Chief Information Accessibility Officer
Glenda Sims
Glenda Sims is the Chief Information Accessibility Officer at Deque, where she shares her expertise and passion for the open web with government organizations, educational institutions, and companies ranging in size from small business enterprise.
Glenda’s bio
Glenda is an adviser and co-founder of AIR-University (Accessibility Internet Rally) and AccessU. She serves as an accessibility consultant, judge, and trainer for Knowbility, an organization whose mission is to support the independence of people with disabilities by promoting the availability of barrier free IT. In 2010 Glenda co-authored the book InterACT with Web Standards: A holistic approach to Web Design.
Posts from Glenda
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You need to get started on ADA Title II compliance now: How to strategize funding, slash risk, and ensure ROI
Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities by state and local governments, and the ADA Title II…
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I’ve received the results of my accessibility audit. Now what?
Most organizations start their digital accessibility journey with an audit. Let's discuss the best next steps after an accessibility audit.
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Section 504 digital accessibility deadlines: What every HHS-funded provider must know
On May 9, 2024, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) published a major update to its Section 504 regulations. It was the…
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States drop constitutional challenge to Section 504 in Texas v. Kennedy
On April 11, 2025, a major development occurred in the ongoing Texas v. Kennedy lawsuit (formerly Texas v. Becerra), a case brought by the state…
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ADA Title II: Top 20 questions answered
Most of us are familiar with the broad requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). After all, it’s been around for more than three…
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Tips for inclusive and accessible hiring and recruiting
Creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process is more than just meeting legal requirements—it’s about fostering a workplace that truly values diversity. By prioritizing accessibility…
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