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Regularly assess physical accessibility at all sites and prioritize renovations to remove barriers identified during these audits. #AXSChat #WeAreBillionStrong

Track Retention and Recruitment: Measure changes in retention rates of employees with disabilities and note improvements in attracting diverse talent as a result of accessibility efforts. #AXSChat #WeAreBillionStrong

10 months felt like a lifetime. This candidate decided to quit. (The company claimed they are Inclusion) He had been with his current employer for just 10 months but was already looking to move on. He explained that the company had promised reasonable accommodations but failed

Africa is ready to shine at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games! Let's rally together to support and celebrate the incredible talent of athletes from across the continent. Watch the live events from August 28 to September 8 on the Paralympics' YouTube channel. #BeyondThisLand

When Accessibility Becomes an Obstacle Race This image—it speaks louder than words. A banner hangs high, "The Daily Paralympics Start." But look closer, really look. This is not a celebration of accessibility; it's a stark depiction of our everyday reality. An elevator marked

Businesses are running out of time. Their digital strategy is failing. European Accessibility Act will be in action in June 2025. A complaint process and surveillance monitoring will be established, and organizations that fail to meet these requirements may face penalties,

Persons with disabilities are expected to stay 'quiet', not be 'sensitive,' not take things 'seriously,' not 'panic,' to just 'ignore' and just let things go. We are told not to 'overthink', not to 'make a fuss' by calling out Ableism, exclusion, and inaccessibility.

A1 We need to start including accessibility and disability inclusion topics as early as possible in education. Kids innately get it. As they progress through education the complexity of the topics can be expanded. Let's not wait until people become set in their ways #axschat

Make accessibility part of every subject! From early education, foster a culture of empathy and problem-solving around inclusion. Use accessible tools and resources so future creators understand its importance firsthand. #AXSChat #WeAreBillionStrong

Embed Accessibility into all education levels by teaching inclusive design principles. Create a mindset where accessibility is seen as essential, not optional. #AXSChat #WeAreBillionStrong

A2 Popular misconceptions about #accessibility: No one will use it. It's really expensive. It'll ruin the look and feel. We can fix it in the post go live actions. #AXSChat

Neil Milliken And of course the classic “we don’t have anh disabled customers”. Wonder why… also why the competing, accessible business get their business #axschat

A common misconception is that Accessibility is expensive or only benefits a few. Also many think accessibility is just about ramps or screen readers. #AXSChat #WeAreBillionStrong

We need to tell stories of how accessibility sparks unique ideas and fresh perspective. Let's push the boundaries of what's possible and discover creative solutions that serve everyone. #AXSChat #WeAreBillionStrong

Encourage open channels for disabled users to share experiences and ensure that this feedback directly informs updates and improvements. #AXSChat #WeAreBillionStrong

MH A5 AI can improve accessibility, but it should support—not replace—basic practices. While I’m cautiously optimistic about AI, it should be used alongside manual checks and user testing to meet the diverse needs of all users. #AXSChat

Building AI ethically is key. Responsible and Conscious AI is the way ahead. #AXSChat #WeAreBillionStrong

Upgrade what you can and work what you have. Even small changes can make a big difference. #AXSChat #WeAreBillionStrong

Job descriptions often use language that is not inclusive or accessible, deterring PWDs from applying. Inaccessible websites, interview formats that fail to accommodate diverse needs, and a lack of disability awareness training among hiring managers are also major challenges.