February 2014 — The Global Initiative for Inclusive Information and Communications Technology (G3ICT) and Disabled Persons International have released the third edition of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities ICT Accessibility Progress Report. The latest version of the report highlights that digital accessibility is expanding beyond “greater use of technologies by persons with disabilities” to focus on incorporating accessibility within ICT-based policies and practices. However, despite “advances of the broad CRPD legislative agenda,” many countries have neglected to involve disability organizations in policy development and have failed to implement mandatory digital accessibility training programs for future professionals. In highlighting progress the report provides foundational knowledge for CRPD ratifying countries to address any gaps and opportunities in ensuring ICT accessibility in their own countries.
ICT Accessibility Progress Report
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