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title: "Digital Content Accessibility"
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UConn is committed to making its digital content accessible to everyone. Faculty, staff, students, and academic units are responsible for ensuring websites, documents, presentations, videos, and other digital content comply with the University’s <u>[Digital Accessibility Policy](https://policy.uconn.edu/2019/08/02/digital-accessibility-policy/)</u> and applicable federal accessibility requirements. 

The University’s accessibility standards are based on the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA. 

## Accessibility Support 

The <u>[IT Accessibility Office](https://accessibility.its.uconn.edu/)</u> in Information Technology Services (ITS) oversees implementation of the University’s Digital Accessibility Policy and provides guidance, training, resources, and technical assistance to faculty and staff. For assistance, email <u>[itaccessibility@uconn.edu](mailto:itaccessibility@uconn.edu)</u>.  

The CLAS Office of Communications complements these services by helping faculty and staff create accessible digital content and improve website usability. The office also provides training and connects faculty and staff with the appropriate University resources. For questions, email <u>[clas_communications@uconn.edu](mailto:clas_communications@uconn.edu)</u> or [contact a member of the CLAS Communications Office](https://clas.uconn.edu/about/directory/?group=Dean%E2%80%99s%20Office&tag=Communications). 

## Accessibility Trainings 

Faculty and staff involved in web development, content creation, or purchasing digital goods and services are encouraged to complete digital accessibility training.  UConn offers both [self-paced learning](https://accessibility.its.uconn.edu/self-paced-learning/#) and [instructor-led workshops](https://accessibility.its.uconn.edu/instructor-led/) to help you create accessible digital content. 

Instructor-led accessibility workshops include: 

- Colors
- Images
- Word Documents
- PowerPoint Presentations
- PDFs
- Websites

Need additional support? Email <u>[itaccessibility@uconn.edu](mailto:itaccessibility@uconn.edu)</u> to request specialized digital accessibility training or schedule a workshop for your department or team.