IAAP Certification Reminder: New BoK for WAS A new Body of Knowledge (BoK) is available on our website and will be the basis for 2025 March/April WAS Exam.  Access More WAS BoK Info: #ProfessionalCertification #IAAP

Reading Signs: New Method Improves AI Translation of Sign Language A team of researchers from Osaka Metropolitan University have developed a new method that significantly improves the accuracy of translating sign language into written words. Learn more:

IAAP Membership Drop-In Sessions: Join Us Tomorrow February 11th! Sign up now to make the most of your IAAP membership: #IAAP #Membership

The Quest to Create the Most Accessible Museum in the World The Dot Experience will be the completely redesigned and expanded museum of the American Printing House for the Blind (APH) in Louisville, Kentucky. Learn more:

Game-changing Wheelchair-accessible Vehicle Rental Service at All Major UK Airports Open Road Access has launched a “revolutionary” wheelchair-accessible vehicle (WAV) rental service from all major UK airports. Learn more about this service here:

The PDF Association recently announced its initial release of Techniques for Accessible PDF to help software developers, document authors, and remediators create accessible PDF files that better meet the needs of users with disabilities. More:

Upcoming IAAP Subject Matter Expert Webinar  Game Design that Makes a Difference: A11y Game Design Join us live for this free webinar on 13 February 2025 | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM ET  Register here: #AccessibleGaming #A11Y

Revolutionizing Accessibility: The Rise of Assistive Technology in India and Beyond Learn more about the growth of Assistive Technology in India and its impact on PwDs, and explore the future of this rapidly evolving field: #AssistiveTechnology #IAAP

IAAP Professional Education Series Webinar: Built Environments Clearing Our Path, a Comprehensive Set of Guidelines on Accessible Public Spaces for People Who Are Blind 11 February 2025, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST Speaker: Lui Greco, CNIB Register:

Portland Trail Blazers Make Games More Accessible  The Portland Trail Blazers have partnered with Ticketmaster and OneCourt to become the first professional sports team to offer OneCourt’s haptic display technology. More: #InclusiveSports #A11Y

IAAP offers a range of events designed to enhance your expertise and connect you with industry leaders. While we may not host all events directly, our comprehensive event calendar has all the details you need. Explore full event calendar:  #IAAP #A11Y

How to Prioritize Accessibility in 2025 Digital Marketing With challenges such as varying compliance laws and maintaining accessibility across platforms, experts share how accessibility must be embedded into company culture. full article: #A11Y

By June 2025, the European Union’s Accessibility Act (EAA) will be in full effect, and U.S. companies doing business in Europe or serving European customers online must be ready, or risk hefty fines and losing market share.   Learn more: #Accessibility

IAAP Professional Education Webinar Series Registration Open! We have an exciting lineup of subject matter experts and digital accessibility topics for our 2025 Professional Education Webinar Series. Learn More and Register: #ProfessionalEducation #A11Y

The Australian government has unveiled its first-ever national autism strategy, aiming to improve the lives of autistic Australians over the next seven years. Learn more about what this strategy means: #Autism #Inclusion #Disability

Upcoming Accessibility for Microsoft Word Training Session This session from Chax accessibility training builds upon the basic skills of Microsoft Word users to expand their knowledge in creating accessible MS Word documents. Access Session Here:

RT @IAAP_Nordic: What's is on the agenda for IAAP Nordic during 2025? What benefits are most valuable for organisational members? Listen, b…

RT @IAAP_EU: In the interview, Tine Persson shares her thoughts on the combination of technical and 'human-centred' knowledge of accessibil…

IAAP Member in the News | Barbora Blažek Barbora Blažek is now the 7th official holder of the CPACC certificate from the IAAP - International Association of Accessibility Professionals in the Czech Republic!  Congratulate Barbora: #IAAP #Certification

Beth McKelvie, a disability rights advocate from South Lebanon, has been actively working to improve accessibility in her community, partnering with local businesses and schools to eliminate barriers for people with disabilities. Learn more: #ADA #A11Y