Ever thought about the power of your words? 📚
In every conversation using inclusive language can help promote diversity, equity, and enhance team collaboration. Read the full blog here 👉 accessibe.com/blog/knowledge…
ALT Title "The Do's and Don'ts of Inclusive Language". Under the Do's column - "Use the term assistive technology, use language that is clear and concise, use language in meetings that embraces diversity, utilize software that can help identify biased language, and prioritize the person over the disability". Under Don't column - "Say disabled-friendly technology, use technical jargon, forget to consider cultural sensitivities, ignore individual needs, and use terms that marginalize or are outdated.
“I’ve already seen such a major shift in the industry. In the past few years, you see more things that are accessible. You see more captions. You see more inclusion in the industry", says Millicent Simmonds on disability inclusion within Hollywood 👏
variety.com/2024/awards/news…
We absolutely love it too 😇
Head to accessibe.com to learn how to create an #inclusive experience for everyone on your website 👈
ALT Quote on a bright pink background from Brooke McMillan, Social Media Marketing Online Community Management. “I’m super impressed with my experience on the Kizik website! I was doing a little retail therapy and noticed the web company accessiBe. I absolutely love it when companies go the extra mile to make their sites accessible for all. The shoes are cute and comfy too, btw.”
This #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek let’s celebrate the beauty of unique minds and accommodate those needs and voices in the workplace!
What accommodation is a must-have for you?👇
ALT Title “5 Neurodivergent Love Languages’ heart emoji. Small emojis next to each love language with the wording to the right. Unicorn emoji next to the text “Words of affirmation, Celebrating uniqueness and embracing creativity”. Magnifying glass emoji next to the text “Acts of Service, I took initiative to research your needs”. Man on a laptop emoji next to the text “Receiving gifts, websites with simple text and no distractions”. Calendar emoji next to the text “Quality time, Assist with time management & listen to relevant needs”. Wheelchair emoji next to the text “Physical touch, Making relevant workspace adjustments”.
In honor of #BlackHistoryMonth, we asked our Nonprofit Partners in the disability community to share on the intersection of accessibility and minority rights 💪
Let’s continue to amplify powerful voices within the disability community ✨
ALT “Supporting people with disability within the Black community requires a commitment to representation and diversity at all levels. Headshot photo below, “Ruby ‘Sunshine’ Taylor, Founder of Financial Joy School”.
ALT “We partner with businesses like accessiBe who are perpetuators of changing access to accessibility for all persons. Headshot photo below, “Dr. Kimberly Barrington, Founder 100 Shades of Diverse Abilities.”
ALT “Showing up for people with disabilities in the Black community involves acknowledging and addressing the unique challenges and barriers they face.” Headshot photo below, “Donna R. Walton EdD, Founder & President of Divas with Disabilities”.
ALT “The intersection between minority and accessibility rights calls for a holistic and inclusive approach.” Headshot photo below, “Dr. Lauren McClenney-Rosentein, Think Dyslexia.”
“When you have us as a part of the conversation, there's an authenticity that is created. We can tell you where our needs are.”💥
Thank you Kiana Glanton for sharing your unique journey with the Lighthouse Guild!
Watch the full episode 👉 youtu.be/iaUMzOds9TE
One of the largest food chains in the world, @McDonalds, is showing how and why digital #accessibility is a key ingredient in their recipe of success. Find out their approach to inclusion👇
medium.com/mcdonalds-technic…
Food for thought: the online world wasn’t designed with everyones minds in mind. Thank you Daniel Jones for making sure the neurodiverse community is included in the conversation 💫
To watch the full ep 👉 youtu.be/K7wiYaOvYnU?si=0lJG…
ALT Quote by Daniel Jones, Autism and ADHD Video Creator and Author “Technology is going to be the main driving force that allows neurodiverse people to become more integrated into society. For me to do my shopping I have to do it online, so I wish accessibility was implemented there”.
We’re so grateful for everything we learned in 2023 from our nonprofit community! Come and be a part of the change 👉 accessibe.com/partners/nonpr…
Video description: Clips of bloopers from Spotlight episodes and Special Olympics amongst animated text representing milestones in 2023.
Things we love to hear: community appreciation 😇
We love our growing nonprofit community, so head to this link if you want to be a part of it too 👉 accessibe.com/partners/nonpr…
ALT Melanie Isaacs “Founder/Chief Inclusion Officer at Pal Experiences / Creating digital tools for accessibility”. “A highlight of 2023 was partnering with accessiBe. They not only made our website more accessible but gave us community, support, and opportunities for us to share our stories. The more people understand - the more good we can do”.
If you want to makes sure your YouTube videos don’t get lost in the playlist shuffle, it’s time to open up your audience to everyone 🎬
Read the full blog to find out how 👉 accessibe.com/blog/knowledge…
Image description: “Subscribe for an Inclusive YouTube Channel”.
ALT YouTube related 3D graphics with the title in the centre “Subscribe for an Inclusive YouTube Channel”.
“Awareness is just the first step, it’s about embedding that awareness and building inclusion champions to move forward.” Thank you ADHD Girls for empowering women with ADHD to thrive in everyday society. 👊
Watch the full ep here 👉 youtu.be/MpxGLiv-fiU?si=4HTi…
Facebook status updated: Accessible ✅
Head to our blog to make sure you stay on top of your Facebook A-game 👉 accessibe.com/blog/knowledge…
Image Description: Title “Make accessibility your friend on Facebook”. With a 3D graphic of an iPhone, and related facebook graphic icons.
ALT Title “Make accessibility your friend on Facebook”. With a 3D graphic of an iPhone to the right with an accessibility icon graphic on it and ‘add friend’ graphic.
We’ll just leave this here. Here’s your reminder to listen to Chelsie Hill 💥
Watch the full ep 👉 youtu.be/jWOvS05FTZ0?si=1WGA…
Image description: “Accessibility is something that we deserve and it shouldn't be something that is looked at as secondary. It's a human right to me.”
ALT Quote from “Chelsie Hill, Rollettes”, “Accessibility is something that we deserve and it shouldn't be something that is looked at as secondary. It's a human right to me.” Photo of Chelsie Hill on the right of the quote.