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Since 2014, A11yBay has been the place for Bay Area developers, designers, accessibility, usability and any other high-tech professionals who have an interest in digital (web, mobile, etc.) accessibility and users with different disabilities to network and learn from each other. Whether you: work on digital accessibility and are eager to share your knowledge, want to learn how to make what you are creating accessible to and inclusive of users with different disabilities, and/or are keen to network with like-minded professionals, this group is for you.
Upcoming events (1)
See all- An In-Person Evening with The Accidental AllyIntuit Inc. - Building 22, Mountain View, CA
About This Meetup:
Join us at Intuit for an in-person evening with our friends at The Accidental Ally. Their mission is "to create engaging, enriching work experiences that fuel the financial prosperity and wellbeing of people with cognitive & intellectual disabilities.For this in-person only event, we will have two talks.
My Journey to Inclusivity: Down Syndrome & A11y Testing
This presentation offers a heartfelt exploration of the importance of accessibility testing through the unique perspective of an individual with Down syndrome. Join us as Rohan shares his personal experiences, inspire collaboration, and ignite a passion for making the digital world a more inclusive place for all. Together, we'll uncover the power of empathy, teamwork, and advocacy in creating a more accessible future.Empowering Inclusivity: A Down Syndrome Xbox Ambassador
This presentation, titled "Empowering Inclusivity: A Down Syndrome Xbox Ambassador's Journey," takes you on a journey through the life of Michael, a passionate gamer with Down Syndrome. Discover how he became an Xbox Ambassador. Through engaging visuals and personal anecdotes, you'll gain insight into the importance of inclusivity, find inspiration to become an advocate yourself, and learn how fostering a sense of community benefits gamers of all abilities. Join us in unlocking a more inclusive gaming future.Rohan's Bio:
Rohan enjoys life and all the opportunities that come along. In the summer of 2022, Rohan made history as the first intern with Down syndrome to be hired by Five9. He worked as a Digital Web Marketing intern and helped the Five9 team make their website accessible. Rohan recently delivered his first presentation at CSUN and received a standing ovation from the audience. He dreams of becoming a QE expert with a specialization in Web Accessibility, Localization, and Security testing skills. Rohan is also learning Spanish and gets super excited to engage in conversations with others in Spanish. He enjoys sports and participated in Special Olympics Basketball and Softball for several years. Rohan is the Executive Admin Assistant & Culture Champion at The Accidental Ally. Rohan on Linkedin.Michael's Bio:
Michael is an avid gamer who has a large collection of video games. He qualified for the Xbox Ambassador Program and has been working diligently on learning about accessibility in gaming. He is on an exciting journey to make gaming inclusive for everyone. He is also learning about the Youtube platform and is responsible for growing the Accidental Ally Youtube channel audience and views. He loves using AI to boost his productivity. Music and movies light up his days, and he loves being a supportive team member. Michael is the Chief Happiness Cheerleader for Team Accidental Ally and is all about spreading positivity, teamwork, and joy. Michael on Linkedin.Important Event Logistics:
We will contact you to confirm your name that appears on your government issued ID and to obtain your email address because this is needed for Intuit Building Security. Failure to respond by April 25 will result in your name not being included on the guest list. We appreciate your cooperation.Light snacks will be served starting at 5:00.
For those taking public transportation, there is shuttle service provided by MVgo last mile shuttles from the Mountain View Transit Center. The center is located on the Evelyn Avenue side of the Mountain View Caltrain Station. You must get off the shuttle at the Marine Way and Garcia Ave stop.
We recommend boarding Route C https://mvgo.org/routes/c/ from the Mountain View Transit Center at either: 4:35 PM, 5:05 PM, or 5:24 PM; or
Route D https://mvgo.org/routes/d/ at either: 4:11 PM, 4:52 PM, or 5:08 PM.
We will make sure to end in time for folks needing to catch the last shuttle back to the Mountain View Caltrain station which leaves from the Marine Way and Garcia Ave stop at 7:32 PM.
For those driving, there is parking in uncovered lots at Intuit.Event Agenda:
5:00 – 6:00 Light snacks; socializing & networking6:00 – 6:15 Introductions; community employment opportunities
6:15 – 7:15 Presentation by The Accidental Ally
Access and Accommodations: If you have access or accommodation needs, please advise us of any accommodation requests no later than Friday, April 19, to allow us time to confirm accommodations.
