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#127 – Rian Rietveld on Understanding the European Accessibility Act and Its Impact on Websites

Jul 10, 2024
34:42
On the podcast today we have Rian Rietveld, a specialist in the accessibility field. We discuss the European Accessibility Act (EAA) which mandates that public service websites and products must be accessible by June 28, 2025. Key topics include practical steps for ensuring accessibility, the importance of training and constant monitoring, and the economic benefits of accessible websites. Rian emphasises the moral obligation of inclusivity and the need for an accessibility statement. Exemptions for small companies are also noted during our chat. If you’re interested in understanding the implications of the European Accessibility Act and how to make your websites more inclusive, this episode is for you.

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