W3C Australia Chapter Breakfast: Challenges at the Technology and Disability Intersection
Join us in Perth for an exclusive in-person session with guest speaker Dr. Jason White, Chair of the W3C’s Research Questions Task Force (RQTF). Dr. White will lead an insightful session exploring: "Challenges at the Technology and Disability Intersection".
Om begivenheden
GrackleDocs is proud to co-sponsor this special W3C Australian Chapter morning event in Perth, featuring guest speaker Dr. Jason White.
Detaljer om begivenheden
📅 Date: Tuesday, 13 October, 9:30am – 11am AWST
📍 Location: Ruth Faulkner Library – Meeting Room 1, Cloverdale WA, Australia
🔗 Event Info / Registration
The Purpose of the Event
As technology advances at a rapid pace, ensuring emerging tools, standards, and digital environments remain accessible to people with disabilities is both a critical necessity and a complex challenge. In his talk, “Challenges at the Technology and Disability Intersection,” Dr. White will explore the key research, technological shifts, and accessibility considerations shaping the future of the Web and digital platforms.
About the Speaker
Dr. Jason White is a leading global expert in digital accessibility and web standards. He serves as Chair of the Research Questions Task Force (RQTF), a specialized group operating under the Accessible Platform Architectures (APA) Working Group at the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C). The RQTF focuses on identifying and analyzing research questions related to web accessibility, emerging technologies, and user requirements for people with disabilities.
Hvorfor deltage?
Join local industry leaders, accessibility advocates, researchers, and web professionals for a morning of insightful discussion, networking, and breakfast — a rare chance to hear directly from one of the W3C’s leading voices on accessibility research.
Kom i kontakt med GrackleDocs
This event is proudly hosted by the W3C Australian Chapter. Special thanks to our fellow event sponsors and proud W3C members, Centre for Accessibility Australia and GrackleDocs, for supporting Dr. White’s visit to Perth. This event is supported by the Centre for Accessibility Australia Systemic Advocacy grant, provided by the Department of Communities Western Australia.
Spaces are limited — please register by October 9th to secure your spot.
