Communication Access

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Ensuring communication access means every person is able to communicate and be communicated with fully and equally. Wherever communication is taking place, all parties must be able to participate--no matter what accommodation is needed to make that happen. 

What constitutes an accessible communication experience? What does it mean to ensure that communication access is provided? These and other related topics are open for discussion in the Communication Access group.

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Articles/Blog posts

Why Is Everyone Watching TV With the Subtitles On?

This month in The Atlantic, Devon Gordon asks the question, "Why is everyone watching TV with the subtitles on?" He learns some fascinating information from industry insiders. You can access this article using Apple News or on The Atlantic website, where you may need to start a free trial to read the full story.

News releases

FCC Proposes Action to Expedite the Transition to Next Generation 911

The Federal Communications Commission proposed rules to advance the transition to Next Generation 911, help ensure that the nation’s 911 system functions effectively, and support the deployment of advanced 911 capabilities—including video, text, and data—that will help first responders save lives.

News releases

FCC Requires Video Conferencing Accessibility & Proposes ASL Support

The Federal Communications Commission voted to require video conferencing platforms, like Zoom, Microsoft Teams, or Webex, to comply with the accessibility requirements under the Communications Act and agency rules that govern interoperable video conferencing services.

Government documents

Recent news about a "Dear Colleague" letter on digital accessibility in higher education may have you wondering...

In the last couple of months, we've seen a number of "Dear Colleague" letters regarding accessibility announced by various US administrative agencies, like the Department of Justice and the Department of Education, either individually or jointly. The most recent "Dear Colleague" letter ( attached below ) was issued jointly by the Justice Department and the Department of Education on May 19, 2023,…