Overview
Accessibility is an evolving field, and ongoing learning is an important part of building accessibility knowledge and skills.
This page highlights upcoming events, workshops, webinars, office hours, training opportunities, and community learning activities related to digital accessibility at UC Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR).
Whether you are new to accessibility or looking to deepen your expertise, participating in accessibility events can help you stay informed, connect with colleagues, and learn practical strategies for creating more accessible digital content and technology.
Upcoming Events
Upcoming accessibility-related events will be posted here as they become available.
Examples may include:
- Accessibility workshops
- Webinars
- Lunch-and-learn sessions
- Office hours
- Community of Practice meetings
- Guest speaker presentations
- Accessibility awareness events
Check this page regularly for updates and registration information.
Office Hours
Accessibility office hours provide an informal opportunity to:
- Ask accessibility questions
- Discuss specific accessibility challenges
- Review accessibility issues
- Learn about available resources
- Receive guidance on accessibility best practices
Office hours are open to anyone seeking support or looking to expand their knowledge of accessibility.
Community of Practice
The Digital Accessibility Community of Practice provides a space for collaboration, discussion, and knowledge sharing across UC ANR.
Community activities may include:
- Peer learning
- Show-and-tell sessions
- Resource sharing
- Discussion forums
- Lessons learned
- Accessibility success stories
Participation is encouraged for anyone interested in advancing accessibility within their area of responsibility.
Learn more on the Community of Practice page.
Accessibility Awareness Events
Throughout the year, various accessibility awareness and educational events may be promoted through UC ANR and the broader University of California community.
Examples may include:
- Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD)
- National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)
- Accessibility-focused conferences and summits
- UC accessibility events
- Community presentations and workshops
These events provide opportunities to learn from accessibility practitioners, educators, advocates, and individuals with lived experience.
Past Events and Recordings
When available, recordings, presentation materials, and related resources from previous events may be added to the Resource Library.
Past events can provide valuable learning opportunities for individuals who were unable to attend live sessions.
Suggest an Event
Have an idea for a webinar, workshop, training topic, or guest speaker?
Feedback and suggestions are welcome and help ensure that future events address the accessibility topics most relevant to the UC ANR community.
Visit Contact Us to submit suggestions or share ideas for future accessibility programming.
Learning Through Engagement
Training materials and written guidance are important, but knowledge of accessibility often grows through conversation, practice, and shared experience.
Participating in events, workshops, office hours, and community discussions can help build confidence, develop skills, and strengthen accessibility practices across UC ANR.
By learning together, we can create more inclusive digital experiences and reduce barriers for the communities we serve.