Want an argument for accessibility?
Uber-cool Glenda Watson Hyatt, aka the Left Thumb Blogger, shares her perspective on how WordPress has improved her ability to communicate effectively on the internets.
Whether you are 100% able-bodied or not, accessibility is important. Because no matter who you are, the future is coming. Some day many of us may have devices assisting us, whether we need them or not, and completely removing all barriers between humans and machines will be an important first step in enabling us to proliferate on the digital grid – on a truly level playing field.
I’ve committed to making my upcoming theme be as accessible as possible. You should too, especially if you want to meet the Future head-on. Keeping all variants of humanity and machinery in mind when designing user interfaces of any kind will be important there.
2 replies on “Accessibility rules!”
Jeremy, thanks for mentioning my video and for highlighting the importance of web accessibility. Accessible websites benefit able-bodied people too, as well as search engine optimization!
It sure does, Glenda! I guess i should care more about SEO, since ultimately, it can better enable people to find useful information – but the benefits to all of humankind are definitely important to us all, whether we realize it or not. The internet is about enablement and empowerment for all; it’s the ultimate tool of democracy and freedom.