DigitalA11Y Empaneled as Web Accessibility Auditors with the Government of India

DigitalA11Y Empaneled as Web Accessibility Auditors with the Government of India

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A New Milestone in Digital Accessibility We are thrilled to announce that DigitalA11Y has been empaneled as accessibility auditors in digital and web accessibility with the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), Ministry of Social Justice. This is an exciting moment for us, as we have been working tirelessly on digital accessibility projects…

How India is Strengthening Digital Accessibility Through Legal Mandates
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How India is Strengthening Digital Accessibility Through Legal Mandates

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Understanding the Digital Accessibility Landscape in India According to the 2011 Census (yes, it was conducted that long ago), about 26.8 million people, or 2.21% of the Indian population, are estimated to be disabled. These disabilities range from mental illnesses to physical, intellectual, and sensory impairments. Despite such a significant portion of the population requiring…