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Beyond the Checkbox: What Performative Accessibility Really Looks Like

Performative accessibility is when companies take actions that appear inclusive but fail to meet the actual access needs of disabled people. These actions may check off a compliance requirement or look good in a press release, but they don’t result in meaningful usability or lasting impact.

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Why Asking for Accessibility “Tips” is Useless (and Even Harmful)

A sculpture of a devil looking at his cellphone sitting on a wall in front of a Roman aqueduct.

I’m often asked for quick and easy accessibility tips or guidelines — as if there’s a magic wand that can instantly make a business accessible with the push of a button. While I understand the desire for a fast solution, accessibility isn’t about shortcuts. It’s about strategy, foresight, and a commitment to truly understanding the needs of disabled customers.

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Beyond Compliance: A Santa-Inspired Approach to Accessibility

Santa with a long white beard in a red cap putting his left arm on a shoulder of a brunette in a blue sweater. Both smile at camera.

As Disability Pride Month draws to a close, it’s essential to reflect on the significance of accessibility and inclusion for people with disabilities. Allow me to share a heartwarming experience from last year when I met Santa in Rovaniemi, Finland. This encounter beautifully illustrates the importance of going beyond mere compliance.

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