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5 Steps to More Accessible Google Docs

Start building inclusive Google Docs for all readers today

Imagine a student opening a Google Docs syllabus with a screen reader. They expect to easily skip from section to section. Instead, they hit a wall of text. Why? Because simply making text bold...

Posted: July 14, 2026, 10:50 AM

A human figure with outstretched arms inside a circle of two curved arrows, suggesting movement. Below the figure are two words: digital accessibility.

5 Tips for Accessible Word Documents

Small changes, big impact for everyone.

Microsoft Word is one of the most common tools used for creating flyers, handouts, syllabi, readings, and assignments. It’s also one of the most common sources of accessibility problems in...

Posted: July 7, 2026, 12:15 PM

A human figure with outstretched arms inside a circle of two curved arrows, suggesting movement. Below the figure are two words: digital accessibility.

3 Tips for Making Your Synchronous Meetings Accessible

Accessible meetings benefit every participant involved.

Let’s enhance meeting productivity for all attendees! Whether you are hosting a departmental meeting, conducting a 1:1 check-in, or moderating a large-scale event,  the organization and execution...

Posted: June 30, 2026, 12:00 PM

A human figure with outstretched arms inside a circle of two curved arrows, suggesting movement. Below the figure are two words: digital accessibility.

5 Tips for Posting Accessible Images & Stories to Social Media

Build social media habits that include everyone.

Social media is one of the most powerful tools departments use to share news, celebrate achievements, and build community. It’s also one of the most consistently inaccessible corners of...

Posted: June 23, 2026, 3:27 PM

A human figure with outstretched arms inside a circle of two curved arrows, suggesting movement. Below the figure are two words: digital accessibility.