From 81f4444b5b8e764b0e7335fd77b5e6d6cfd7530d Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Mythili2442 Date: Fri, 8 Aug 2025 12:55:58 +0530 Subject: [PATCH] added content --- docs/accessibility-testing.md | 4 +++- 1 file changed, 3 insertions(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/docs/accessibility-testing.md b/docs/accessibility-testing.md index efba38a6b..61a2e3926 100644 --- a/docs/accessibility-testing.md +++ b/docs/accessibility-testing.md @@ -90,8 +90,10 @@ The EAA applies to a wide range of digital products and services, including: Ensuring accessibility compliance is not just good practice but a legal necessity. Several laws mandate accessibility standards to protect the rights of individuals with disabilities: +- **Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG):** These guidelines are internationally recognized and provide recommendations to make web content more accessible. They are often referenced by many laws and set the standard for compliance. - **American Disabilities Act (ADA):** Ensures U.S. websites and digital platforms are accessible to people with disabilities. Non-compliance can result in legal actions, fines, and reputational damage. -- **Section 508:** Mandates that federal agencies and contractors provide accessible electronic information technology, including websites and apps, to individuals with disabilities. +- **Section 508 (Rehabilitation Act):** Mandates that federal agencies and contractors provide accessible electronic information technology, including websites and apps, to individuals with disabilities. +- **Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA):** A Canadian law that requires businesses in Ontario to ensure that their websites and online services are accessible to individuals with disabilities. ## Benefits of Accessibility Testing