In support of accessibility at UW–Madison, The Digital Accessibility Program in the Center for User Experience supports University of Wisconsin–Madison in creating an accessible, usable and inclusive learning and working environment for all students, faculty, staff, alumni and partners of the university. The Digital Accessibility Program provides several services to the University community, including learning and training resources, accessibility evaluation and procurement support, as well as digital accessibility consulting. For more information on physical and digital accessibility at UW–Madison go to the Accessibility@UW–Madison website.
Why is accessibility important?
It’s the right thing to do
The web is all about providing access, information, and opportunity to as many people as possible. It is only right that the University community fosters inclusivity, and works to ensure that all can participate.
It’s our policy
UW-Madison approved the new Digital Accessibility Policy in November 2021 to update the Web Accessibility Policy established in 2001. The UW-Madison Digital Accessibility Policy requires compliance with the Federal Rehabilitation Act’s Section 508, and looks to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0 for guidance in meeting campus accessibility commitments. The new policy goes into effect on July 1, 2023. Until the Digital Accessibility Policy goes into effect, continue to follow the Web Accessibility Policy.
Learn more about the new policy in the How to follow the new Digital Accessibility Policy guide.
Learn about Digital Accessibility
Training
These trainings, offered synchronously and asynchronously, are available to students, faculty, and staff at UW–Madison.
Guides
Learn how to create accessible digital content, plan accessible virtual events, develop accessible websites, and more.
Services for Digital Accessibility
Accessibility evaluation
The Digital Accessibility Program provides accessibility evaluation and consulting for university content or vendor products that are current contracts or are in a formal agreement with the University of Wisconsin–Madison.
Procurement and purchasing
The Digital Accessibility Program provides accessibility evaluation of vendor products being considered for procurement by the university.
Consulting
The Digital Accessibility Program provides free consulting services for UW–Madison students, faculty, and staff in support areas such as disability and ableism awareness, digital accessibility prioritization, strategy, and content creation.
Training
The Digital Accessibility Program provides accessibility training as resources are available to students, faculty, and staff at UW–Madison. The UW–Madison Digital Accessibility Program is always releasing new training opportunities and uses information collected by training requesters to prioritize training availability.
Get help with accessibility
Resources to get assistance with accessibility at UW-Madison.