Building for accessibility

Despite progress in tech and society, people with disabilities still face barriers to accessible experiences — including hurdles to complete tasks, navigate the world, or reach their dreams. As creative technologists we all have an opportunity and a responsibility to ensure what we're building works for everyone.

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Google employee’s quote

“As an engineer who is also hard of hearing, I find it rewarding to build technology that facilitates access for our community and contributes to a world with fewer barriers.”

Laura D’Aquila (she/her) Software Engineer, Google

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Close up portrait of a smiling woman with long brown hair and glasses

“As an engineer who is also hard of hearing, I find it rewarding to build technology that facilitates access for our community and contributes to a world with fewer barriers.”

Laura D’Aquila (she/her) Software Engineer, Google

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Google employee’s quote

“If we can truly integrate accessibility and disability inclusion into our products and processes, we can help to level the playing field, create meaningful opportunities, and change the trajectory of what's possible.”

Laura Allen (she/her) Head Of Strategy & Programs, Accessibility & Disability Inclusion, Google

Portrait of a smiling woman with long curly hair, dangling earrings, and a teal blue blouse
Portrait of a smiling woman with long curly hair, dangling earrings, and a teal blue blouse

“If we can truly integrate accessibility and disability inclusion into our products and processes, we can help to level the playing field, create meaningful opportunities, and change the trajectory of what's possible.”

Laura Allen (she/her) Head Of Strategy & Programs, Accessibility & Disability Inclusion, Google

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