Opening Doors Online: The Basics of Web Accessibility, Innovation, and Laws

Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion, Library website basics , policies and procedures

Is your library seriously considering website accessibility but unsure where to begin? As awareness and legal requirements continue to grow, understanding your responsibilities is the essential first step.
 
In this session, we’ll discuss the core guidelines used to evaluate web accessibility in the United States and offer practical first actions you can take right away. You’ll learn about common pitfalls to avoid, how to start building a strong foundation for an inclusive online experience, why commercial accessibility overlays fall short, and how to approach PDFs responsibly and effectively.

Learning Objectives:

• Learn core guidelines to evaluate web accessibility
• Learn how to avoid common pitfalls
• Learn practical actions to start immediately

Presenter:

Laura Solomon, CPACC, MCIW, MLS, is the Library Services Manager at the Ohio Public Library Information Network and a W3C-certified front-end web developer. Her CPACC credential from the International Association of Accessibility Professionals reflects a formal, standards-based expertise in digital accessibility that underpins her work with libraries.

With nearly three decades of experience in web development and design, Laura has worked extensively in both public libraries and as an independent consultant. She is a recognized Library Journal Mover & Shaker and the author of books on social media, content marketing for libraries, and library website design.

Laura is a frequent speaker for public library organizations, where she emphasizes practical, sustainable approaches to accessibility and helps libraries build digital services that are usable by all members of their communities.

7/14/2026

10:00 AM - 11:15 AM Eastern

Setting: Live Virtual
Online via Zoom
UNITED STATES

Who should attend:  Anyone wanting to learn more about web accessibility
Competencies: Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion, Innovation, and Laws

Cost:  FREE to all

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