Digital Access for People with Disabilities

Think about all the ways you rely on the Internet for information, entertainment, and social and civic activities. Then imagine that your access to the Internet was blocked because of design features that did not consider your disability. It could be like a wheelchair user unable to enter a building without a ramp or automatic doors. Come to this talk by Sharron Rush to learn about the issue and how you can help address the barriers. If we raise awareness and work together, we can ensure equal access for everyone, regardless of disability.

About our Speaker: 

Sharron Rush is the award winning co-founder and Executive Director of Knowbility, a nonprofit advocacy, consulting, and training company based in Austin, Texas. Since 1998, Sharron has been a leader in raising awareness and skills around the issue of access to technology for people with disabilities. Her work at Knowbility includes policy review, performance analysis, technical consultation, and training development for private and public companies, government agencies, and schools. Her technical expertise, understanding of the barriers faced by people with disabilities, and strong communication and training skills have contributed to her leadership position in the field. Since 2007, she has served as an Invited Expert at the W3C, developing and applying global accessibility standards for their Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI). In 2014, she became co-chair of the Education and Outreach Working Group at WAI.