problems. These meetings take place via Zoom with auto-captions and require pre-registration to attend. \nGet the link to register for office hours on your account dashboard.
URL:https://equalizedigital.com/event/equalize-digital-office-hours/2024-05-15/
CATEGORIES:Accessibility Checker Customer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240502T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240502T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152356
CREATED:20240308T141402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T141402Z
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SUMMARY:Quick Accessibility Audits: Gen Herres
DESCRIPTION:The most common question regarding accessibility is\, “How bad is a given site\, and what’s it going to take to fix it?” Most people would like to get at least a ballpark answer without spending $1\,000. This session will cover how we use a quick audit to answer these common questions and move forward on solving accessibility issues. \n\nHow accessible or inaccessible is a given website?\nHow do you determine your major pain points?\nHow do you identify which parts of your site are causing the most accessibility issues?\nHow do you use this information to choose what direction to take in remediating the site?\n\n\nThese meetups take place via Zoom and are live captioned. You must register to attend via Zoom. \nAbout Gen Herres\n\nGen Herres is the owner of Anphira\, LLC\, and organizes the Baltimore WordPress meetup group. Before getting into WordPress development more than a decade ago\, Gen was a developer for Boeing on the B-1 Bomber and a lecturer at Ohio State University in the computer science department. \nGen has been featured in podcasts and won the 2022 Member of the Year award in the #1 WordPress community. She is very active in WordPress groups\, encouraging other developers & designers. She has been incorporating accessibility into websites for a couple of years now and is a strong advocate of processes that move accessibility to earlier points in a project and make accessibility easier to understand for novices. \nEvent Information\nSponsors\nThank you to our sponsors: \n\nLive captions: IvyCat\nOrganizer and post-event transcription: Equalize Digital Accessibility Checker\nYour Business here! Learn about sponsorship\n\n\n\n\nAccessibility & Accommodations\nThis meetup will be held virtually over Zoom and live captioned\, thanks to our sponsors. Slide links will be provided when applicable\, and presenters are encouraged to make slides as accessible as possible with alternative text for images\, etc. \nWe’re working to secure sponsors so that we can offer ASL interpretation. \nAll are welcome to attend. If you need specific accommodations to make this meetup work for you\, please contact us and we will try our best to accommodate you. \nCode of Conduct\nPlease note that this group is a welcoming space for all. As this event is part of the official WordPress Meetup program\, all attendees must follow the WordPress Online Code of Conduct. \nBy RSVPing to this meetup\, you agree to abide by these guidelines. If you have concerns that the Online Code of Conduct is not being followed\, don’t hesitate to get in touch with an organizer.
URL:https://equalizedigital.com/event/quick-accessibility-audits-gen-herres/
CATEGORIES:WordPress Accessibility Meetups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240501T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240501T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152356
CREATED:20221228T180042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T230736Z
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SUMMARY:Equalize Digital Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Accessibility Checker Small Business and Agency license plans include access to open office hours where you can ask questions and get help finding or fixing accessibility problems. These meetings take place via Zoom with auto-captions and require pre-registration to attend. \nGet the link to register for office hours on your account dashboard.
URL:https://equalizedigital.com/event/equalize-digital-office-hours/2024-05-01/
CATEGORIES:Accessibility Checker Customer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240417T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240417T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152356
CREATED:20221228T180042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T230736Z
UID:10000213-1713348000-1713351600@equalizedigital.com
SUMMARY:Equalize Digital Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Accessibility Checker Small Business and Agency license plans include access to open office hours where you can ask questions and get help finding or fixing accessibility problems. These meetings take place via Zoom with auto-captions and require pre-registration to attend. \nGet the link to register for office hours on your account dashboard.
URL:https://equalizedigital.com/event/equalize-digital-office-hours/2024-04-17/
CATEGORIES:Accessibility Checker Customer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240415T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240415T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152356
CREATED:20240227T161705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T161705Z
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SUMMARY:Mobile Accessibility: Building and Testing Accessible Mobile Sites and Native Apps with Gian Wild
DESCRIPTION:Unfortunately\, when developing WCAG2\, the Working Group did not envision the current world where mobile is almost ubiquitous. For example\, on a mobile device\, there is no continual access to a keyboard (unless someone is using it as an add-on to the device – or using a Blackberry Classic.) WCAG2 requires that all content be accessible to the keyboard interface\, but it does not require that all content be accessible to a mouse or to a touchscreen user\, which is essential on a mobile device. WCAG2.1 does include some mobile accessibility requirements but doesn’t go far enough. \nGian Wild chaired the Mobile Site Sub-Committee to develop a set of Mobile Site Testing Guidelines available under Creative Commons. These guidelines are meant to be used with WCAG2 (and WCAG2.1) to ensure that sites are accessible to people with disabilities using mobile and tablet devices. \nAccessibility is important to all – not everyone using your mobile app\, device\, or wearable will be fully functioning\, either because they have a disability or they are engaged elsewhere. Gian talks about the things that are essential to avoid when designing mobile apps\, devices\, and wearables to ensure that everyone can use them. She talks about specific mobile accessibility features: pinch zoom\, native screen readers\, haptic keyboard\, etc.