Communications
Here are some important areas to explore to develop more accessible communications. Select the different categories to learn best practices and helpful tips.
Best Practices
Plain Language
Plain language is a way of speaking and writing that is easy to understand.
Type Settings
Typographic choices are vital to ensuring communications are visually pleasing and easy to read.
Color
It is important to understand that audience members may experience color blindness and/or visual impairment.
Figures (Pictures, Charts/Graphics, and Icons)
Figures (pictures, charts/graphics, and icons) are commonly used to help explain your message, but these elements must contain alt text and captions.
Printed Materials
Before sending artwork files out to be printed, it is important to understand that the format and material you choose can impact the accessibility of your final product.
Events and Presentations
Public events and public presentations often draw large audiences, either during the event itself or after when it is shared or posted publicly.
Videos and Captions
State entities frequently produce videos as a way to communicate with the public and consumers of their services.
Contracting and Procurement
All communications that are developed by contracted vendors must follow the best practices outlined above and meet accessibility requirements of Section 504 Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (508 Compliance).
Social Media Content
Learn how to make social media content more inclusive and accessible.