Universal Accessibility Interest Group

Chorus Forum on Accessibility and Open Research: Advancements, Challenges, and Future Directions

  • 1.  Chorus Forum on Accessibility and Open Research: Advancements, Challenges, and Future Directions

    Posted May 05, 2025 01:06 PM

    Reposting from the LibLicense discussion forum:

    Accessibility in research is not just ethical; it is a legal requirement.

    Join industry peers in exploring advancements, challenges, and future directions in making research accessible to everyone, including individuals with different abilities, in this free webinar: 
    CHORUS Forum on Accessibility and Open Research: Advancements, Challenges, and Future Directions

    Date: Wednesday, 18 June 2025
    Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM EDT

    Explore new developments in accessibility standards, compliance strategies, and digital tools designed to enhance usability for all, particularly those with visual, auditory, cognitive, and motor impairments. We're excited about our expert lineup representing diverse perspectives from across our industry:

    • Moderator: Judith Russell, Dean of University Libraries, University of Florida
    • Speakers:

    o   Caroline Coward, Information Science Manager, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

    o   Lettie Conrad, Independent Researcher and Consultant

    o   Simon Holt, Head of Content Accessibility, Elsevier

     

    Register Now 

    Once registered, we will send you the event details. If you have any queries, please contact us at info@chorusaccess.org. Can't make it? No problem, register and we will send you a recording of the webinar.

    Kind regards,
    Tara Packer
    Program Manager, CHORUS
    tpacker@chorusaccess.org

    CHORUS Making Open Research Work



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    Arizona State University Library
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