What is GAAD? Thursday, May 16, 2024 marks the day we celebrate the 13th Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD)! The purpose of GAAD is to get everyone talking, thinking, and learning about digital access and inclusion, and the more than one billion people with disabilities and impairments.
Here are six ways we can celebrate GAAD:
↳ Embrace Accessibility with Assistive Tech: Start by exploring the amazing world of assistive technology, designed to make life easier for people with disabilities. Discover how tools like screen readers, Braille displays, and other devices transform digital spaces into inclusive environments everyone can enjoy.
↳ Host an Inclusive Digital Talk: Invite your friends or colleagues (virtually or in person) to discuss ways to make the digital world more accessible. Share tips, tricks, and personal experiences. Think of it as a gathering where everyone learns something valuable about digital inclusivity.
↳ Check Your Website’s Accessibility: Is your website user-friendly for everyone? Use tools to check if your pages have enough color contrast and accessible features. It’s like giving your site a makeover to ensure it’s welcoming for all users.
↳ Describe Your Content: Whether posting a photo on social media or showcasing your latest project, include detailed descriptions. This practice helps everyone, including those who are blind or visually impaired, to enjoy and understand your content.
↳ Capitalize Your Hashtags: Simple yet effective, capitalizing each word in your hashtags (#DoMarketingRight) makes them easier to read for people with visual impairments and ensures screen readers pronounce them correctly.
↳ Caption Your Videos: Enhance your videos by adding open and/or closed captions, so that everyone, including those who are deaf or hard of hearing, can enjoy and understand the full story.
Celebrating Global Accessibility Awareness Day is about more than just doing good; it’s about being creative and having fun while making the digital world accessible for everyone. Let’s get started and chat with us at dozanü innovations to ensure your marketing is done right!
