This online workshop is designed specifically for small public libraries. Ensuring accessibility for all patrons is critical and required. This workshop will equip participants with practical tools and strategies to create a more inclusive digital environment. The session will explore the foundational principles of digital accessibility, focusing on real-world applications for websites, online catalogs, and digital communication. Participants will learn how to identify common accessibility barriers and implement solutions that benefit users with disabilities, including those who rely on screen readers, keyboard navigation, or alternative input devices. Through interactive activities, case studies, and live demonstrations, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how digital accessibility fosters equity and expands community engagement. They will leave the workshop with actionable steps and resources to make immediate improvements, regardless of technical expertise or budget constraints.
Presenter: Pam Doran, Digital Accessibility Coordinator, SUNY Empire State University, Hillsdale, NY.
Upcoming NCompass Live shows:
- March 12 – Family & Community Programming: Major Successes & Epic Fails
- March 19 – Pretty Sweet Tech
- March 26 – Creating Connection in Library Events
- April 2 – One Book for Nebraska Kids & Teens 2025
- April 30 – Pretty Sweet Tech: Computers in Libraries 2025 Highlights & Trends
To register for an NCompass Live show, or to listen to recordings of past shows, go to the NCompass Live webpage.
NCompass Live is broadcast live every Wednesday from 10am – 11am Central Time. Convert to your time zone on the Official U.S. Time website.
The show is presented online using the GoTo Webinar online meeting service. Before you attend a session, please see the NLC Online Sessions webpage for detailed information about GoTo Webinar, including system requirements, firewall permissions, and equipment requirements for computer speakers and microphones.
