Disabilities and Computing Spring 2026 Workshops

OARC’s Disabilities and Computing Program is offering a workshop series in Spring 2026 designed to support students, researchers, and staff in developing practical skills related to accessible and equitable computing practices. Multiple sessions will be held, each focusing on different aspects of creating and implementing accessible content, tools, and technologies.

Events in Series

Apr
08
Introduction to Siteimprove Accessibility Software
12:00 pm to 01:00 pm
Zoom
This training introduces participants to Siteimprove, UCLA’s automated accessibility evaluation platform. Attendees will learn how to navigate the main accessibility dashboard, review accessibility issues...
Apr
16
Introduction to Document Accessibility (Google docs, Word, PDF)
12:00 pm to 01:00 pm
Zoom
This session provides an introduction to creating accessible documents in Google Docs, Microsoft Word, and PDFs. Participants will learn the fundamentals of digital accessibility, including how to use proper...
Apr
29
Introduction to Siteimprove Accessibility Software
12:00 pm to 01:00 pm
Zoom
This training introduces participants to Siteimprove, UCLA’s automated accessibility evaluation platform. Attendees will learn how to navigate the main accessibility dashboard, review accessibility issues...
May
14
Digital Accessibility Basics
11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Zoom
This interactive session introduces the fundamentals of digital accessibility and why it matters at UCLA. Participants will learn what accessibility means in a digital context, gain insight into disability...
May
20
Introduction to Document Accessibility (Google docs, Word, PDF)
12:00 pm to 01:00 pm
Zoom
This session provides an introduction to creating accessible documents in Google Docs, Microsoft Word, and PDFs. Participants will learn the fundamentals of digital accessibility, including how to use proper...
May
28
Introduction to Digital Accessibility Testing
11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Zoom
Audience: UCLA web editors, content creators, IT staff, and program managers Tools Covered: WAVE Chrome plug-in, Siteimprove Accessibility, manual keyboard testing By the end of this training, participants...