Setting the record straight: A guide to accessibility overlays

If you’re thinking about building an accessible website, or you’re looking for best accessibility practices, there’s a strong likelihood that you’ve come across the use of accessibility toolbars. These are also known as ‘accessibility overlays’. In this guide we look into whether they are good or bad for accessibility on websites.

Digital Accessibility Matters, Accessibility, Development, Web design

A HeXcellent 2022 accessibility journey

It’s been an eventful year at HeX Productions, giving the gift of accessibility across the land. With the year coming to a close, we wanted to share with you the hard work and achievements from our dedicated team over the last year.

Industry, Team, Accessibility

International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) 2022

There are one billion people around the world with some form of disability, making up around 15% of the global population. Many face barriers each day, isolating them from certain aspects of society. This unequal access can impact upon areas such as employment, education, transportation, and social participation.

Awareness days, Disablement, Industry

My accessibility journey: What I’ve learned as a communications professional

One year ago, I joined the HeX Productions team as their Digital Engagement Manager. I come with over 20 years experience in communications and marketing. So, you would think I would have known how to make my content accessible for all. I thought so too – but you would be wrong. This blog looks into what I’ve learned, so far, on my accessibility journey and ways that you can improve your content.

Advice, Industry, Accessibility

What are the key accessibility requirements for websites

In the UK, one-in-five people have some form of disability. Organisations have a responsibility to ensure their digital platforms are accessible. If it isn’t, you could be breaking the law, along with losing custom.

Advice, Education For All, Accessibility, Education, Government

Educating Content Creation students on the importance of inclusive design

On Tuesday 1 November, HeX’s Creative Director, James Hall, presented his first digital accessibility seminar as part of a guest speaker series to Content Creation students.

Industry, Accessibility, Training

Accessibility in web development

Your organisation may be looking at building a new website or looking at ways that you can make your current site more accessible. Whichever way you are beginning your A11y journey, our blog will talk you through the importance of accessible web development and best practices for developers.

Advice, Industry, Accessibility