Events
Past Events
UX Con Vienna: Accessibility is not a checklist!
September 20, 2024
Accessibility is not a checklist! Yet many focus on checking all the boxes to make their UI accessible and miss the bigger picture. Accessibility is not the goal in itself, but simply a means to an end: an inclusive experience for all users!
In this workshop, participants will learn how to spot the most common accessibility bugs plaguing an assistive tech user’s journey. Don’t know what types of assistive technology (or AT for short) are out there in the big wide world? No worries! Laura, UX Researcher for the AT development company Hope Tech, will explain what exists, how it works, and what’s so cool about it. Spoiler alert: It’s the ability to provide access.
Web accessibility has to be anchored in the code, which can look scary at first. But don’t worry! Google Development Expert Julia will guide you through the other side of the console.log and teach you how to communicate these issues to your dev team.
For more information visit the UX Con Agenda.
Inclusive Design 24: Invisible Stigma and its Influence on UX Research for Accessibility
September 12, 2024
Social desirability bias is a well-known fiend in the UX research field. But when doing research with persons with disabilities, there’s a new threat coming into play: Stigma. Stigma can affect participants’ self-reporting and research results. Participants with disabilities might be reluctant to disclose the extend of some barriers they encounter daily, out of subconscious fear of being stigmatized.
And here’s the catch with invisible stigma: You may already encounter participants with invisible disabilities, who are trying their best to compensate and conceal them to fit in. 15% of the world population have a disability, then how likely is it, that you never interviewed a user with a disability before?
Watch the recording on the Inclusive Design 24 YouTube channel.
Google Development Group Mons: Building for Everyone
July 6, 2024
Join us for an engaging and insightful event centered around the theme of inclusive development, with a particular emphasis on accessibility. As global awareness of diversity and inclusivity continues to grow, it's imperative for organizations and communities to prioritize accessibility in their developmental efforts.
This event aims to foster meaningful discussions, share best practices, and inspire action towards creating environments that are truly inclusive for all. Participants will gain valuable insights into:
Understanding the importance of accessibility in various aspects of development, including urban planning, technology, education, and beyond.
Exploring innovative strategies and tools for designing inclusive spaces and solutions that accommodate diverse needs and abilities.
Addressing challenges and overcoming barriers to accessibility, both systemic and attitudinal.
Harnessing the power of collaboration and community engagement to drive positive change and foster inclusivity.
Whether you're a seasoned advocate for accessibility or just beginning your journey toward creating more inclusive environments, this event offers a unique opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals, learn from experts in the field, and contribute to the advancement of inclusive development.
Listen to the space recording on X/Twitter or read the summary on A11y News.