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Did you know that 15% of the world has a disability, 285 million people of all ages are visually impaired, 466 million people have disabling hearing loss, 1-3% has an intellectual disability, as many as 200 million people and approximately 18.5 million people (about the population of New York) have speech, voice, or language disorder, according to 2021 MAGNA global Digital Accessibility inclusion report.   As a Kenvue Impact Network Diverse Ability Advancement (DAA) want to highlight how important it is to embrace Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) through the lens of accessibility; Many of us are unable to participate in aspects of society because we use our own abilities as a baseline; The humanity make things that are easy for some people to use but difficult for everyone else; understanding why and how people are excluded gives us actionable steps to take towards inclusive development in both physical and digital spaces.   At Kenvue we are embracing digital and physical accessibility, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence that reflects the diversity of our stakeholders and the markets we serve, align with our committed to create a more inclusive and accessible world for everyone.   #WeAreKenvue; #GAAD

Did you know that 15% of the world has a disability, 285 million people of all ages are visually impaired, 466 million people have disabling hearing loss, 1-3% have an intellectual disability, as many as 200 million people, and approximately 18.5 million people (about the population of New York) have speech, voice, or language disorder, according to 2021 MAGNA global Digital Accessibility inclusion report. As a member of Kenvue Impact Network, Diverse Ability Advancement (DAA) want to highlight how important it is to embrace Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) through the lens of accessibility; Many of us are unable to participate in aspects of society because we use our own abilities as a baseline; The humanity make things that are easy for some people to use but difficult for everyone else; understanding why and how people are excluded gives us actionable steps to take towards inclusive development in both physical and digital spaces. At Kenvue, we are embracing digital and physical accessibility, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence that reflects the diversity of our stakeholders and the markets we serve, align with our commitment to create a more inclusive and accessible world for everyone. #WeAreKenvue; #GAAD

Today is #GlobalAccessibilityDay! This day is about celebrating the importance of inclusive technology that empowers everyone to participate in the digital world. Let's break down some barriers and unlock the possibilities together! Technology is a powerful tool for connection, but it can be inaccessible for people with disabilities which is why we wanted to share some top tips to easily become more inclusive. There are 4 common key areas of impairments/disabilities which should be considered when making inclusive adaptations to digital aspects within your company; 1. Motor - These people may need alternative keyboards, eye control or other adaptive hardware to help them type and navigate on their devices. 2. Cognitive - An uncluttered screen, consistent navigation and the use of plain language would be useful for people with these impairments. 3. Visual - These users may need alternative text descriptions for meaningful images and use the keyboard and not a mouse to interact with interactive elements. 4. Hearing - People who are deaf or hard of hearing will need captioning for video presentations and visual indicators in place of audio cues. And of course, it is essential that your employees are trained too. Whether this is ensuring that they know how to address someone with a disability in a customer service role, or educating event staff with disability etiquette knowledge to know when to offer help and when to intervene for safety. These are just some of the many small changes you can start with which can make a big impact! Are you ready? #GAAD #accessibilityforall #digitalinclusion #breakingdownbarriers

Why do we need to make accessibility part of the conversation? I didn’t always understand accessibility if I’m honest. And no, I’m not saying I’m an expert now; I’m still learning. What I’ve realised though, through my own journey with Autism and ADHD, is that accessibility isn’t always taken seriously- viewed as a ‘nice to have’ or optional, not as a necessity. I remember previously asking for interview questions ahead of an upcoming interview I had with a company who celebrated DEI publicly, and I was outright told, “no that would be an unfair advantage”. (Yes, I had disclosed my ADHD and Autism)… That’s just one example of where I’ve personally experienced ableism during a recruitment process, and I could go on. But what’s also alarming is how many people and companies claim to be passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion, yet still create and share inaccessible content and resources. It’s 2024 and unless you’ve been hiding under a rock, you’ll have at least heard of accessibility. Don’t get me wrong, I get that not everyone understands accessibility and that’s ok- I didn’t either. But what’s not ok, is to just ignore it like it will go away; disabled and neurodivergent people aren’t going anywhere. And guess what? Neither is the need for accessibility. You can probably tell where I’m going with this… Accessibility very much needs to be made part of the conversation. Make accessibility standard practice. #Accessibility #DiversityEquityInclusion #DiversityAndInclusion #WednesdayWisdom Image description: a blue speech bubble with white boxes highlighting black text that reads: what’s not ok, is to just ignore accessibility like it will go away

