AccessAbility Officer

02/20/2026

02/20/2026

Myth: People with disabilities don’t work or contribute meaningfully in the workplace.

Meanwhile…
Disabled professionals are building software, teaching in classrooms, analyzing data, practicing law, managing teams, conducting research, and leading across science, finance, education, healthcare, technology, and government.

Not in spite of disability. But often with strengths shaped by it.

If you’ve worked alongside a colleague with a disability, you already know.

You’ve seen the resilience. The problem-solving. The adaptability.

You’ve seen how they work... not just that they work.

Here’s to the disabled professionals who continue raising the standard across every industry. The workforce is stronger because of you.

02/18/2026

Did you miss the live webinar where Tanner opened his vocational rehabilitation case online?

It took less than 20 minutes. And then everyone started asking questions and sharing their vocational rehabilitation journey.

Big Shout Out to Joe Roan for sharing about the VIP Online Toastmasters and how it helped him develop his soft skills.
https://www.viponlinetoastmasters.org/

Based on the number of requests after the live AMA, we will run another live session on how to open your vocational rehabilitation case online in under 20 minutes!

Happening next Friday, February 27, 1 PM Pacific, 4 PM Eastern.

The recording will not be posted, so register here before spots run out.

https://tinyurl.com/539xubnf

02/18/2026

Happy Birthday to our beloved CEO and Founder, Tanner Gers!

Our company’s Enabler.
The first name behind our middle name: Ability.

We love you and thank you for everything you do for this team...
for the sleepless nights, the long travels, the difficult conversations,
and for carrying the weight of not only disability barriers,
but the vision you live every single day:

The US disabled unemployment rate should be the same as the US unemployment rate.

Thank you for leading with courage.
Thank you for leading by example.

We’re praying for continued strength, impact, and the very best health in the year ahead.

Happy Birthday, Tanner. 💚

02/18/2026

Automated tools catch only 20–30% of WCAG issues.

Compliance cannot rely on automation alone.

Real accessibility requires manual validation... keyboard navigation, screen reader testing, logical focus review.

At AccessAbility Officer, we do both. We combine automated scanning with certified accessibility experts to deliver structured Accessibility Management.

We partner with municipalities across the United States, from New York to California, supporting websites, mobile apps, and PDFs serving over 35 million residents.

Learn how agencies are operationalizing compliance:
https://accessabilityofficer.com/accessibility-management

02/17/2026

Are you blind and curious how to open a Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) case in the U.S.?

We’ve been hearing this question a lot.

So, we’re dedicating today’s Live Ask Me Anything to breaking it down, clearly and step-by-step.

Here’s what we’ll cover:

1. Where to find your state’s online application
2. How to complete it without getting stuck
3. What real opportunities opening a VR case can unlock

This is happening live today: February 17
2 PM Pacific / 5 PM Eastern

Register here:
https://tinyurl.com/539xubnf

Ask all your questions about VR and watch a live demo of how to open your case.

See you soon!

02/16/2026

You've got to have people.

Are you blind and applying for remote jobs?

Stop.

Stop mass applying.
Stop competing with 600 strangers.

AO Pro Tip: Don't compete. Position.
Here's how:

1. Qualify the company.
Read the job post carefully. If they don’t talk about accessibility, believe them.
Language reveals culture. Choose your top 5–10 intentionally.

2: Use LinkedIn strategically.
Follow 5–10 people who already work at that company.
Engage with their posts. Add thoughtful insights. Be consistent.

3: Reach out when it feels natural.
Don't ask for a job... Learn about their journey, team, and how you can possibly contribute.

It's time to stop chasing jobs and start attracting them.

If you want to get hired, we offer job training programs you may qualify for. Links are in the comments.

02/13/2026

Arizona agencies are preparing for ADA Title II compliance in 2026.

When alt text is missing in PDFs and digital content, accessibility breaks down.

This is how we help teams get accessibility right at the content level.

PDF Accessibility Simplified: Phase 1 Accessibility Fundamentals • AccessAbility Officer
Get the full guide (free):
https://accessabilityofficer.com/blog/pdf-accessibility-simplified-phase-1-accessibility-fundamentals

02/12/2026

When people hear “volunteering,” they often think it doesn’t count.

