Good News: There has been a noticeable increase in senior accessibility job postings recently. This uptick is a positive sign that organizations are recognizing the importance of accessibility and are seeking experts to lead these crucial initiatives.
Bad News: This surge is driven by impending deadlines. In the U.S., Title II agencies are rushing to comply with accessibility mandates, while in Europe, companies are preparing for the requirements of the European Accessibility Act.While seeing more job opportunities is great, there is the distinct possibility that this interest is being driven from a place of fear and compliance, not inclusion. Also, it takes 18-36 months to get a large organization from being terrible at accessibility to being half-way decent at it. and these two deadlines are much closer than that.
Let’s continue to advocate for a deeper commitment to accessibility that extends beyond deadlines. Impossible asks combined with ridiculous deadlines and low budgets can lead to burnout. Your role in this advocacy is crucial. Together, we can ensure that accessibility remains a priority and continues to get the attention it deserves long after the compliance dates have passed.
A meme showing a young lady dressed in white standing in front of a wave several stories tall with written written caption: Title II and European Accessibility Act and the product owners.