Digital Accessibility
What is Digital Accessibility?
Digital
accessibility refers to the practice of designing digital products,
such as websites, applications and documents, so that people with
disabilities can use them effectively. This includes designing
interfaces that can be navigated using assistive technologies like
screen readers, ensuring content is perceivable by those with visual
impairments, providing alternatives for audio and video content, and
making interfaces operable for those with mobility impairments. The goal
of digital accessibility is to ensure that everyone, regardless of
their abilities, can access and use digital content and services.
Digital Accessibility Laws
Accessibility laws and guidelines are essential references for ensuring
that products and services are inclusive and usable by everyone,
including people with disabilities. Key resources such as those noted
below provide detailed criteria for creating accessible digital content.
Review these laws and guidelines to better understand their importance
and how they can be applied to ensure accessibility for all users.Digital Accessibility University Policies
The University of Colorado System digital accessibility policy APS #6011 (opens in PDF) was revised in July, 2024.
The CU Anschutz Medical Campus digital accessibility policy APS #5012A (opens in PDF) was revised in August, 2024.
Digital Accessibility Standards and Guidelines
The CU Anschutz Campus Standards for Digital Accessibility can be accessed by clicking the following document link: CU Anschutz Campus Standards for Digital Accessibility 2024.
Visit our Digital Accessibility Standards and Resources page for guidance on adhering to digital accessibility requirements.
Our Collective Commitment
The university is committed to upholding the principles of Colorado
House Bill 21-1110, ensuring that people with disabilities have equal,
available and reliable access to the university’s services, digital
content and technologies. Our promise extends to all aspects of
accessibility, encompassing both technology and our people. The CU
Anschutz community is collectively responsible for ensuring that the
technologies we choose, use, and create are fully accessible, in
alignment with the requirements of the bill. This commitment underscores
our dedication to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment for
all members of our campus community.
CU Anschutz Digital Accessibility Committee
The campuswide Digital Accessibility Committee leads efforts to ensure compliance with Colorado House Bill 21-1110. This committee is dedicated to collaborating with various cross-campus departments to create an inclusive digital environment across the university. Thank you for partnering with us to ensure digital communications and information technology are accessible to everyone. If you have any questions or need further guidance, please reach out to our campuswide accessibility project team. Committee members noted below:
Executive Sponsors
Roderick Nairn
Academic and Student Affairs
Christopher Smith
Information Strategy and Services
Information Strategy and Services
Committee Leads
Amy Dahlbach
Information Strategy & Services
Jan Gascoigne
Student Affairs
Kimberly Spiering
Legal
Committee Members
Ashley Arens
Project Management
Steven Blackwell
HR, ADA
Lisha Bustos
Digital Learning
Mimi Cohen Dell
IT Communications
Mo Duffie
Business Analysis
Lauren Fontana
Disability, Access, and Inclusion
Kali Karakasidou
IT Accessibility
Nicole Lawrence
Communications
Jennifer Merchant
Communications
Ryan Nisogi
Communications
Chloe Rankin
Change Management
Brian Rocz
HR, L&D
Chris Rodriguez
Web Accessibility
Amisha Singh
SDM - ASAL
Kristin White
Library / Accessibility