What good digital accessibility means to HeX’s Digital Engagement Manager Cheryl Swan
Our Digital Engagement Manager works in a role that is primarily focused around producing communication and engagement activity across HeX’s digital channels. Today, Cheryl shares why Digital Accessibility Matters to her and what needs to change with online content to become inclusive.
The need for digital accessibility on e-commerce websites this sales season
Online shopping has never been so popular and has become an essential part of our everyday lives. With billions of people now choosing to buy items online, the need for businesses to prioritise digital accessibility is paramount.
What’s new in Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2
Last month, a series of new additions were announced to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). This blog explores what you need to implement to remain compliant with web standards under WCAG version 2.2.
Ways to make your website accessible for people living with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
If your web pages aren’t structured in a certain way, it can cause accessibility barriers for those with ADHD. This may mean that they won’t stay on your site for very long and may not return.
Accessible website design for blind users and people with low vision
The most effective ways to help improve accessibility for users with sight loss, starts with considering the point of view of a disabled user and implementing inclusive design on your site.
Writing and structuring content for people with dyslexia
With 1 out of 10 people being dyslexic, it’s important to consider the way we both write and present our digital content in order for it to be inclusive. This blog presents simple fixes that you can make to your web pages to aid with accessibility.
Enabling digital inclusion for older people
Today, there are almost 11 million people aged 65 and over, that’s 19% of the total population and this figure is set to rapidly increase over the next few years. Though many older people are confident in using digital technology, there may be others that need a helping hand in accessing the vital information and services that the internet can offer.