Free Friday Webinars
Our popular Free Friday webinars are recorded so you can watch them when it suits you.
Most of them also include a Smart guide for you to print out. These webinars are based on results from our research, presentations of public reports we have been assigned to develop, insights from user testing and other topics we want to share. The format is short and sweet, a presentation and Q&A, in 30 minutes. We hope you enjoy the content!
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The standards and the users: What is needed for a PDF to be accessible?
An accessible PDF is more than a clean validation report. In this webinar, we look at how PDF/UA, EN301549 and real user needs fit together, and what is necessary beyond “perfect tagging” to comply with the Web Accessibility Directive and the European Accessibility Act.
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ACT rules – update on automatic and manual testing
In this webinar, we take a look at what is new in the Accessibility Conformance Testing (ACT) rules and discuss their limitations. Harmonising test procedures are important but need to align with legal requirements.
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Attitude – approach – accessibility
One of the “new” requirements in the EAA is about support services. What does an accessible customer service look like and how do you succeed in organising, providing and maintaining it?
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Accessible name – make it or break it
Every button, link, and image on your interface must have an accessible name. Get it right and assistive technology users can find it, understand it, and activate it. Get it wrong and you have locked them out completely.
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EAA – reporting and documentation requirements
What does the European Accessibility Act require when it comes to reporting and documentation? Who is ultimately responsible? How can we show compliance before the standards are published? This is your chance to learn about it!
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Signed, Sealed, Accessible: accessibility in public procurement
Procuring accessible products and services is an essential part of ensuring and promoting accessibility – but did you know that EAA is also affecting the legal requirements on procurement? This Friday webinar focuses on the recently published guidance on how to buy accessible: from preparation to the delivery of the contract.
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InDesign styles, unlock the accessibility potential
In this Friday webinar, you will learn the essential style techniques: paragraph styles, character styles, export tags, and language settings. Discover why they matter, when to use which styles, avoid common mistakes, and what to check before export. Styles aren’t just for formatting – they’re your accessibility superpower.
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Accessible research from design to dissemination
In this webinar we present practical approaches for integrating accessibility throughout the research process – from design to dissemination. Learn how reaching diverse audiences at all stages can strengthen participation, boost relevance and increase real-life impact.
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AI in recruitment – research results
How does AI-based recruitment affect persons with disabilities? What can employers and recruiters do to not only mitigate the risks, but actively improve the inclusiveness of recruitment processes?
AI in recruitment – research results