Category: Accessibility meme (page 6)

The internet is biased. Generative AI is based on the internet. Therefore, Generative AI output is biased. People crafting queries to input into to Generative AI (like ChatGPT, Gemini, Bard, or Co-pilot, just to name a few) must explicitly include…

People often talk about “AI” in absolute terms, as if it’s a single entity: “AI is great!” “AI is the future” “AI is terrible!” “AI should be banned!” But AI is definitely not a single thing. AI is based on…

Startups and disability inclusion: Let’s talk numbers. For every $1 million invested in startups: $975,000 goes to startups without disabled leadership. $25,000 goes to a startup with a disabled voice. It’s time to change the narrative and ensure everyone has…

Imagine crafting a brilliant accessibility strategy is like operating a sturdy bus. What happens when this robust bus meets a shoestring budget? Like a bus getting hit by a train, the impact is devastating. In the context of accessibility, that…

Why is it so surprising that people with disabilities want to travel independently? Travel remains a huge challenge for many people with disabilities due to inaccessible transportation, hotels, and services. Accommodations are just temporary fixes, not solutions. Even when something…

The only thing that surprises me about the CrowdStrike incident is that something like it didn’t happen sooner. I have ten years of general QA experience and another twenty in disability inclusion and accessibility. I have heard of numerous CrowdStrike-like…

If the accessibility team isn’t in the room, who steps up? This is my call to action for all product owners, sales teams, engineering, design, and UX organizations. Every decision you make can either open doors or create barriers for…

When you are asked to create an accessible product, tell them to create an accessible experience. An accessible product alone might meet the minimum standards for the product, but an accessible experience ensures inclusivity at every touchpoint. Accessible products are…

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…

Ride share companies must be held accountable when drivers cancel on customers with service dogs. This isn’t just an inconvenience; it’s blatant discrimination affecting the independence and dignity of disabled individuals. The ADA is clear: service dogs are allowed in…