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  • Take the "Put your mouse down" challenge Issue #6 • 04 June 2024 Hi Reader. A few weeks ago, I learned a fantastic accessibility advocacy technique from Jill Power, who leads the accessibility program at Pegasystems. It's a really simple empathy-building game called the "Put your mouse down" challenge. If you try it, I'll send you a free gift. Here's all you need to do. Put your mouse aside and complete the following task using only your computer keyboard. Start a reply to this email and add the text "Put your mouse down challenge"...Read more
  • Are you ready for Global Accessibility Awareness Day? A green sign with the universal symbol of accessibility of a person in a wheelchair and a big checkmark hangs on a brick wall Issue #5 • 07 May 2024 Hi Reader. Next Thursday, May 16, is the 13th annual Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD), and there are so many ways to celebrate and get talking, thinking, and learning about digital access and inclusion. Use the resources below to pick one or two that are right for you. Upcoming events Speaking at the next WordPress Accessibility Meetup on May 20 I'm thrilled to be the next featured speaker at the WordPress Accessibility Meetup on Monday, May 20 at 7 PM CT / 8...Read more
  • Blind tech is everywhere. You're using it right now. Issue #4 • 02 April 2024 Hey Reader. There's a lot to talk about in this month's Pedalpointer. From the just-released Accessible Writing Checklist, to upcoming speaking and teaching engagements, to some great new digital accessibility blog posts, articles, and resources, this issue is packed with good stuff. So let's get right to it. Brand new resource Get the new Accessible Writing Checklist - free Download your free copy of this new resource packed with more than 20 accessible writing and...Read more
  • Disability is part of everyone's story, and that's a good thing! Issue #3 • 05 March 2024 Hi Reader. This month, the Pedalpointer features several resources to expand your perspective on disability. Also, check out some of the top sessions from axe-con 2024, the best free online digital accessibility conference of the year. There are some exciting learning opportunities in the works at Pedal Point Solutions. This spring, I'll be teaching a digital accessibility fundamentals class, and i love it if you joined me. Watch this space for details. Recent...Read more
  • How to find time to write accessible content A set of three adjacent red doors, each closed and labeled "HERE" Issue #2 • 06 February 2024 Hey there, Reader. This month's Pedalpointer tackles one of your most frequently asked questions. If you write stuff, check out the first article to find the time to make it accessible. We also explore some penetrating questions posed by Andrew Leland's wonderful book The Country of the Blind. And much more. Recent articles How to Find Time to Write Accessible Web Content Adding these simple steps to your workflow can quickly improve the accessibility of your...Read more
  • Welcome to the Pedalpointer Newsletter! Happy New Year 2024! Introducing the Pedal Point Blog The inaugural edition of the Pedalpointer Newsletter, a roundup of the most recent articles on the Pedal Point Solutions blog.Read more