Enhancing (People of Determination) Accessibility of Government Documents and Developing the Skills of Specialists in Applying Digital Accessibility Standards
As part of its commitment to promoting digital inclusion and ensuring that all members of society can easily access government information and services, the TDRA is working with federal entities to enhance how official documents (such as forms, policies, and reports) are prepared and published online in alignment with national digital accessibility policies and standards.
This consultation aims to understand the public's experiences in accessing government documents published online and to assess the need for enhancing the skills of government specialists in applying accessibility standards. The goal is to ensure inclusive and seamless access for everyone, including people of determination.
Survey: https://msurvey.government.ae/survey/Telecommunications_and_Digital_Government_Regulatory/mKQ
Outcome
The consultation found that improving the skills of government specialists is the highest priority, with 85.71% of participants considering it very important. Participants also emphasized the need for documents compatible with assistive technologies, the use of clear and simple language, multiple document formats, and accessible design to improve digital accessibility for all users
