Re: [accessibility page] suggested edit for your consideration

Thanks for the comment and suggested edit, Shadi. We discussed this in the EOWG teleconference today. Minutes are at <http://www.w3.org/2009/09/04-eo-minutes#item01>

I think that we addressed your discomfort in this latest revision. There were some points that we wanted left it that were not in your suggested edit.

Please let us know if you have additional concerns or suggestions on the latest draft at http://www.w3.org/WAI/EO/Drafts/4betaW3org/accessibility-new-w3c

~Shawn


Shadi Abou-Zahra wrote:
> Hi Shawn,
> 
> [Editors Draft: $Date: 2009/09/03 16:44:48 $]
> 
> I'm uncomfortable with "An accessible web enables everyone, regardless 
> of disabilities, to ..." as the mission of accessibility is to focus 
> strictly on access for people with disabilities rather than everyone.
> 
> Please find a suggested edit for the first part of the page for your 
> consideration. Feel free to forward and discuss with EO as appropriate.
> 
> # DRAFT #
> 
> The Web is designed to be usable by all people, whatever their hardware, 
> software, language, culture, location, or physical or mental ability. 
> When the Web meets its full potential, it is accessible to people with a 
> diverse range of hearing, movement, sight, and cognitive abilities.
> 
> The Web removes barriers to communication and interaction for most 
> users. The Web is also a flexible medium that can enable people with 
> disabilities to use the Web just as well as anyone. However, 
> inaccessible websites and tools create barriers that exclude people from 
> using the Web.
> 
> An accessible Web enables people with disabilities to participate equally.
> 
> # END #
> 
> Regards,
>   Shadi
>

Received on Friday, 4 September 2009 19:53:32 UTC