University of Wisconsin–Madison

Accessible Technology Advisory Group (ATAG)

A representative group of faculty and staff working to raise employee capacity to support digital accessibility at UW–‍Madison.

Strategic goals

Learning objectives

Help raise awareness of, and build capacity for, digital accessibility on campus.

Be a voice

Inform strategic decisions by collecting data and synthesizing areas of need for accessibility support.

Strategic guidance

Provide guidance and influence digital accessibility strategic priorities for the university.

Questions?

Co-chairs

Al Nemec – Digital Accessibility Program Manager, Center for User Experience

Jessie Nemec – Senior Web Developer, General Library System

Law & policy

UW Digital Accessibility Policy

All new or revised web pages and other web resources published, hosted or otherwise provided by the university must be in compliance with the standards defined in the federal Rehabilitation Act Section 508 per UW’s web accessibility procedures.

Wisconsin accessibility laws

The state of Wisconsin is committed to making our websites and web applications accessible to all users, including people with disabilities. Sites must meet Section 508 of the U.S. Rehabilitation Act.

Learn accessibility skills

Make it accessible guide

Get answers to your questions and find resources for ensuring accessible IT for all.

KnowledgeBase resources

Browse digital accessibility guidance and resources.

 

Purchasing accessible technology guide

Learn how to purchase accessible technology at UW–‍Madison.

Ways to get help

Learn how to get help with accessibility issues.

 

Resources & services

Accessibility evaluation

Request an accessibility evaluation of your digital content by the Center for User Experience.

McBurney Disability Resource Center

Develops accommodation plans for eligible students with disabilities.