We are committed to ensuring that our events are accessible to all delegates and expect a diverse audience. As a speaker you should consider how to make your contribution as accessible as possible. If you are not sure how to start, have a look at these tips and resources:
- Web accessibility initiative
- Accessible webinars
- Microsoft Accessibility Checker
- How to run accessible online meetings
Before the session
- Prepare to share materials online so that participants can access them and make any adjustments required
- When preparing materials use clear screen optimized fonts such as Arial
- Reduce the use of coloured background such as red and where possible use black text
- Try and incorporate different presentation styles into your presentation e.g. diagrams for and verbal explanations
During a session
- Speak clearly into a microphone
- Describe pertinent visuals
- Explain acronyms
- Give the audience time to digest the information
- If using polling or other interactive features explain the result to the audience
- If an accessibility issue is known, allow the audience member an ‘open mic’ to be able to ask questions freely
After a session
- If appropriate share contact details so that delegates can get in touch if they have questions / need clarificatio
- If not already provided, provide delegates with copies of the materials covered