In a move to make global standards more accessible, Standards Australia has officially embraced the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standard. This means Australians can now get the Australian Standard version, which is the same…
Centre for Accessibility Australia (CFA Australia) and Advocacy WA, (Supported by the Department of Communities WA), will host a Business Accessibility Day at the Mantra Bunbury Lighthouse.
This engaging event will bring together local businesses…
Inclusion Matters! Digital Accessibility in the Workplace – Mandurah Workshop 1
Tuesday, 7th May 2024 | 9:30am – 12:30pm AWST
Mandurah Offshore Fishing and Sailing Club, 115 Breakwater Parade, Mandurah, Western Australia, 6210
The Centre for…
For many gamers, navigating virtual worlds is as simple as grabbing a controller or mouse. But for individuals with disability, traditional input methods can pose significant challenges. Enter MotionInput, a new software developed by Professor…
The Centre for Accessibility Australia hosted a free workshop, “Beyond Compliance: Digital Accessibility in the Workplace – York,” on April 23, 2024. Local attendees learned about practical accessibility techniques, WCAG standards, and legal compliance.
Supported by…
In a significant move to bolster accessibility standards within television and on-demand services, Ofcom has recently updated its Access Services Code and Best Practice Guidelines. These initiatives reflect Ofcom’s dedication to ensuring equitable…
Northwestern University’s Technological Innovations for Inclusive Learning and Teaching Lab (TIILT) is pioneering initiatives to develop education for marginalized students. Led by computer science and learning sciences Professor Marcelo Worsley, TIILT harnesses the power…
JBL, in collaboration with nonprofit AbleGamers and Harman, has unveiled software tailored to assist gamers who are blind or with low vision to engage more fully in the world of first-person shooter (FPS) games…
Researchers at the University of Washington in Seattle have developed AI-assisted headphones with real-time sound filtering capabilities. The technology, dubbed “semantic hearing,” aims to address sensory conditions such as Misophonia by allowing users…
Brave, the privacy-focused browser, has expanded its AI assistant, Leo, to iPhone and iPad users, following its previous launch on Android and desktop platforms. Leo offers a range of capabilities including answering questions, summarising…