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An Accessibility Starter Pack: Content Creator Edition

In celebration of

Global Accessibility Awareness Day 2026

All artwork used in this presentation was human generated.

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Why Accessibility Matters

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When content is not accessible…

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Small choices make a big difference.

The way you

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  • specify your images

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  • structure your content

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  • and write your links

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shapes who can access your message.

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ALT Text

Structure and Readability

Links

Accessibility Quick Wins

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Accessibility for Content Creators: ALT Text

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Why is Your Image Here?

generic description - magnifying glass

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with purpose - Search for your favorite book.

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Accessibility for Content Creators: ALT Text

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What Does Your Image Do?

When your image has a job�

  • describe what the image does
  • not what the image looks like

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ALT="Download the menu."

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Accessibility for Content Creators: Structure & Readability

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Structure Your Content

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Accessibility for Content Creators: Structure & Readability

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Give Your Content Clarity

  • formal tone
  • uncommon words
  • difficult to understand
  • direct, yet casual tone
  • clear, familiar words
  • easy to understand

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Accessibility for Content Creators: Links

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Make Your Links Descriptive

Click here does not tell users where the link goes.

Explore WCAG guidelines tells users where the link goes.

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Accessibility for Content Creators: Links

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Make Your Links Distinct

Make links stand out from surrounding text for easy recognition.

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Make Accessibility Your Default Setting

Start small.

Stay consistent.

Create a Habit.

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Resources

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Thank you for celebrating GAAD with the team here at DubBot.

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Go forward and lead with inclusion!