Universal design

AudioEye Accelerates Digital Accessibility for the Automotive Industry

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Mittwoch, September 4, 2019
Design, Urban planning, Visual arts, Hyundai Motor Company, Web accessibility, Accessibility, Universal design

TUCSON, Ariz., Sept. 4, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- AudioEye, Inc. (NASDAQ: AEYE), a leading provider of digital accessibility solutions for individuals with disabilities who deserve barrier-free access to the web, is thrilled to announce it has accelerated adoption of the AudioEye solution on Hyundai, Subaru of America and Fiat Chrysler automotive dealer websites, joining a growing list of automotive dealerships and manufacturers already committed to digital accessibility.

Key Points: 
  • TUCSON, Ariz., Sept. 4, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- AudioEye, Inc. (NASDAQ: AEYE), a leading provider of digital accessibility solutions for individuals with disabilities who deserve barrier-free access to the web, is thrilled to announce it has accelerated adoption of the AudioEye solution on Hyundai, Subaru of America and Fiat Chrysler automotive dealer websites, joining a growing list of automotive dealerships and manufacturers already committed to digital accessibility.
  • "We're thrilled to see this rapid adoption of digital accessibility in the automotive space, with AudioEye selected as the chosen solution," said Sean Bradley, AudioEye co-founder, president and chief strategy officer.
  • AudioEye Certification is a public-facing commitment to accessibility and digital inclusion, significantly mitigating risk of a web accessibility-related lawsuit.
  • Leading with technology, AudioEye identifies and resolves issues of accessibility and enhances the user experience, making digital content more accessible and more usable for more people.

Canada's first federal accessibility legislation comes into force

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Donnerstag, Juli 11, 2019
Urban planning, Design, Visual arts, Accessibility, Ergonomics, Transportation planning, Urban design, Universal design, Disability, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Web accessibility

The coming into force of the Accessible Canada Act establishes a framework to create a barrier-free Canada through the proactive identification, removal and prevention of accessibility barriers.

Key Points: 
  • The coming into force of the Accessible Canada Act establishes a framework to create a barrier-free Canada through the proactive identification, removal and prevention of accessibility barriers.
  • It will alsoensure that persons with disabilities are no longer required to fight barriers to accessibility on an individual basis.
  • Under the Act, these organizations will be required to develop and publish accessibility plans that describe how they will identify, remove and prevent barriers to accessibility.
  • The new legislation is built on a whole-of-government approach to accessibility.

Canada reaffirms its commitment to people with disabilities at the 12th session of the Conference of States Parties to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities

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Donnerstag, Juni 13, 2019
Education, Accessibility, Articles, Humans, Segregation, Disability, Inclusion, Special education, 41st Canadian Parliament, Universal design

Minister Qualtrough provided an update on the proposed Accessible Canada Act, which has been adopted byParliamentand the Senate, and is awaiting royal assent.

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  • Minister Qualtrough provided an update on the proposed Accessible Canada Act, which has been adopted byParliamentand the Senate, and is awaiting royal assent.
  • The Act would set the stage for a barrier-free Canada by promoting broad organizational and cultural change, while proactively identifying, removing and preventing barriersto inclusion.
  • Minister Qualtrough also participated in a meeting of women with disabilities in political leadership and co-hosted a session on intersectional barriers of persons with disabilities with Ecuador and Sweden.
  • In recognition of their impressive achievements and leadership in the disability community, Minister Qualtrough invited youth leaders to join Canada's official delegation.

Arlington Public Schools Selects AudioEye to Improve Website Accessibility

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Mittwoch, Juni 12, 2019
Design, Urban planning, Visual arts, Accessibility, Ergonomics, Transportation planning, Urban design, Web accessibility, Universal design, Disability

ARLINGTON, Wash., June 12, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Arlington Public Schools is making its centralized district website, which includes all schools within the district, more accessible to individuals with disabilities by selecting AudioEye (NASDAQ: AEYE)as its web accessibility solution.

Key Points: 
  • ARLINGTON, Wash., June 12, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Arlington Public Schools is making its centralized district website, which includes all schools within the district, more accessible to individuals with disabilities by selecting AudioEye (NASDAQ: AEYE)as its web accessibility solution.
  • AudioEye is a leader in digital accessibility solutions that ensure barrier-free website access for individuals with disabilities.
  • "We are thrilled to be selected as the web accessibility solution for Arlington Public Schools," added AudioEye CEO Todd Bankofier.
  • Arlington Public Schools educates all students, preparing and inspiring them to graduate and seek their full potential as lifelong learners.

Dealer.com and AudioEye Team up to Celebrate Global Accessibility Awareness Day

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Mittwoch, Mai 15, 2019
Web accessibility, Urban planning, Accessibility, Design, Architecture, Global Accessibility Awareness Day, Universal design, Disability, Computer accessibility

AudioEye is a leading provider of digital accessibility solutions that provide barrier-free website access for individuals with disabilities.

Key Points: 
  • AudioEye is a leading provider of digital accessibility solutions that provide barrier-free website access for individuals with disabilities.
  • Empathy Day, which coincides with Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) on May 16, will provide an opportunity for Dealer.com employees to learn about digital accessibility issues and better understand the barriers to web access experienced by those who have disabilities.
  • Leading with technology, AudioEye identifies and resolves issues of accessibility and enhances the user experience, making digital content more accessible and more usable for more people.
  • The Company maintains offices in Tucson, Scottsdale, Atlanta and Washington D.C. For more information about AudioEye and its online accessibility solutions, please visit www.audioeye.com .

Armor-Tile Celebrates Seiichi Miyake and Universal Accessibility

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Montag, März 18, 2019
Architecture, Visual arts, Urban planning, Assistive technology, Tactile paving, Accessibility, Design, Miyake, Visual impairment, Universal design

This tactile surface is called Tactile Paving, and was pioneered by Japanese inventor Seiichi Miyake; today Armor-Tile and Google join together to honor him.

Key Points: 
  • This tactile surface is called Tactile Paving, and was pioneered by Japanese inventor Seiichi Miyake; today Armor-Tile and Google join together to honor him.
  • In 1965 Japanese inventor Seiichi Miyake made history to help a close friend, inventing what we now call tactile paving tiles.
  • These tactile blocks, or "Tenji" as Seiichi Miyake called them, were a series of dots and bars designed to help his visually impaired friend.
  • Today the world celebrates Seiichi Miyake and universal accessibility.

JCJ Architecture Tapped to Design New Building for Barrier Free Living

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Dienstag, Dezember 4, 2018
Architecture, JCJ, Universal design, Visual arts, Human behavior

NEW YORK, Dec. 4, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- JCJ Architecture today announces the firm will design a groundbreaking new project for Barrier Free Living (BFL), a leading NYC community nonprofit that provides services and support for survivors of domestic violence with disabilities.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Dec. 4, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- JCJ Architecture today announces the firm will design a groundbreaking new project for Barrier Free Living (BFL), a leading NYC community nonprofit that provides services and support for survivors of domestic violence with disabilities.
  • "The JCJ team has fully embraced the complexities of the project and the BFL mission to support individuals with disabilities in living dignified lives.
  • JCJ is recognized nationally as one of the country's most respected architecture firms, providing clients with comprehensive planning, architecture and interior design services.
  • For more information about Barrier Free Living's services and efforts to support individuals with disabilities in living dignified lives free of all forms of abuse and bias, visit www.bflnyc.org .