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Open source and accessibility: Empowering people with disabilities globally

Open source has become an integral part of the software that much of humanity uses to live, work, learn, and play. However, it's frequently unclear whether open source helps or hinders access for those with disabilities. Join this panel discussion to learn more about the current state of open source accessibility, and how individual developers and open source communities can help accelerate access for people with disabilities globally.

, Head of Accessibility, GitHub

, Chair, GAAD Foundation

, Founder and Board President, Center for Accessibility and Open Source

, PhD Student, Carnegie Mellon University

Session Type: Panel Discussion

Key Takeaway 1: Gain insight into the ways that open source currently helps or hinders accessibility.

Key Takeaway 2: Learn how to contribute to the accessibility of mainstream open source projects and assistive open source technology projects.

Key Takeaway 3: Discover ways to mentor those with disabilities as they learn how to code for employment, or just for fun.

Topic: Accessibility, Open Source, Social Impact, Community

Target Audience: Enterprise - Engineering Leadership, Enterprise - Developers, Open Source Developers or Maintainers, Startups, Educators

Industry: Applicable to all

Level: Level 100: Introductory

Delivery Format: In-person, Recorded, On-demand