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The internet's accessibility problem -- and how to fix it

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The internet provides access to knowledge for billions across the world, but how accessible is it really? Website accessibility advocate Clive Loseby sheds light on why many parts of the web are closed off to those with disabilities -- and lays out some steps to make being online better for everyone.

The internet provides access to knowledge for billions across the world, but how accessible is it really? Website accessibility advocate Clive Loseby sheds light on why many parts of the web are closed off to those with disabilities -- and lays out some steps to make being online better for everyone.

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Clive Loseby

Website accessibility expert

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Clive Loseby believes all websites should be accessible to everyone, regardless of their ability or disability.

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Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI)

This is the best resource, these are the guys who set the standards and there is a wealth of information there. Their website itself should really offer some accessibility options to meet the needs of disabled people though!

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Access by Audit

This site deals with giving information about accessibility audits (it is one of mine)

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