Accessibility references used in GLC Newsletter Spring 2023 "Accessibility for conference presentations," as well as some other helpful sources
CDC's Disability Impacts All of Us - statistics on the number of people in the US with disabilities, types of disabilities, and medical access
Why Does Accessibility Matter? - from Buffalo State, introduces why we should make our content accessible, as well as laws the institution needs to follow such as the ADA and Rehabilitation Act of 1973
STEM and People with Disabilities (Audio Described) video - from the DOIT Center, a video highlighting some programs that foster access and interest for STEM careers for people with disabilities, who are often left out of STEM education, and people with disabilities advocating for themselves in their STEM careers
Accessibility Knowledge Base - many links with standards and tips for creating content accessibly, including links, Microsoft Office, PDFs, websites, and training opportunities
Web Accessibility - standards and tools for creating and testing accessible websites
Characteristics of Accessible PDF - lists steps to check if your PDF is accessible
Accessibility: Creating PowerPoint Presentations - tips for creating accessible PowerPoint presentations
Accessibility: Online Certification Courses - steps for Buffalo State faculty and staff to request access to accessibility training through Deque University. The date in the article has passed so I'm not sure if new requests will be granted, but I still have access to Deque University trainings.
SUNY Center for Professional Development - hosts a variety of professional development trainings, including many on accessibility. Subscribe to their mailing list to find out what they're offering
SUNY Universal Design for Learning for Student Empowerment Project - a project from SUNY CPD focused on Universal Design for Learning with multiple listings for online and in-person training
14th Annual CUNY Accessibility Conference - Free online conference on April 27 and 28, 2023, collaborating with ReelAbilities Film Festival
axe-con 2023 - virtual digital accessibility conference by Deque. The conference is already past but you may be able to register after the fact to access over 50 recorded sessions from accessibility experts
Global Accessibility Awareness Day - find events to learn and celebrate accessibility on May 18, 2023
The Inclusive Speaker: How to Truly Connect With All of Your Audience Without Leaving Anyone Behind - ebook by Denis Boudreau on accessible public speaking ($4.99 on Amazon)
