NNELSToday is Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD)!
At NNELS, we believe that reading is for everyone and work to provide titles in alternate formats to people across Canada with print disabilities, through public libraries. From the simultaneous release of books in both mainstream and accessible formats to requesting titles for our collection, we ensure equal access to the books you want to read.
Explore NNELS to learn more: https://nnels.ca
Typically, books are published in conventional formats first and then converted to accessible formats, which delays the publication date for the approximately 12.5% of individuals with print disabilities in Canada who want to read them. NNELS is thankful for Penguin Random House Canada and their authors, who prioritize accessibility and access for all.
It's Freedom to Read Week! This week, we celebrate the power of reading and the importance of diverse voices. Explore stories that have been challenged or banned around the world in accessible formats, and discover why these voices matter: https://nnels.ca/relations/banned-books
For more information about Freedom to Read Week, visit: https://www.freedomtoread.ca/
NNELS is hiring! The National Network for Equitable Library Service has several exciting employment opportunities. All positions will be open until filled and have an anticipated start date of March/April 2025.
For more information, visit the NNELS job posting page: https://nnels.ca/job-postings
Job Postings | National Network for Equitable Library Service (NNELS)
Current Openings NNELS Accessibility Experts (Multiple Positions) We're looking for multiple applicants for NNELS Accessibility Experts positions who will be responsible for creating resources focusing on the awareness, acquisition, and use of alternate format reading materials using assistive technologies and participating in webinars. Open: Until filled
ALLi Blog (unofficial)Self-Publishing News: Preparation for the Accessibility Act Underway for Ebook Producers (and the Digital Services Act is Here) https://selfpublishingadvice.org/self-publishing-news-accessibility-digital-services-act/ #EuropeanUnionebooks #DigitalServicesAct #accessibleformats #AccessibilityAct #advertisingbooks #News
Self-Publishing News: Preparation for the Accessibility Act Underway for Ebook Producers (and the Digital Services Act is Here)
The Digital Services act is aimed at “very large online platforms.” The European Accessibility Act comes into force at the end of June 2025.