The University standard is to follow Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA as a minimum for all new digital content; however, WCAG 2.2 Level AA is preferred. These rules apply to anything digital that the University creates, uses, or manages and includes information technology obtained, provided, developed, and/or maintained by third-party vendors.

Procedures

• Digital Accessibility Audit Request Form

Applicable Laws and Standards

• Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), as amended
• Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
• U.S. Access Board: Electronic and Information Technology Accessibility Standards under Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
• U.S. Department of Justice Guidance on Web Accessibility and the ADA
• Code of Virginia: Information Technology Access Act
• HB 2541: Information Technology Access Act; digital accessibility, definitions, procurement requirements.
• W3C’s Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) Overview

UVA Policies

• University of Virginia Policy, IRM-008: University Information Technology Accessibility
• University of Virginia’s Notice of Non-Discrimination and Equal Opportunity