USWDS
USWDS Monthly Call - May 2023
Thursday, May 18, 2023 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET
Hosted by Digital.gov and the U.S. Web Design System
Join us as we observe Global Accessibility Awareness Day and talk about the real-world experience of blind users on the web.
In this session, we’ll:
- Learn from the real-life experience of blind users of screen readers.
- Understand the most common frustrations blind users have with their experience of the web.
- Dig into some of the differences between manual testing and real-world use.
- Discuss design system goals for including accessibility in future monthly calls.
This event is best suited for: Designers and developers of all levels, leadership
Speakers
- Dan Williams - Product Lead, USWDS
- Amy Cole - Accessibility Specialist, USWDS
- Eric Yarberry - President & CEO, World Services for the Blind
Join our Communities of Practice
Resources
- Accessibility resources — Digital.gov
- Accessibility: Usability for every ability — USWDS
- Create Accessible Digital Products — Section508.gov
- Find your federal agency’s Section 508 Program Manager
- How to Test Websites for Accessibility (with video)
- Accessible Digital Content: Tips and Tricks (Digital.gov video playlist)
- Accessibility for Teams
This event is part of a monthly series that takes place on the third Thursday of each month. Don’t forget to set a placeholder on your personal calendar for our future events this year.
About the USWDS
The U.S. Web Design System is a toolkit of principles, guidance, and code to help government teams design and build accessible, mobile-friendly websites backed by user research and modern best practices.
