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Web Accessibility Series #1: Web Accessibility Overview: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines & ADA Title II Online

The first of three workshops in the Web Accessibility Series with Sarah McFadden, Senior Librarian - Digital Services Unit, at the NYS Division of Library Development.

This workshop will include a brief overview of the relevant laws, rules, and guidelines that impact library accessibility (ADA Title II, DOJ rule, WCAG 2.1). Briefly explains how to use the WCAG 2.1 Level AA guidelines to ensure an accessible web presence. The second half of the presentation will focus on the broad goals of the WCAG guidelines (that content be Perceivable, Operable, Understandable, and Robust) and suggest simple strategies to begin implementing these goals for all users. Includes recommended resources for additional learning.

Date:
Thursday, September 18, 2025
Time:
10:00am - 11:00am
Time Zone:
Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
Online:
This is an online event. Event URL will be sent via registration email.
Audience:
  STLS Member Directors     STLS Member Directors & Staff  

Registration is required. There are 56 seats available.

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