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Samantha Merrett, Senior Accessibility Specialist, Ministry of Justice

Unlocking Accessibility: Information Architects share their approach to digital accessibility and design with people with disabilities

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A user-centred design team playing ‘empathy balloons’, a simple, cheap and engaging game to build empathy for people with diverse needs, especially those experiencing issues with cognition and/or dexterity.

We asked information architects for advice on prioritising accessibility, educating teams, avoiding pitfalls, and using tools to ensure accessible information architecture.

Unlocking Accessibility: Frontend developers discuss semantic HTML and accessible code

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We asked frontend developers about the importance of semantic HTML, how they ensure code is accessible from the start of a project, and how they make dynamic content accessible.

Unlocking Accessibility: Key misconceptions, common issues, and tools used by Accessibility Specialists

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A room filled with various devices and assistive technology on display. Accessibility posters are visible on the walls, showcasing information and resources. The devices include a mix of tools designed to support accessibility needs.

We asked accessibility specialists about what are the key misconceptions and common issues they encounter in accessibility, and what tools they use during audits.

Unlocking Accessibility: User researchers share their approach to digital accessibility and recruiting people with disabilities

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A collection of post-it notes on a table, with a question 'What stops you blogging?' written on a piece of paper behind the notes.

We asked user researchers about their role in making digital services accessible, recruiting people with access needs, and sharing best practices for integrating accessibility into the user research process.

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