Microassist's Accessibility in the News

Microassist's Accessibility in the News is a widely read, free weekly newsletter curated by Jack McElaney. Newsletter sections include a compilation of accessibility articles and blogs, a list of accessibility conferences and training, accessibility job announcements, and a listing of accessibility resource pages.

Featured by Wall Street Journal, its sole purpose is to educate people interested or involved in accessibility related to the Americans with Disabilities Act Title I, II, or III, and Sections 504 and 508 of the U.S. Rehabilitation Act. It also covers numerous international topics from all over the world.

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People With Disabilities Get Left Behind As The Global Pandemic Rages On

By Jack McElaney | April 10, 2020 | | 0

Accessibility in the News — 4/10/2020. NOTE: To get news like this every week in your inbox, before it hits our website, subscribe to our Accessibility in the News e-newsletter. There are no ads or graphics, and we never send spam. Just use the sign-up form on this page to subscribe and stay up to date! Skip to National News (U.S.) | Skip to International News More Accessibility Resources on[…]

Coronavirus Forces Many Companies and Universities to Come Up With Web Accessibility Solutions

By Jack McElaney | April 3, 2020 | | 0

Accessibility in the News — 4/3/2020. NOTE: To get news like this every week in your inbox, before it hits our website, subscribe to our Accessibility in the News e-newsletter. There are no ads or graphics, and we never send spam. Just use the sign-up form on this page to subscribe and stay up to date! Feature Story Skip to National News (U.S.) | Skip to International News More Accessibility[…]

Department of Justice and Department of Education Weigh in On Covid-19 Accessibility Measures

By Jack McElaney | March 27, 2020 | | 0

Accessibility in the News — 3/27/2020. NOTE: To get news like this every week in your inbox, before it hits our website, subscribe to our Accessibility in the News e-newsletter. There are no ads or graphics, and we never send spam. Just use the sign-up form on this page to subscribe and stay up to date! Feature Story Skip to National News (U.S.) | Skip to International News More Accessibility[…]

Is Accessibility Being Left Behind During Coronavirus Outbreak?

By Jack McElaney | March 20, 2020 | | 0

Accessibility in the News — 3/20/2020. NOTE: To get news like this every week in your inbox, before it hits our website, subscribe to our Accessibility in the News e-newsletter. There are no ads or graphics, and we never send spam. Just use the sign-up form on this page to subscribe and stay up to date! Feature Story Skip to National News (U.S.) | Skip to International News More Accessibility[…]

Coronavirus Closes College Campuses: Will Online Classes Be Accessible Enough?

By Jack McElaney | March 13, 2020 | | 0

Accessibility in the News — 3/13/2020. NOTE: To get news like this every week in your inbox, before it hits our website, subscribe to our Accessibility in the News e-newsletter. There are no ads or graphics, and we never send spam. Just use the sign-up form on this page to subscribe and stay up to date! Feature Story Skip to National News (U.S.) | Skip to International News More Accessibility[…]

Web Accessibility Lawsuits Show No Sign of Slowing in 2020

By Jack McElaney | March 6, 2020 | | 1

Accessibility in the News — 3/6/2020. NOTE: To get news like this every week in your inbox, before it hits our website, subscribe to our Accessibility in the News e-newsletter. There are no ads or graphics, and we never send spam. Just use the sign-up form on this page to subscribe and stay up to date! Feature Story Skip to National News (U.S.) | Skip to International News More Accessibility[…]

Mardi Gras Festivities See Increased Accessibility and Inclusion

By Jack McElaney | February 28, 2020 | | 0

Accessibility in the News — 2/28/2020. NOTE: To get news like this every week in your inbox, before it hits our website, subscribe to our Accessibility in the News e-newsletter. There are no ads or graphics, and we never send spam. Just use the sign-up form on this page to subscribe and stay up to date! Feature Story Skip to National News (U.S.) | Skip to International News More Accessibility[…]

MIT Settles Closed Caption Suit, Makes Online Learning Resources Accessible

By Jack McElaney | February 21, 2020 | | 1

Accessibility in the News — 2/21/2020. NOTE: To get news like this every week in your inbox, before it hits our website, subscribe to our Accessibility in the News e-newsletter. There are no ads or graphics, and we never send spam. Just use the sign-up form on this page to subscribe and stay up to date! Feature Story Skip to National News (U.S.) | Skip to International News More Accessibility[…]

Accessibility in Transportation: What Changes Can We Expect in 2020?

By Jack McElaney | February 14, 2020 | | 0

Accessibility in the News — 2/14/2020 NOTE: To get news like this every week in your inbox, before it hits our website, subscribe to our Accessibility in the News e-newsletter. There are no ads or graphics, and we never send spam. Just use the sign-up form on this page to subscribe and stay up to date! Feature Story Skip to National News (U.S.) | Skip to International News More Accessibility[…]

Iowa Caucus Accessibility Falls Flat For Voters With Disabilities

By Jack McElaney | February 7, 2020 | | 0

Accessibility in the News — 2/7/2020. NOTE: To get news like this every week in your inbox, before it hits our website, subscribe to our Accessibility in the News e-newsletter. There are no ads or graphics, and we never send spam. Just use the sign-up form on this page to subscribe and stay up to date! Feature Story Skip to National News (U.S.) | Skip to International News More Accessibility[…]