AXSChat
@axschat.bsky.social
Podcast & social media chat focused on disability, accessibility, innovation & social good.
https://www.axschat.com/
Building bridges & creating inclusive communities online for the last decade.
Banner: Bridge with hands supporting - Aleks Barsukov
https://www.axschat.com/
Building bridges & creating inclusive communities online for the last decade.
Banner: Bridge with hands supporting - Aleks Barsukov
Hi everyone if you’re wondering why there are no #axschat questions it’s because we have taken the decision to stop doing the weekly Q&A chat as there was not the level of engagement to justify the effort of preparing and running it week in week out. We will continue the podcasts as normal.
July 8, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Hi everyone if you’re wondering why there are no #axschat questions it’s because we have taken the decision to stop doing the weekly Q&A chat as there was not the level of engagement to justify the effort of preparing and running it week in week out. We will continue the podcasts as normal.
Q2 What are some effective ways to create awareness about accessibility in the private sector and governments around the world not just in the EU & US ? #AXSChat
July 1, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Q2 What are some effective ways to create awareness about accessibility in the private sector and governments around the world not just in the EU & US ? #AXSChat
Q6: Many inside big tech are fighting for accessibility. How can we support internal advocates instead of blaming them for systemic gaps? #AXSChat #WeAreBillionStrong
June 24, 2025 at 7:50 PM
Q6: Many inside big tech are fighting for accessibility. How can we support internal advocates instead of blaming them for systemic gaps? #AXSChat #WeAreBillionStrong
Q5: Some fear accessibility is losing traction amid DEI backlash. Do you think accessibility efforts are actually becoming more focused and resilient? #AXSChat
June 24, 2025 at 7:40 PM
Q5: Some fear accessibility is losing traction amid DEI backlash. Do you think accessibility efforts are actually becoming more focused and resilient? #AXSChat
Q4: Are large manufacturers making more intentional accessibility investments—or are we seeing innovation shift to smaller players? #AXSChat #WeAreBillionStrong
June 24, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Q4: Are large manufacturers making more intentional accessibility investments—or are we seeing innovation shift to smaller players? #AXSChat #WeAreBillionStrong
Q3: Sabine Lobnig came into accessibility through linguistics and deaf/blind advocacy. What unexpected path led you to care about digital inclusion? #AXSChat #WeAreBillionStrong
June 24, 2025 at 7:20 PM
Q3: Sabine Lobnig came into accessibility through linguistics and deaf/blind advocacy. What unexpected path led you to care about digital inclusion? #AXSChat #WeAreBillionStrong
Q2: The GARI database (www.gari.info) helps people find accessible features on their mobile devices in 20+ languages. Have you ever used it to check your phone’s features? #AXSChat
MWF - Mobile Accessibility
GARI is an online database for accessible mobile phones, tablets and apps. It allows consumers to learn about accessibility features of mobile devices.
www.gari.info
June 24, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Q2: The GARI database (www.gari.info) helps people find accessible features on their mobile devices in 20+ languages. Have you ever used it to check your phone’s features? #AXSChat
Q1: How can we better bridge the gap between the accessibility features manufacturers offer and what consumers know is available? #AXSChat #WeAreBillionStrong
June 24, 2025 at 7:04 PM
Q1: How can we better bridge the gap between the accessibility features manufacturers offer and what consumers know is available? #AXSChat #WeAreBillionStrong
Q4 What role do you think education and training play in improving accessibility for users and ensuring compliance with accessibility legislation like the EAA? #AXSChat
June 17, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Q4 What role do you think education and training play in improving accessibility for users and ensuring compliance with accessibility legislation like the EAA? #AXSChat
Q3 How can governments and the #accessibility community improve awareness and understanding of the #EAA among businesses? #AXSChat
June 17, 2025 at 7:20 PM
Q3 How can governments and the #accessibility community improve awareness and understanding of the #EAA among businesses? #AXSChat
Q1 With the European Accessibility Act (EAA) coming into force this month, how prepared do you think organizations are for the changes? Are there still misconceptions about its requirements? #AXSChat
June 17, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Q1 With the European Accessibility Act (EAA) coming into force this month, how prepared do you think organizations are for the changes? Are there still misconceptions about its requirements? #AXSChat
Q6: How can developers, designers, and AI creators collaborate to ensure image accessibility for all? #AXSChat #WeAreBillionStrong
June 10, 2025 at 7:50 PM
Q6: How can developers, designers, and AI creators collaborate to ensure image accessibility for all? #AXSChat #WeAreBillionStrong
Q4: Can AI-generated images be made fully accessible from the start? How does encoding them in XML help? #AXSChat #WeAreBillionStrong
June 10, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Q4: Can AI-generated images be made fully accessible from the start? How does encoding them in XML help? #AXSChat #WeAreBillionStrong
Q2: What barriers do pixel-based images create for screen readers—and how does Equivalent help solve them? #AXSChat #WeAreBillionStrong
June 10, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Q2: What barriers do pixel-based images create for screen readers—and how does Equivalent help solve them? #AXSChat #WeAreBillionStrong