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Disclaimer • My perspective expertise is that of a web design architect. • Some issues regarding accessibility deal with physiological issues which are beyond the scope of this material. • Nothing contained in here is meant to advise you on the non web design aspects of accessibility, such as legal issues. • This information is provided as an introduction to Section 508 and web accessibility, and is not meant to be a complete summary of the standard. Why Accessible Web Sites? • Section 508 requires it • The 3WC encourages it • Why alienate perspective clients? • Know you audience demographically • It makes sites friendlier to use even for those without disabilities What is Section 508?
• Section 508 requires that electronic and information technology that is developed or purchased by the Federal Government is accessible by people with disabilities. • Beginning in June of 2001, all government Web sites must conform to these standards. Any contractor doing Web development for the Federal government must conform to these standards. • Using this web site, Federal employees and the public can access resources for understanding and implementing the requirements of Section 508. What is the W3C? Web Accessibility Initiative • "The power of the Web is in its universality. Access by everyone regardless of disability is an essential aspect." -- Tim Berners-Lee, W3C Director and creator of HTML • The World Wide Web Consortium's (W3C) commitment to lead the Web to its full potential includes promoting a high degree of usability for people with disabilities. • WAI, in coordination with organizations around the world, pursues accessibility of the Web through five primary areas of work: technology, guidelines, tools, education and outreach, and research and development.
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