Web Accessibility: Access for All

6 September 2013

Web Accessibility: Access for All

In the first part of our series on web accessibility, I explained what accessibility is and why it is important. But who are these users we're talking about, and how do we serve their specific needs? What are their limitations in an online space and how can we help overcome these limitations? As managers and creators of websites we have the power to remove many of these barriers and make people's lives easier. You’ll see that in doing this we improve our websites for all users, so why wouldn't we?

The power of the web is in its universality. Access by everyone regardless of disability is an essential aspect. Sir Tim Berners-Lee

30 July 2013

Accessible Web Design

Throughout the world, more than a billion people are estimated to live with some form of disability. In Australia this amounts to nearly 20% of the population - so why wouldn’t you build your website with disability access in mind? Accessibility is an aspect of website development that is often overlooked by both developers and clients as few understand its significance. So, why should you bother to have an accessible web design?

10 August 2012

Freerange Future and Kumuwuki/Big Wave

From our humble beginnings Freerange Future has always been involved with the arts and the arts community. We are now taking the next step in our participation with the 2012 Regional Arts Australia National Conference, Kumuwuki/Big Wave.

24 January 2012

Big Stories at SxSW

Big Stories will compete for the best community site of 2011 at the SxSWi Awards in Austin, Texas this March. These awards are held during the SxSW Festival and Conference, an annual event encompassing film, music and interactive, with over 30,000 attendees.

17 January 2012

Responsive Web Design

In the beginning there was a website. Then there were Flash and HTML versions of the site. Then there was a WAP version. Maybe. Then the Flash version got binned. Then there was probably an iPhone version. Then just in time, designers got smart, browsers got good and Responsive Design was born.

14 October 2011

Mindshare South Australia website launch at the MRC

Mindshare South Australia launched on Wednesday night at the Mercury Cinema as a part of Mental Health Week, an annual event highlighting mental health issues in the community. The launch showcased the website, as well as screening a some of the great stories that are now available for you to explore at mindshare.org.au

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