Through insights from twelve industry voices, learn how to create truly accessible and inclusive digital experiences that work for everyone, regardless of ability and background Key Features Understand inclusive design principles that will help you achieve universal usability Gain insights into AI and emerging technologies shaping the future of accessibility Drive organizational change with practical strategies to build an inclusive design culture Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Book Description Despite our growing reliance on digital technology, millions of users are still excluded from fully engaging with websites, apps, and digital services because nobody thought to design for them. Inclusive Design for Accessibility challenges you to rethink how you build digital experiences, offering the tools and guidance needed to move beyond compliance and create experiences that work for everyone. With contributions from twelve accessibility leaders—Dale Cruse, Denis Boudreau, Dr. Angela Young, Maya Sellon, Julianna Rowsell, Nandita Gupta, Jennifer Chadwick, Crystal Scott, Chris McMeeking, Dr. Keith Newton, Charlie Triplett, and Kai Wong—this book lays out the fundamentals of inclusive design and its application in advanced and emerging technologies. You'll discover practical strategies and real-world examples that show you how to embed accessibility into projects, from user research and testing to creating accessible websites and mobile apps. You’ll also focus on how AI can enhance accessibility and learn to tackle the challenges posed by VR and AR. For designers, developers, product managers, and business leaders, this book will reshape how you approach inclusive design, helping you move beyond ticking boxes toward building digital products that don't leave anyone behind. What you will learn Master the core principles of inclusive design to create products that serve all Conduct diverse user research to gain insights into accessible experiences Implement accessibility best practices in your web and mobile deployments Create fully accessible content in text, audio, and video formats Explore the accessibility challenges and opportunities with AI, VR, and AR Navigate the legal and ethical implications of accessibility to protect users and your brand Establish accessibility-focused workflows and practices in your teams Who this book is for This book is for digital designers, developers, UX professionals, product managers, and business leaders committed to inclusive design. It offers practical skills for creating accessible digital products, while covering legal and ethical considerations, user research, and strategies for building an accessibility-focused culture within teams. You don’t need to be an expert in UX d