Accessibility + WordPress

09/02/2026

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You've probably seen them: that little wheelchair icon floating in the corner of websites, promising...

21/07/2025

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21/07/2025

We're excited to announce our upcoming Be a Digital Ally (BADA) session, featuring a critical conversation about the European Accessibility Act (EAA)!
This landmark legislation just came into full force last month, and we're diving deep into its profound meaning and impact.

Join Knowbility's Executive Director, Sharron Rush, for an incisive discussion with Susanna Laurin, Chair of the Funka Foundation and a leading voice in digital inclusion.
Susanna was a strong advocate for the EAA's passage and will offer unparalleled insights into its implications and what comes next.

We will be covering key topics, including:

• What is the EAA? Get a clear understanding of this pivotal directive.
• Its Connections: How does the EAA relate to the EU's Web Accessibility Directive and the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities?
• The Power of Advocacy: What role did sustained advocacy play in the EAA's successful passage and implementation?
• Real-World Impact: What are the tangible effects of the EAA for businesses and for disabled people across Europe?
• Guidance for the US: With disability rights facing challenges in the United States, what lessons and guidance can be drawn from Europe's experience?
• This is a vital opportunity to gain clarity on a piece of legislation that is actively reshaping digital accessibility. Bring your questions and prepare for a highly informative and thought-provoking discussion.

Click here to register for this insightful BADA session: https://knowbility.org/programs/be-a-digital-ally

13/06/2025

Calling all developers, programmers, content specialists, and nonprofit organizations:

Knowbility's acclaimed AccessU Accessibility Internet Rally (AIR) program is officially OPEN for registration!

Since 1998, AIR has empowered individuals to build a more accessible web. This program offers hands-on experience, expert mentorship, and a chance to contribute to a truly equitable digital world. Whether you want to enhance your career or simply make a difference, AIR is for you.

Don't miss this incredible opportunity to learn, grow, and continue the tradition of making the internet more accessible to everyone.

👉 Learn more and register today: https://knowbility.org/programs/air/register-for-air

03/01/2025

Today, the FTC announced that they have ordered accessiBe to pay $1,000,000 “to settle allegations that it misrepresented the ability of its AI-powered web accessibility tool to make any website compliant with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) for people with disabilities.“

The Federal Trade Commission will require software provider accessiBe to pay $1 million to settle allegations that it misrepresented the ability of its AI-powered web accessibility tool to make any

27/12/2024

Tehnology can really make a difference.

02/05/2024

Looking for a unique, beautiful Mothers Day gift?
Custom 3D art piece created specially for Pearls of Hope.
“Radiant Resilience” is a 3D paper art piece crafted with layers of delicate white paper, gently enveloping a vibrant pink center. Symbolizing the journey of those affected by breast cancer, each layer represents the layers of strength, hope, and determination within.
At the heart of the piece lies the word “Hope,” softly created in an elegant script, serving as a beacon of inspiration and encouragement.
Through its subtle beauty and powerful message, this artwork stands as a testament to the unwavering spirit of individuals facing the challenges of breast cancer, while also advocating for awareness and support in the fight against this disease.
Custom created for Pearls of Hope (R), the Lorraine Jackson Foundation by Babbsela's Designs

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14/12/2023

https://commission.europa.eu/resources-partners/europa-web-guide/design-content-and-development/accessibility/testing-early-and-regularly/accessibility-overlays_en?fbclid=IwAR0GgwNpkv4il4d55CVlgZ7Zi2JkU2B_5XgY3LhjVM3KcvhFsSY-_S5lIuk

Web accessibility overlays are tools or technologies that aim to improve the accessibility of a website. However, claims that a website can be made fully compliant in an automated fashion are not realistic.