This landmark law broke down many barriers to inclusion that people with disabilities face. In honor of its passage, July marks Disability Pride Month, which continues to be a time to honor diversity and celebrate...
Today, digital technologies like websites, mobile apps, and software play vital roles in all facets of life—from education and employment to healthcare, banking, shopping, and staying connected. When these technologies are inaccessible to people with...
As a vendor at the 2024 MEEC conference, YuJa will highlight its comprehensive suite of EdTech solutions, designed to empower educators and institutions in delivering dynamic, technology-enriched learning experiences. YuJa’s platform offers an all-in-one approach...
Hosted by Illinois Community Colleges Online (ILCCO), the webinar will include a comprehensive overview of YuJa Panorama, including its cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning capabilities designed to enhance the accessibility of digital media and...
“When we adopt digital accessibility methods, we create more equitable experiences for more of our learners,” said Thomas J. Tobin, Senior Teaching and Learning Developer at the University of Wisconsin-Madison on the Demo Day website....
YuJa enables higher education institutions to upload, create, and share content seamlessly with users. YuJa’s suite of ed-tech products is used by more than 600 enterprise customers, including prestigious institutions like Princeton University and Stanford...
January is Braille Literacy Month. In 2019, the United Nations General Assembly established January 4 as World Braille Day. Both are aimed at raising awareness of the importance of Braille, though the month also commemorates...
July 26 marks the anniversary of the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in 1990. The law prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in a variety of areas, including in institutions of higher...
The letter covers accessibility challenges, legal framework, enforcement actions, and guidance and regulations, as well as highlights valuable resources for obtaining guidance. It also sends a strong message that accessibility is a priority at the...
Oftentimes, when people are reading, they lose information between lines and have to go back to re-read text. Many have to repeat the process more than once, making reading inefficient – especially in the format...
Importance of Digital Accessibility “The power of the Web is in its universality. Access by everyone regardless of disability is an essential aspect.” Digital accessibility is critical to ensuring those with disabilities can navigate and...
As a child in 1949 living in Brooklyn, New York, Heumann contracted polio and began using a wheelchair for mobility. At the age of five, she was deemed a “fire hazard,” and denied entry to...