Did you know?
49.7 million Americans reported at least one disability—that is roughly one in five people in the United States.
-- 2000 U.S. Census
- 40 million Americans have some form of cognitive impairment
- 21.2 million Americans have limited physical mobility
- 10 million are blind or visually impaired
- 9 million are functionally deaf or hard of hearing
Universal Web Design
Universal design allows the maximum number of users to access your site. At its simplest, it requires forward thinking design that is usable and user-friendly. Remember, universal web design isn’t just for disabled persons; it benefits lots of different people, such as:
- Low-bandwidth users
- Non-native English Speakers
- Elderly
- Low-tech users
Rethink Web Design. Open up the World Wide Web.
Why should I, or my organization, design for accessibility?
What do you know about accessibility? Test your knowledge!
It's the Law in Illinois
All Illinois state agencies must make their websites accessible to disabled individuals.
Illinois Information Technology Accessibility Act
Americans with Disabilities Act
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act