National Website Accessibility Consulting Services
With the recent explosion of litigation for websites that present barriers to access, it is becoming more important every day for organizations to conduct a deep dive audit on their website to ensure Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 508 compliance Once that audit is complete, working with quality website accessibility consulting services is […]
4 Things to Know About Communication Through Sign Language
Nearly half a million people use American Sign Language (ASL) every day to communicate. This visual language was not created by a committee but evolved naturally, just as other languages do. Communication through sign language is critical for individuals in the Deaf community who may not have other ways to easily communicate. When working with […]
508 Compliance Standards for Government Technology
Government websites are not exempt from meeting Section 508 standards for website accessibility. In fact, it is even more essential for these organizations to provide accessibility since the nature of the information they provide is often of the utmost importance. Agencies that do not adhere to Section 508 compliance standards for government websites may be […]
What Federal Contractors Need to Know About Employee Accommodations
Employing someone with disabilities can have a positive impact on your business. They often bring in a new and different perspective that can help the company improve the way that it does business. Additionally, for companies that are interested in federal contracting, it can help them secure work. When you hire someone with a disability, […]
How Section 508 Compliance Services Can Help Your Federal Agency
The internet and its associated technology has been part of everyday life for decades now. As it began infiltrating every part of our lives from work to personal, the need for accessible websites and technology became increasingly clear. People who are Deaf, blind, or have other physical limitations or learning impairments need to be able […]
What to Know if Sections 504 and 508 of the ADA Apply to Your Business
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) helps protect people with diversabilities (diverse abilities). Its primary job is to increase accessibility and inclusion for people with disabilities. Two sections of the ADA, 504 and 508, apply specifically to federal departments and agencies, meaning private sector businesses and businesses that receive federal funding are exempt from these […]
All About the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
July 26th marks the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), signed into law by President George H.W. Bush in 1990. According to ADA.gov, the act “prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in employment, state and local government, public accommodations, commercial facilities, transportation, and telecommunications.” The ADA was a huge step forward […]
Encouraging Self-Identification of Diversability for Your Employees
Introduction The Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Program (OFCCP) recently released an updated version of the SF-256 (Self-Identification of Disability) form. Federal contractors are required to implement the new form by August 4, 2020, which will be valid through March 31, 2023. The SF-256 is a good tracking tool for government contractors […]
Understanding What Reasonable Accommodation Means
Introduction Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, all employees have a right to reasonable accommodations to do their jobs. While this act empowers people with disabilities to be successful and even excel in the workplace, the term “reasonable accommodation” is vague. Simply put, a reasonable accommodation is a change or addition to a typical process […]
Building Resources for Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind Persons
This summer, Applied Development staff attended two conferences that focused on building resources for Deaf, hard of hearing, and DeafBlind people. The joint ADARA (American Deafness and Rehabilitation Association) and AMPHL (Association of Medical Professionals with Hearing Losses) Conference held in Baltimore focused on bringing together professionals from across disciplines to address common barriers by […]