Celebrate #GAAD2024 With Acquia
May 16th, 2024 is Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD)! We’re shining a light on digital inclusivity throughout the whole month of May.
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Acquia’s Accessibility Statement
Acquia is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities, and we will continue to make changes to improve organization-wide digital experiences for everyone.
Join Acquia’s #GAAD2024 Activities
#GAAD2024 might be May 16th, but we’re doing stuff throughout the entirety of Accessibility Awareness Month. Here’s what we have in store for you.
Sign Language Emojis
Respond to your colleagues via Social or Slack in American Sign Language with our bespoke set of emojis. Be a part of making inclusive communication the norm.
Awesome
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Thanks
![Emoji that is using sign language to say "Thanks"](/sites/default/files/media/image/2024-04/SIGN_EMOJIS_THANKS.gif)
Acquia Social: 31 Days of Accessibility
We’re bringing you unique accessibility facts on social media every day in May. Look out for those on our social channels to learn, discuss, and share.
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93% of respondents say that it is important that the brands they engage with prioritize accessibility in their digital experiences.
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1 Billion
People across the world live with a disability
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Angles on Accessibility: Tried, True, and New
Meryl Evans, a digital accessibility and inclusion pioneer, speaks about educating organizations on the importance of these topics. Started by her own accessibility journey, she’s gone on to speak on the TED stage, at SXSW, and be quoted across The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and as one of LinkedIn’s Top Voices.
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An Accessible Vision With Cyber-Duck
Centered around digital transformation and user-centered design, Cyber-Duck's end-game is building a truly inclusive web that's accessible by all users. Diversity and Accessibility Lead, Yahye Siyad, shares how they’re making accessible digital experiences easier to create.
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ADA Zoom Backgrounds
Ditch the backdrop blur and champion Accessibility Awareness Month in your Zoom meetings with some fresh backgrounds.