Welcome to the University Digital Accessibility Hub
Digital accessibility is the practice of making digital documents, emails, and web content easy for users to access, understand, and navigate. This digital accessibility website is your go-to source for what to know, what to do, and where to find help as you create accessible digital content.
Digital accessibility is a university-wide priority that reflects our mission to ensure a welcoming, empowered, and inclusive community. Through the University Digital Accessibility Initiative (UDAI), we are committed to making this effort clear, achievable, and supported every step of the way.
Start where you are, learn as you go, and keep building momentum. Let’s make our digital future brighter, together!
Need Support?
The Center for User Experience is here to help you succeed.
If you have questions related to the scope of the new federal rule for the Americans with Disabilities Act, contact the ADA Coordinators in the Office of Compliance.
Learn it. Audit it. Improve it.
At UW–Madison, creating digitally accessible content is everyone’s responsibility. Learn the basics, check the content you create, and make improvements so all students, staff, and visitors can engage fully.
About
- View web content accessibility guidelines.
- Read UW–Madison’s Digital Accessibility Policy.
- View the Department of Justice’s new digital accessibility rule.
Learn
- Learn the fundamentals of digital accessibility.
- Download the digital accessibility fundamentals checklist.
- Access the Center for User Experience’s Make It Accessible guides.
- Learn about Accessible Purchasing.
Create
- Access the Make It Accessible guides for guidance on creating accessible digital content.
- Connect with the Center for User Experience for support with accessible design and development.
- Test materials you produce like documents and websites.
Support
- Connect with your Digital Accessibility Liaison about the University’s digital accessibility resources.
- Book an office hours chat to ask accessibility questions.
- Connect with the Center for User Experience with questions or for help.
- Join the Digital Accessibility Community of Practice.
Getting Started
Remove
Remove unused, unnecessary or outdated tools and content. Doing so leaves you with just the tools and content that need to be made accessible.
Remediate
Improve existing content gradually. Focus on high-impact materials like course content, public-facing websites and frequently accessed documents.
Right First
Create accessible digital content from the start. When you build accessibility into new materials, you avoid time-consuming remediation later.
Personalized Accessibility Information
Below are links to role-specific guidance to help you build your understanding of digital accessibility and resources to inform practical actions you can take to make progress.
Upcoming Events
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Latest News and Information
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2026-2027 University Disability Access and Inclusion Obligations and Resources
Ensuring qualified disabled individuals have access to the university’s programs, services, activities, workspaces, and digital tools and electronic resources is everyone’s responsibility and obligation.
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Digital Accessibility Spotlight #2: What Are Titles and Headings?
Properly structured headings help people find information faster, result in better information layout for individuals with attention and cognitive disabilities, support screen reader navigation, and make content easier for everyone to use.
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Digital Accessibility Spotlight: What is digital accessibility?
In April 2024, the Department of Justice created a new rule for the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requiring digital tools and electronic resources used at public universities to be accessible by meeting certain technical standards. The new rule is effective in April 2027.
We Want to Hear from You
We’re here to help you navigate digital accessibility and support your success.
Share Your Feedback
Share your feedback, suggestions, or questions related to the University Digital Accessibility Initiative.
Report a Digital Accessibility Barrier
Let us know if you encounter barriers on university websites or systems.
Request an Accommodation
Students, employees, job-applicants, visitors, and program participants can request an accommodation.