Inclusive Digital Design

If Good Design is Good Business, then Inclusive Design is Great Business!

Inclusive Digital Design aims to ensure that websites, digital assets, social media and other digitally created experiences are genuinely accessible and usable by as many people as possible.

It takes into account things such as ability, age and status in life, considers that users are diverse, and acknowledges that people have a wide range of abilities including:

• Sight
• Hearing
• Mobility
• Cognitive Function

It also considers:

• Neurodiversity and
• Sociocultural Differences

Inclusive Digital Design takes as many of these differences into account as possible and where necessary makes information available in different formats.

Inclusive Design creates diverse ways to share information with as many people as possible.

Inclusive Digital Design for Business

Earlier this year I went back to school to learn more about digital accessibility and how to design to include as many people as possible, no matter their age, ability, or status in life. It was an incredible course, I worked so hard, and I learned so much!

I’ve now achieved my “Inclusive Digital Design for Business” badge from the University of the Sunshine Coast. This badge certifies my achievement in inclusive digital design and acknowledges that I’ve demonstrated an understanding of inclusive design and accessibility principles. I’m familiar with Australian legal requirements and international WCAG 2.2 benchmarks. Plus, I can evaluate and enhance the inclusivity and accessibility of digital assets, including Microsoft Office documents, Adobe PDFs, multimedia, social media content, and digital interfaces, ensuring all formats are accessible.

By using Inclusive Design principles, you can reach a wider audience and increase your customer base.

Good Design is Good Business, but Inclusive Design is Great Business!

If you’d like to know how I can help you reach a wider audience by using inclusive design, contact me today.

(Recipients must complete the earning criteria to earn this badge)

The holder of this badge has completed 24 modules of inclusive design and digital accessibility, and demonstrated their capacity for evaluation and creation of inclusive and accessible digital assets. They have undertaken a holistic analysis of the inclusivity of an organisation’s digital environment, and created a portfolio of inclusive and accessible digital assets.

NARRATIVE

Awarded for completing requirements in group Inclusive Digital Design for Business: Inclusive Digital Design for Business

SKILLS

Web Accessibility – Web accessibility standards involve designing and developing websites that are inclusive and accessible to people with disabilities. It is a specialized skill that requires knowledge of accessibility guidelines and techniques, as well as an understanding of assistive technologies used by people with disabilities. The goal of web accessibility is to ensure that everyone can access and use web content regardless of their abilities, and this can bring significant benefits to both users and website owners.

Unique Skill ID: ESDE71495E69DE59B93F

Accessibility of Services – Accessibility of services is a specialised skill that involves creating and designing services that can be easily accessed by people with disabilities. This skill requires knowledge and understanding of disability types, assistive technologies, and design principles to develop inclusive and user-friendly services. The goal is to ensure that people with disabilities can fully participate in society and access the same services as other individuals.

Unique Skill ID: ESDE71495E69DE59B93F

Diversity and Inclusion – Diversity and inclusion is a specialized skill that involves valuing, respecting, and appreciating differences among people, including those of different races, cultures, ages, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, and religions. It involves creating an inclusive environment that allows people to feel comfortable and empowered to bring their unique perspectives and experiences to the table. Practicing diversity and inclusion requires active listening, empathy, and a commitment to continuously learning and improving.

Unique Skill ID: ES927EF31A5D2B127B50

ALIGNMENTS

Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.2) – https://www.w3.org/TR/WCAG22/

Digital Services Standard – https://architecture.digital.gov.au/digital-service-standard-v2

AE EN 301 549:2020 - https://www.standards.org.au/standards-catalogue/standard-details?designation=as-en-301-549-2020