Digital Accessibility Steering Committee
The Digital Accessibility Steering Committee serves as the lead entity to oversee the State of Vermont Universal Digital Accessibility initiative. The Committee includes team members from Agencies and Departments throughout the Enterprise.
The Committee is responsible for:
- Identifying a Project Point and Accessibility Support Staff for each State Agency/Department.
- Conducting an initial accessibility audit of the State government websites, apps, and digital content.
- Developing and implementing a plan for statewide accessibility efforts, including how to support agency/department-specific remediation efforts.
- Supporting the development of a statewide training program and long-term structure for maintenance.
Steering Committee Goals
The four goals of the Digital Accessibility Steering Committee include:
- To ensure accessible digital platforms and content for all Vermonters.
- To establish a consistent, enterprise-wide expectation and standard for digital accessibility.
- To assist agencies and departments in the process of identifying and remediating non-accessible digital content and platforms.
- To establish a lasting infrastructure, protocols and practices to continue to meet evolving accessibility standards and needs.
Steering Committee Members
Project Manager and Sponsors
Rebecca Kelley, Project Manager and Sponsor
Chief Communications Officer, Chief Communications Office
Erin Robinson, Project Sponsor
Marketing Strategy and Creative Services Manager, Chief Marketing Office
Maggie Wilson, Project Sponsor
Director of Web Services, Agency of Digital Services
Committee Members
Aditeei Lagu
Workforce and Strategic Services Director, Department of Human Resources, Center for Achievement in Public Service
Arielle Landau
Systems Developer II, Agency of Digital Services
Danny McGibney
Administrative and Project Coordinator, Office of Racial Equity
Heather Hicks
Workforce Engagement Specialist, Agency of Human Services
Hope Smith
Director of Workforce Development, Agency of Human Services, Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living
James Meyers
Senior Purchasing Agent, Department of Buildings and General Services
Kate Connizzo
Communications Director, Department of Taxes
Stephanie Brackin
Communications Director, Agency of Natural Resources
Stuart Schurr
Legal Counsel, Agency of Human Services, Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living