Static Websites Might Be Better for Accessibility 👀
Why did Astro perform so well in the latest WebAIM Million accessibility report?
In this clip, the team compares WordPress and Astro, explores the benefits of static HTML, and discusses whether modern static site frameworks may naturally reduce accessibility issues.
Want to hear the full conversation and our take? Watch the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZWPU6dFC3to
Effective today, the theme accessibility-ready guidelines have been updated. The new guidelines more closely adhere to Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) expectations, although it continues to be the case that WCAG does not apply directly to themes; #WCAG is a measurement for content, and themes are only a wrapper for your content. Learn about the new accessibility-ready guidelines.
https://make.wordpress.org/accessibility/2026/05/06/accessibility-ready-requirements-updated/
The State of Web Accessibility in 2026
The latest WebAIM Million report is out. And the numbers are surprising.
In this clip, the team breaks down the 2026 findings, including over 56 million detected accessibility errors and an average of 56 issues per page.
Want to hear the full conversation and our take? Watch the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZWPU6dFC3to
You’ll walk away with a clearer understanding of POUR and how to communicate accessibility in a way that actually resonates with stakeholders.
Last chance to register and join us live—or get the recording.
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/3217746286038/WN_FXp2uT_fSJa6hOv5RA-csg
In this engaging presentation, Nora L. Guy (CPACC) will take you on a storytelling adventure, worthy of Charles Muntz, through the world of digital accessibility. Using the characters and themes of Pixar’s Up to guide the audience, Nora explains her "secret sauce" for helping ensure good UX: empathy-driven storytelling that helps stakeholders understand the very human need for accessibility. Nora will guide participants in understanding the principles of POUR and seeing accessibility not as a box to check off, but as a solid foundation for building a digital home that can soar to new heights. Key outcome: At the end of the presentation, participants will feel empowered as not only UX architects but good stewards of the web. This meetup will be live captioned. Sponsors: Live Captioning + Transcription: Kinsta Organizer and Host: Equalize Digital Accessibility Checker
Happening tomorrow 👀
Join us for the WordPress Accessibility Meetup with Nora L. Guy and explore a different way to think about accessibility—through storytelling, empathy, and real human impact.
📅 May 7
⏰ 10:00 AM CT
If accessibility has ever felt like a checklist, this session will help reframe it into something far more meaningful (and effective).
Find the latest meetup video, recap, and transcript for: Training Support Staff on Accessibility: Donata Stroink-Skillrud.
On Tuesday, April 21st, Donata discussed drafting an internal Accessibility Support Policy, including what the Policy should state and how to communicate it to your staff. In addition, best practices for training your staff to provide accessible support.
Thank you, GoDaddy and Accessibility Checker, for sponsoring this meetup.
https://equalizedigital.com/training-support-staff-on-accessibility-donata-stroink-skillrud/
What if we approached accessibility like we were building something meant for everyone to belong?
Join Nora L. Guy for a WordPress Accessibility Meetup that reimagines accessibility through storytelling, empathy, and the principles of POUR.
📅 May 7 at 10 AM CT
Walk away with a clearer, more human-centered approach to accessibility—and the confidence to advocate for it.
Reserve your spot.
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/3217746286038/WN_FXp2uT_fSJa6hOv5RA-csg
In this engaging presentation, Nora L. Guy (CPACC) will take you on a storytelling adventure, worthy of Charles Muntz, through the world of digital accessibility. Using the characters and themes of Pixar’s Up to guide the audience, Nora explains her "secret sauce" for helping ensure good UX: empathy-driven storytelling that helps stakeholders understand the very human need for accessibility. Nora will guide participants in understanding the principles of POUR and seeing accessibility not as a box to check off, but as a solid foundation for building a digital home that can soar to new heights. Key outcome: At the end of the presentation, participants will feel empowered as not only UX architects but good stewards of the web. This meetup will be live captioned. Sponsors: Live Captioning + Transcription: Kinsta Organizer and Host: Equalize Digital Accessibility Checker
WordPress Use Roles to Reduce Accessibility Risk
In this clip, the team talks about how permissions and publishing roles can reduce risk, create accountability, and make it easier to trace accessibility issues back to their source.
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