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Digital Accessibility

Power of the Pack: Digital Accessibility Starts with Us

On April 24, 2024, the Department of Justice (DOJ) published a new rule on digital accessibility under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This rule requires the University’s web content, including academic course content, to be accessible starting on April 24, 2026.

About the Rule

Why Digital Accessibility is Important

Digital accessibility means that websites, applications, and other digital content are designed, developed, and written to be accessible and usable. Making digital content accessible is essential for people with disabilities, helpful for everyone, and supports UW values by fostering a diverse and inclusive community.

Accessibility Basics

Make your websites, documents, posts, and videos accessible with helpful guidance and strategies.

Accessibility Basics

Training

Grow your accessibility expertise with courses and webinars.

Training

Tools

Use shared tools to help improve the accessibility of your web site and course content.

Tools

Help and Support

Connect with people at UW who provide digital accessibility support and consultation.

Help and Support

Policies, Standards, and Guidelines

Read the policies, standards, and guidelines that shape our digital accessibility work.

Policies, Standards, and Guidelines

ADA Digital Accessibility Initiative

Learn how UW is working to make our content accessible and comply with Department of Justice regulations by April 2026 and beyond.

ADA Digital Accessibility Initiative