Asking someone who is #hearingimpared, #deaf: What is the best way for you to communicate? Is the best approach to address them. So often, hearing and non disabled individuals they do not know how to address or talk to a deaf or hearing impaired individual. #communication #business #professionals #shares, #organizations #inclusion #employers https://lnkd.in/g-AmSdJp

"Inclusion needs to occur by design and on purpose, not by accident. Inclusive design is for everyone; it is a ‘both/and’ situation not an ‘either/or’. How inclusive is inclusive? How fair is fair? Access needs to be more deliberate." These are important questions, and better to land on the side of greater inclusion than lesser. #a11y #accessibility

Accessibility is for EVERYONE. Accessibility should be standard practice in any project regardless of situation. It makes common sense but not only that it makes financial sense because you are only doing it once.

As we conclude our Women’s History Month series and move through National Deaf History Month, it’s essential to spotlight individuals who have been instrumental in advancing accessibility and inclusion. Mariella Paulino-Peralta, MPRCC, CPACC is one such trailblazer. Her journey and commitment to the deaf and hard-of-hearing community exemplify the transformative power of advocacy and technology. Mariella’s path to becoming a leading voice in digital accessibility was sparked by a personal experience that drove her to explore how individuals with hearing disabilities navigate their environments. This exploration led to Project Hearing, aiming to build a community that supports and shares valuable resources on deafness. Now, as the Sr. Advocacy and Social Media Manager at AudioEye, Mariella’s endeavors to promote digital inclusivity are more vital than ever. Her work ensures that the web is a place where everyone, including those with hearing disabilities, can access and engage without barriers. Through her speaking engagements at esteemed platforms like The United Nations and Harvard University, Mariella has been a vocal advocate for accessibility and inclusion, pushing for a world where digital equity is not just an aspiration but a reality. As we wrap up our Women’s History Month celebrations, let’s dive into Mariella Paulino-Peralta’s story, recognizing her as a vital figure in our continuous journey towards an inclusive digital future. Learn about her invaluable contributions and ongoing work: https://aeurl.xyz/o8tDYz #WomensHistoryMonth #NationalDeafHistoryMonth #Accessibility #Inclusion #DigitalAccessibility #ChangeMaker #WomenInTech

Digital inaccessibility remains a significant barrier for blind and low-vision individuals, despite advancements in technology. Employment challenges persist due to inaccessible digital environments, hindering opportunities for this population. Proactive measures are crucial to address these issues effectively . Imagine being stuck halfway through an online job application because the screen reader cannot navigate drop-down options. For millions with blindness or low vision, such barriers are commonplace. Assistive technologies like screen readers bridge the gap, yet they face obstacles due to the inaccessibility of digital content . 🌐 How can we ensure that the digital world becomes truly inclusive for individuals with disabilities? Share your insights and experiences below! #DigitalAccessibility #Inclusion #AssistiveTechnology #AccessibilityMatters

What comes into your head when you hear about 'Accessibility'? Something like this photo? Whilst you are right, it’s also good to keep in mind that having a 'disability' doesn’t always mean what may come to mind first. There are non-visible and visible disabilities. Have you ever considered accessibility related to digital resources? Today Global Accessibility Awareness Day is about highlighting Accessibility in the digital world. Designing and writing with accessibility in mind means that you are trying to ensure that your content can be read and understood by as wide an audience as possible. That includes the one billion people worldwide living with disabilities. At Tetra Tech Europe we have now made modifications to our template documents to ensure we are being inclusive.  ✅ Our fonts are now Arial, a more readable choice, with some larger sizes. ✅ Line spacing has been increased 1.5 to help readers who have trouble tracking lines of text. ✅ Capital letters header formatting (i.e. HEADER) has been removed, as using all capital letters can cause accessibility problems. ✅ Underlines and italics have been removed, as these can be hard for people to read with low vision or processing disorders. It is small changes which have a huge impact. It is great to work alongside colleagues (John Black, Klementyna Ziomek, Natalie Wilson to name a few) who have been working on driving positive changes forward with this initiative, and others. It was also lovely to interview Klem for this piece, who shares some very valuable insights and work with Dean Meadowcroft on it - link below. #DisabilityAwareness #InclusionMatters #AccessibleWorld #EqualAccess #AccessibleTech #IncludeMe #DisabilityRights #AccessForEveryone #UniversalDesign #CelebrateInclusion #InclusiveDesign #DisabilityPride #AccessToOpportunity #BreakingBarriers #gaad #GlobalAccessibilityAwarenessDay