The accessibility of IT for people with disabilities makes a profound difference in their lives. Modern life requires using IT: to attain an education, hold a job, socialize, and be an active citizen. I am proud to be part of a community of colleagues who are making the world a more just and inclusive place.

I heard about CPACC as a result of John Jameson doing an accessibility check on the Drupal site I built.  I was surprised to learn that some of my linked PDF’s were not accessible so I took a LinkedInLearning course to learn more about Acrobat's Accessibility tools.  I have a passion for the productivity tools in Word and spend every spring helping seniors use the tools in Word to be more productive when formatting their theses.  So to see my work in Word be relevant to accessible PDF's sparked an interest in seeking out more information, which led me too Mary's accessibility courses in the spring in which she mentioned a certification path.

I love being a part of something bigger than myself and always strive to see the perspective of others.  We all have unique needs for navigating the world and when we make it more accessible for more people, and when we think of being inclusive with easy to implement solutions, we all benefit.

I enrolled in the CPACC certification program with the intention of gaining a deeper understanding of accessibility for individuals with disabilities. I have encountered individuals who require support, and I felt compelled to equip myself with the knowledge and skills to assist them effectively. As a member of the DEI subcommittee on Culture…