Support accessibility
People with disabilities are underserved by today’s digital products. Up to 98.1% of website home pages fail to meet web content accessibility guidelines.
Digital accessibility refers to the ability of people with disabilities/impairments to independently consume and/or interact with digital (e.g., web, mobile) applications and content. In recognition of Global Accessibility Awareness Day take a look at the WebAIM Million for a current snapshot of trends and issues regarding web accessibility. Become an ally and recognize that accessibility has the power to remove barriers and unlock the possible.
All content on the WA Portal website must comply with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Basic ADA requirements include:
- Website accessibility - Designing for accessibility means considering issues impacting assistive technologies (tools which help people with visual or other impairments access the web).
- Accessibility information - All interested people, including those with impaired vision or hearing, must be able to obtain information about the availability and location of accessible services, activities, and facilities.
- Alternate format - Upon request, all documents must be made available in alternate formats such as audio file, large print, or Braille.
- Nondiscriminatory content - Publications must avoid language or images that stigmatize people with disabilities.
Learn about the work occurring with DOH's Disabilities Access and Functional Needs workgroup.
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