Accessibility Information

The Stanford Online Accessibility Program (SOAP)

Online accessibility awareness is increasing at an enormous rate. Content owners understand not only that there are potential legal ramifications of inaccessible content, but that ensuring accessible content is both smart and the right thing to do. Studies indicate that 1 in 4 web users will directly benefit from the incorporation of accessible design into web sites. Moreover, today's multitude of web-enabled devices rely on online content that has been optimized, not for a specific browser, but rather for Universal Accessibility.

The Stanford Online Accessibility Program (SOAP) provides guidance and insight to the Stanford community as they use various online means to share information to their respective constituents. The SOAP website contains a number of resource materials outlining best practices, legal requirements and ramifications, development guidelines and more. It also provides tips, tricks and tutorials geared towards the web developer/designer - from the novice to the experienced. The developers toolbox has a variety of tools that all content creators can employ as they create and publish online material on campus. Finally, information is provided regarding a number of consulting services offered, from training and compliance assessment to assistance in the design and development process - whether done in-house or contracted outside of the campus.