Digital Accessibility Resources
Using the POUR Framework
Whether beginning a new project or refreshing an existing web site or app, the POUR framework provides a usability lens that, when the process feels overwhelming, will help you stay focused on what’s really important.
- The POUR principles (Perceivable, Operable, Understandable, Robust) offer a helpful framework for implementing accessibility. Ensuring that users can perceive information, operate the interface, understand the content, and access it reliably across various technologies leads to a more accessible experience.
- WCAG 2.1 Guidelines (POUR principles are fundamental to WCAG)
- WebAIM (Web Accessibility In Mind) (Articles here often explain POUR principles)
Building an Online Accessibility Team
Creating an accessible website and inclusive social media presence requires the collaboration of several experts, each with their own distinct roles and responsibilities. For a detailed overview of the various roles involved, visit the W3C Role-based Resources. Below are some of the key specialist titles and their descriptions:
Project Managers
Marketing Specialists
- The Marketing Guide (W3C Digital Marketing and Accessibility)
- Making Audio and Video Media Accessible (W3C)
User Experience (UX) Designers
- How People with Disabilities Use the Web
- W3C - Tips for Designing for Web Accessibility
- WCAG Starter List for UX Designers (Userfocus Checklist)
Visual (User Interface) or Graphic Designers
- W3C - Tips for Designing for Web Accessibility
- Practical Handbook for Graphic Designers (Web Accessibility Starter Kit for Visual Designers)
Content Creators and Editors
- W3C - Tips for Writing for Web Accessibility
- WCAG Starter List for Content Authors (University of Minnesota Checklist)
Front-End Developers, Engineers, CMS Managers