ACB Focus: Advocacy

20230624 1130 Overcoming common pitfalls and Tools to assist in Finding Gaps in Web Accessibility Originally Broadcasted June 24, 2023, on ACB Media 3   This session defined common pitfalls seen on the web when using a screen reader with potential solutions, made sense of web accessibility problems from an end-user perspective, reviewed free tools … Read more

20230623 1130 Identifying Web Accessibility Standards, Principles and Guidelines Originally Broadcasted June 23, 2023, on ACB Media 3   An introduction to WCAG – What is it? Define the basics of WCAG principles (P.O.U.R) Define common web accessibility gaps on web sites and how to identify them How do we speak to developers and companies … Read more

20230622 1430 What is Advocacy Originally Broadcasted June 22, 2023, on ACB Media 4   Participants joined us to define advocacy. We shared all the different ways that you can advocate. Listeners heard from each of our panelists for the next two sessions as they shared one tip for you.   Edited By:  Darcy Burnard … Read more

20230622 1130 The CVTA Explained Originally Broadcasted June 22, 2023, on ACB Media 2   The Communications, Video, and Technology Accessibility Act (CVTA) would update existing regulations to ensure better and easier access to a variety of technology for people. who are blind, low vision, or Deaf-Blind. Panelists discussed the writing of the bill and … Read more

20230622 1130 Web Accessibility, Defining the Problem Originally Broadcasted June 22, 2023, on ACB Media 4   What is web accessibility and why is it important? Attendees shared real-life testimonies of the lack of accessibility and the impact on people’s lives. What has ACB done for web accessibility and why are we truly here? Understanding … Read more

20220706 Making Sense of the Census Originally Aired July 6, 2022, on ACB Media           It is a once-in-a-decade event! The 1950 Census is here, and it includes cousins, neighbors, aunts and uncles, grandparents – even family friends! They are all waiting to be discovered, and many will be people you know. Every ten … Read more

20220704 Unravelling Advocacy for Vision Rehabilitation Services Originally Aired July 4, 2022, on ACB Media Attendees explored innovative advocacy efforts wherein states can obtain funding under the Medicaid "Older Individuals who are Blind" program. This program provides an array of vision rehabilitation services; however, funding is extremely limited. Participants learned how to utilize the Older … Read more

20220703 A Conversation with the World Blind Union CEO, Marc Workman Originally Aired July 3, 2022, on ACB Media   Mr. Workman spoke at Sunday morning’s General Session. This was a great opportunity to hear from and talk with him directly in a smaller, more intimate setting. Participants learned about the challenges and opportunities facing … Read more

20220702 Civil Rights Panel Originally Aired July 2, 2022, on ACB Media   We discussed recent achievements, ongoing legal efforts, current risks, and opportunities in the courts concerning issues of importance to members of ACB.   Edited By:  John Gassman   Find out more at https://acb-focus-advocacy.pinecast.co

20220702 Blind Activism and Advocacy Panel Originally Aired July 2, 2022, on ACB Media   Attendees joined ACB Students for our panel on blind activism and advocacy with blind life coach Charlie Kramer and blind video editor, producer, and podcaster Lance Johnson! Participants learned just how beautiful self-advocacy can be. Charlie and Lance will discuss … Read more