Business Accessibility Day: Empowering Inclusive Practices in WA.
1 May 2024
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…
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Inclusion Matters! Free Workshops. Mandurah Workshop 1
30 April 2024
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…
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MotionInput: Touchless Gaming Accessibility Software.
24 April 2024
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…
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Digital Accessibility Workshop a Success in York!
24 April 2024
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…
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Ofcom Enhances Accessibility Guidelines for TV and On-Demand Services.
23 April 2024
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…
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TIILT Lab Pioneers Minecraft-Based Learning for Inclusive Education.
18 April 2024
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…
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JBL Unveils Free Software for Blind Players.
17 April 2024
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…
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AI-Powered Headphones: Filtering Out Sensory Overload.
15 April 2024
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…
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Brave Introduces Voice-Powered AI Assistant 'Leo' on iOS, Enhancing Digital Reach
10 April 2024
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…
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Flight Centre Refuses Blind Passenger Refund in Potential Discrimination and Consumer Law Breaches.
4 April 2024
Written by Dr. Scott Hollier, CEO of Centre for Accessibility Australia.
Buying everyday products online – such as airline tickets – can be a quick and simple process. Customers may have the…
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