ASL
ASL Interpreters: what they do and why they are important
We often share interesting facts and curiosities about the deaf community here on the Hand Talk Blog, and for that reason, we…
Author Archives: Ana Sofia Gala
Commemorative date
International Week of Deaf People: what is it and why celebrate it?
In a world where diversity and inclusion are increasingly taking on the spotlight, it is crucial to recognize and celebrate the unique…
Accessibility
Accessible Digital Content: how to create it and why it matters
In today’s digital age, the internet has become an integral part of our lives. From educational resources to entertainment and e-commerce, digital…
Inclusion
Equality and equity: what is it and how does it actually work?
Unfortunately, there is a lot of segregation and social inequality nowadays. In reality, there always has been, with this characteristic sometimes being…
Accessibility
Automated digital accessibility: is it possible and is it worth it?
We have to agree that the internet plays a fundamental role in our lives, doesn’t it? It connects people, services, and information…
Accessibility
Technology and accessibility professionals: who are they?
Did you know that 27% of America’s population is made up of people with disabilities today? In addition to facing numerous barriers…
Inclusion
Inclusion in the workplace: what is it and why is it important?
The debate over diversity and inclusion in the job market is crucial for today’s corporate world. It is becoming increasingly common to…
Digital Accessibility
Accessibility and Marketing: importance of accessible marketing
The digital age has revolutionized the way we communicate, interact and consume information. With the increasing dependence on the internet, it is…
Accessibility
Accessibility expert: what is it and what does it do for the company?
In our post with 5 amazing tips to get you started investing in accessibility, we talked a bit about how easy it…
Deaf Community
Deaf Activists: meet the people who changed history!
You may not have realized it, but did you know that nearly 5% of the world’s population has some degree of hearing…
Assistive Technology
Accessibility Tools: 7 Best Web Accessibility Testing Tools
In America, there is a significant amount of people facing daily challenges to access information and content available on the web, made…
Accessibility
Accessibility in healthcare: how to improve access to healthcare?
The concept of accessibility is fundamental to our current society. Despite having made many achievements in improving the conditions of our physical…
Accessibility
Accessibility trends for 2023: which are the main ones?
Currently in the United States, over 27% of the population lives with some kind of disability. Often, these individuals still suffer from…
Accessibility
Accessibility and SEO: how does accessibility affect SEO?
In today’s digital age, web accessibility and search engine optimization (SEO) play crucial roles in creating an inclusive and user-friendly online experience.…
Accessibility
AI Accessibility: What Are AI Assistive Technology Examples?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has revolutionized numerous industries, from healthcare to finance, transportation to entertainment. However, one aspect that is often overlooked is…
Accessibility
How to make your website accessible for color blind people
What does it mean to be color blind, after all? According to a broader definition, color blindness consists of a vision disorder…
Assistive Technology
Assistive technologies: what are they and examples
According to Mary Pat Radabaugh, Director of IBM National Support Center for Persons with Disabilities in 1993, technology makes things easier for…
Accessibility
Deaf Accessibility Technology: What Devices do Deaf People Use?
Currently in the United States about 1 in 8 people experience hearing loss in both ears. This means that at least 13%…
Accessibility
Accessibility In UX Design: What Is It & What Are Its Principles
Accessibility is very important to ensure that all people, regardless of their abilities, can interact with the world with autonomy and equality.…
Accessibility
Diversity and accessibility: what is the importance of the harmony between these two concepts?
The concepts of diversity and accessibility are intricately connected, but do you know why? Both diversity and accessibility embrace the same aspect:…
Accessibility
Hand Talk Accessibility Plugin: ASL Translator for Websites
Have you ever wondered what an accessibility plugin does? Or did you want to know if it was possible to make your…
Accessibility
Color Blindness: What Is It, What Are The Causes & Symptoms?
Imagine a world where the sky is not blue, leaves are not green, and traffic lights are not red. For people with…
Accessibility
Dyslexia font: what is it, how does it work & which one is best
Today in the United States about 15% to 20% of the population may have symptoms of dyslexia, according to the International Dyslexia…
Deaf Community
Deaf culture: what is it, history, aspects, examples & facts
First things first: there is a big difference between the medical and cultural definition of deafness. From the medical point of view,…
Assistive Technology
What is assistive technology, who benefits from it and examples
In a nutshell, assistive technology consists of different services and devices, technological or not, that aid people with disabilities in their daily…
Accessibility
5 reasons to make your B2B business accessible
It is very common for us to believe that accessibility only makes sense for companies that deal directly with the public, also…
Accessibility
Is ASL universal? How was it created and why is it important?
Many people in the United States still believe that ASL is universal. That is probably because they don’t know that it actually…
Accessibility
Digital accessibility: what is it, importance and what are the different kinds?
Ever since the turn of the century, in the early 2000s, we are told that we are living in the digital era.…
Accessibility
Ableism: what is it, examples, consequences and how to fight it
Ableism may be the concept you are least familiar with regarding the discrimination of minority groups. Characterized as social, ethnic, gender or…
Accessibility
What to do when you receive an ADA web accessibility demand letter
First of all, do you know what it means to receive an ADA web accessibility demand letter? To put your heart at…
Accessibility
Assistive technology for deaf users: what is it and some examples
Many people believe that “assistive technology for the deaf” necessarily involves the digital world. In fact, it is the term that defines…
Accessibility
Web Accessibility: What Is It & How To Achieve It
Most people see the internet as a best friend that is always there to help. It brings together those who are far…