But this is what strategic volunteering looks like:

Volunteer at a nonprofit or community organization
Offer a skill tied to a real outcome (website review, document cleanup, process improvement)
Or take on the tough, overlooked tasks... and do them exceptionally well

Opportunities often don’t come from applications.
They come from trust. and relationships you build along the way.

AO Pro Tip: After each project, ask for a LinkedIn recommendation.
It becomes an always-on reference that builds credibility for you 24/7.

We discuss practical strategies like this during our Live Ask Me Anything (AMA) events.

If you haven’t registered yet, save your seat for Tuesday, February 17, 2PM Pacific:

https://tinyurl.com/539xubnf

When you feel the most helpless, be the most helpful.

Many professionals underestimate the power of strategic volunteering.

When paid roles are competitive or slow-moving, unpaid work, done intentionally, can:

Expand your network
Demonstrate real-world results
Build references that hiring managers actually trust

If you’re transitioning careers (especially into growing fields like digital accessibility), consider volunteering at nonprofits or community organizations and tying your contribution to measurable outcomes.

ABLLE Pro Tip: Don’t just “help.” Solve something.

And after each project?

Ask for a LinkedIn recommendation.
It’s one of the most underutilized credibility tools on this platform.

We’re diving deeper into career pathways, skill-building, and how to position yourself — even before you’re hired, in our upcoming Live AMA.

If you're navigating your next move, this session is for you.

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/539xubnf

Opportunity favors the visible.

We share this Pro Tip and more on this ABLLE Blog: https://ablle.org/2025/10/31/6-secrets-to-get-hired-as-a-blind-professional-in-2026/

02/11/2026

Try this: Open your state's official website. Put your mouse away for 60 seconds.

Can you:
Navigate the homepage?
Fill out a form?
Open a PDF?

If the answer is no, your residents are being excluded.

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 Title II digital accessibility rule, state and local governments must ensure their websites, mobile apps, and digital documents conform to WCAG 2.1 AA.

For many people with visual or mobility disabilities, the keyboard is their lifeline. Their access.

And here’s the reality:
Automated scans don’t fully catch keyboard traps, broken tab order, or inaccessible dropdown menus.

That’s why AccessAbility Officer combines:

Technology: Our accessibility management platform, DARTSuite, https://www.dartsuite.com/, streamlines testing and remediation tracking.

Talent: Certified testers with disabilities who rely on assistive technology every day.

We provide Accessibility Management to municipalities and government agencies across the United States, ensuring websites, mobile apps, and PDFs are fully accessible.
From New York to California, our team supports digital services used by more than 35 million residents.

Schedule a Title II readiness review today: https://accessabilityofficer.com/accessibility-management

02/10/2026

How long have you been using your screen reader?
And be honest... how proficient do you feel with it in a real work environment?

These are some of the questions we explore in the Skills Baseline Assessment for individuals interested in joining the Certified Accessibility Tester (CAT) Program.

We look at practical, work-essential skills such as:
Screen reader proficiency (JAWS and NVDA)
Microsoft 365 skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Navigating the web using Chrome and Chrome extensions
Communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking

But what if you’re not quite there yet?

That doesn’t mean the door is closed.
It just means there are a few hard and soft skills that need to be developed first.

We created the Workplace Readiness Accelerator Program (WRAP) for this purpose. WRAP prepares you for professional roles like digital accessibility testing.

Class starts soon. Fill out the form here to speak with someone today:
https://accessabilityofficer.com/vocational-rehabilitation -form

02/09/2026

Here’s some real, helpful information.

In 2025, ADA lawsuits are projected to reach nearly 5,000 filings.
Digital accessibility is being actively enforced.

And this is one of the reasons why there’s more work in this field today.

On top of that, the ADA Title II deadline on April 24, 2026, is just around the corner.
State and local government agencies are under increasing pressure to ensure their digital services are truly accessible.

There is both demand and urgency. The path is legitimate.
So, as a blind and visually impaired professional, how can you leverage this opportunity?

The answer is preparation.
Get trained. Get certified. Be ready to do the work agencies actually need.

Technical trainings like the Certified AccessAbility Testing (CAT) Program are designed to do exactly that.
This is the only certification program for digital accessibility testing that guarantees employment!

If you have an open Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) case and live in one of our authorized states, you might qualify for the CAT program for FREE!

Find out here: https://accessabilityofficer.com/vocational-rehabilitation -training