\, and system accessibility settings: font size\, screen rotation\, high contrast\, etc. \n\nThese meetups take place via Zoom and are live captioned. You must register to attend via Zoom. \n\nAbout Gian Wild\n\nGian Wild is the CEO\, Founder and President of AccessibilityOz\, established in Australia in 2011 and the United States in 2015. Gian has worked in the accessibility industry since 1998. She worked on the first Level AAA accessible website in Australia (Disability Information Victoria) and developed one of the first automated accessibility testing tools\, PurpleCop\, in 2000. \nShe spent six years on the W3C Web Content Accessibility Guidelines Working Group\, contributing to the development of WCAG2\, and is currently a member of the Automated WCAG Monitoring-Community Group. Gian is on the Higher Education Content Steering Group for Accessibility Switchboard and a committee member of the ICT Accessibility Testing Symposium conference in the United States. She also chairs two of the symposium’s sub-committees: the Mobile Testing Sub-Committee and the Native App Testing Sub-Committee. The committees work to create up-to-date mobile accessibility testing guidelines. \n\nEvent Information\nSponsors\nThank you to our sponsors: \n\nLive captions: GoDaddy\nOrganizer and post-event transcription: Equalize Digital Accessibility Checker\nYour Business here! Learn about sponsorship\n\n\n\n\nAccessibility & Accommodations\nThis meetup will be held virtually over Zoom and live captioned\, thanks to our sponsors. Slide links will be provided when applicable\, and presenters are encouraged to make slides as accessible as possible with alternative text for images\, etc. \nWe’re working to secure sponsors so that we can offer ASL interpretation. \nAll are welcome to attend. If you need specific accommodations to make this meetup work for you\, please contact us and we will try our best to accommodate you. \nCode of Conduct\nPlease note that this group is a welcoming space for all. As this event is part of the official WordPress Meetup program\, all attendees must follow the WordPress Online Code of Conduct. \nBy RSVPing to this meetup\, you agree to abide by these guidelines. If you have concerns that the Online Code of Conduct is not being followed\, don’t hesitate to get in touch with an organizer.
URL:https://equalizedigital.com/event/mobile-accessibility-building-and-testing-accessible-mobile-sites-and-native-apps-with-gian-wild/
CATEGORIES:WordPress Accessibility Meetups
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SUMMARY:Demystifying European Accessibility Laws: An Engaging Overview with Anna Malmberg and Susana Pallero
DESCRIPTION:Join Anna and Susi from Funka\, in this session as they take you on a journey to understand the main European accessibility laws – that are often perceived as boring and complex. Gain insights into these laws (actually directives) and learn how to ensure compliance to create inclusive and enjoyable digital experiences. \nDuring the session\, Anna and Susi will break down the European Accessibility Act (EAA) and its significance\, providing you with a clear understanding of its purpose and coverage. Explore the Web Accessibility Directive (WAD) and its standards\, and discover the essential role of the Procurement Act in promoting web accessibility. Throughout the discussion\, they will emphasize the importance of the EN 301 549 standard\, a key benchmark for accessibility requirements in the EU\, and how it enhances compliance and supports inclusive design practices. \nDon’t miss this unique opportunity to navigate the complex world of EU accessibility laws in a simplified and enjoyable manner. \nJoin us to gain the knowledge and confidence to effectively comply with these laws\, ensuring inclusivity in your digital offerings. \n\nThese meetups take place via Zoom and are live captioned. You must register to attend via Zoom. \nAbout the Speakers\n\nAnna Malmberg\nChief Marketing Officer at Funka\nAnna Malmberg joined Funka in 2020\, initially focusing on conducting accessibility audits. Her role quickly evolved to her leading the development and launch of Funka Academy as an online platform dedicated to education in digital accessibility with +20 courses. Today\, as Chief Marketing Officer\, Anna continues to drive the company’s mission forward\, often sharing her expertise as a speaker and lecturer at various events to promote an inclusive digital world. \nSusana Pallero\nChief Accessibility Officer at Funka\nSusana Pallero is an experienced accessibility specialist with a strong background in the field. With over 10 years of professional experience\, Susana has worked as a consultant for more than 20 Fortune 500 companies\, collaborating on the development of innovative solutions for various products and services. She has also played a key role in establishing internal accessibility teams and departments within these organizations\, providing training and strategies for their successful implementation. \nEvent Information\nSponsors\nThank you to our sponsors: \n\nLive captions: IvyCat\nOrganizer and post-event transcription: Equalize Digital Accessibility Checker\nYour Business here! Learn about sponsorship\n\n\n\n\nAccessibility & Accommodations\nThis meetup will be held virtually over Zoom and live captioned\, thanks to our sponsors. Slide links will be provided when applicable\, and presenters are encouraged to make slides as accessible as possible with alternative text for images\, etc. \nWe’re working to secure sponsors so that we can offer ASL interpretation. \nAll are welcome to attend. If you need specific accommodations to make this meetup work for you\, please contact us and we will try our best to accommodate you. \nCode of Conduct\nPlease note that this group is a welcoming space for all. As this event is part of the official WordPress Meetup program\, all attendees must follow the WordPress Online Code of Conduct. \nBy RSVPing to this meetup\, you agree to abide by these guidelines. If you have concerns that the Online Code of Conduct is not being followed\, don’t hesitate to get in touch with an organizer.
URL:https://equalizedigital.com/event/demystifying-european-accessibility-laws-an-engaging-overview-with-anna-malmberg-and-susana-pallero/
CATEGORIES:WordPress Accessibility Meetups
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