As UW prepares to meet updated ADA Title II digital accessibility standards by April 26, 2026, the work ahead is both a responsibility and an opportunity to strengthen our commitment to equity and inclusion. While the deadline is an important milestone, the broader goal is ongoing: creating digital spaces where everyone at the University of Washington can learn, work, and engage fully.
To support this work, the Digital Accessibility Initiative team has released a new video highlighting why digital accessibility matters and where to find resources, training, and support.
As Provost Tricia Serio notes in the video, digital accessibility strengthens UW’s collective impact:
“That’s the way we’re going to have the greatest impact in the world—by unleashing the power of all the talent that is the University of Washington.”
From course materials and research data to websites, documents, and services, digital content touches nearly every part of UW life. Improving accessibility means making sure that content works for people with a wide range of abilities, technologies, and ways of interacting with information. By building digital accessibility skills now, we’re not only preparing for federal compliance, we’re preparing for the future.
Free training, resources, and events
To support this work, UW offers free training and resources designed to meet you wherever you are on your learning path—whether you’re just getting started or looking to deepen your skills.
Available options include:
- Self-paced training through LinkedIn Learning and Deque University
- Course accessibility guidance and strategies on the Teaching@UW website
- Checklists and tools on the UW Accessible Technology website to help you apply accessibility best practices right away
- Webinars and workshops focused on practical accessibility topics
- Events and other learning opportunities offered on the Digital Accessibility calendar that foster shared learning across the UW community
These resources are designed to be flexible, practical, and relevant to the real work happening across UW campuses every day.
Watch the video and get started
The Digital Accessibility Initiative video offers a brief introduction to why this work matters and how you can get involved. Watch the video, share it with your colleagues, and explore the training and other resources available to you.
Together, we can build digital spaces that reflect UW’s values and ensure access for all.
Resources
Digital accessibility training options
Build accessible course materials
Tools: web and course accessibility checkers
Accessibility basics: techniques, guides, and checklists
Digital accessibility policies, standards, and guidelines
UW digital accessibility offices and services