Employing best practices and a deliberate focus on accessibility through inclusive design will help you create better user experiences for more people. Read part 2 of our guide: hubs.li/Q02DJmzY0 #Accessibility #DigitalAccessibility #InclusiveDesign #UX

One thing I'm getting sick and tired of when it comes to having conversations about accessibility is that we only seem to have them whenever it comes up as "discourse," which is putting a negative connotation to any time anyone mentions the word "accessibility" ever.

New class action lawsuit against AccessiBe by small business in NY that licensed the company's overlay. They still got an #accessibility lawsuit after using the overlay for 2 years. Complaint for unfair business practices and more linked in my article. lflegal.com/2024/07/access…

How to Ensure Accessibility When Incorporating Media Into Your Content: buff.ly/4fjqjMw with Thomas Schrimpsher Kate Kalcevich (she) Matisse Hamel-Nelis, ADS, CPACC (she/her) and me #Accessibility

Just three weeks until our summer social marking PIC’s 25th year supporting indie communication professionals. Join us at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, August 21, at Bar Caña at SOCO Kitchen & Bar, 75 Lower Simcoe St., Toronto. Register now: karelo.com/register.php?B…

My course on building community on social is LIVE! Joe Teo and I discuss what you need to think about as you build online communities! We share our favorite resources and provide a framework to help you build from the ground up. academy.heyorca.com/courses/social…

Flattered to be asked to chat with Matisse Hamel-Nelis, ADS, CPACC (she/her) for her podcast! open.spotify.com/episode/6rPekQ…

Congratulations to everyone involved! Great project that shows the teachable potential of AI and Accessibility for blind and low vision!

If a post isn’t accessible, it’s unfinished. If a podcast doesn’t have a transcript, it’s unfinished. Finished content and documents are accessible. They reach more people. They give people choices. They win more fans. #Accessibility #Content

We're thrilled to welcome our first-ever public relations graduate certificate program cohort! Classes start on Tuesday, and we can't wait to share the year ahead with you on our social platforms! #DCPR #DurhamCollege #PR #PublicRelations #Communications #HereWeGo

Today is #NationalDayforTruthandReconciliation, recognizing victims + survivors of the federal residential school system and the trauma caused by harmful colonial practices. Here’s a guide for comms people to take action by @matissenelis: linkedin.com/pulse/professi…

Today we observe, not “celebrate”, Orange Shirt Day. It is our Remembrance Day. This day represents many lost children and widespread intergenerational trauma for our communities. Its a time to learn and reflect. #EveryChildMatters

What's the difference between active voice and passive voice? And why is this important to accessibility? Tip 6 will help you understand this difference and how it will make your content more accessible for all users. #WebAIM25 #a11yTips

ICON 2024 Recap: ABC’s Gio Benitez talked about setbacks, storytelling & the power of ‘yes’ at today's #PRSAICON opening general session in Anaheim, Calif. Read on for more: bit.ly/406tr9f @prsa #prsa

Learning best practices, tools, and compliance at the Art and Science of Digital #Accessibility in Communications and PR workshop with Matisse Hamel-Nelis, ADS, CPACC (she/her) #PRSAICON #NationalBlindnessAwarenessMonth

How do PIC @ IABC/Toronto members use AI for client work? I talked to Coded, Matisse Hamel-Nelis, ADS, CPACC (she/her) and Cyrus Mavalwala in our October newsletter, The Buzz: new.express.adobe.com/webpage/yrWpkn…

“The bottom line is that the era of tolerating poor treatment of wheelchair users on airplanes is over”- Secretary Pete Buttigieg told reporters as he announces a $50 million penalty to American Airlines for violating disabled passengers rights. #RightsOnFlights bloomberg.com/news/articles/…

How do PIC members use AI for client work? A 3x3 in October Buzz asks Coded, Matisse Hamel-Nelis, ADS, CPACC (she/her) and Cyrus Mavalwala: new.express.adobe.com/webpage/yrWpkn…

I’m so excited to be hosting a webinar with IABCPhilly in February about digital accessibility!

Check our exciting Q1 programs on #crisiscommunications and #AI, accessible communications, compassionate communications, magnifying email success, and mastering #generativeAI. #iabc Rebecca Bultsma, APR @matissenelis Arlene Amitirigala Nancy Harhut iabcphiladelphia.org/calendar