Articles Posted By Jessica Sanders

AboutJessica Sanders

Jessica Sanders has been in the document accessibility world for over a decade. Early in her career, she worked hands-on transcribing standard print into accessible formats like braille, large print, and audio and even helped Braille Works in their transition to Unified English Braille (UEB). After more than 5 years in transcription, Jessica decided it was time for a change and transitioned to Braille Works' marketing team. She now spends her time educating the world on the critical need for accessible documents.

Section 1557: Understanding Document Accessibility Requirements

May 8, 2025 at 10:00 am Published by Jessica Sanders Comments Off

The 2024 final rule updating Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) has stirred up uncertainty in the healthcare... View Article

Happy World Sight Day

October 8, 2024 at 11:00 am Published by Jessica Sanders Comments Off

On the second Thursday of October, people all around the world celebrate World Sight Day. This global event draws attention... View Article

Let’s start an Accessible Document Revolution

January 2, 2024 at 9:00 am Published by Jessica Sanders Comments Off

It’s time to start a movement. An Accessible Document Revolution, if you will. I recently asked a friend who’s blind... View Article

508 and WCAG: What’s the Difference?

October 6, 2023 at 10:00 am Published by Jessica Sanders Comments Off

Are you confused about the difference between Section 508 and WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines)? You’re not alone. Many people... View Article

Medicare Open Enrollment & Visual Disabilities: How to get the format you need

October 5, 2023 at 10:00 am Published by Jessica Sanders Comments Off

It’s just about time for Medicare’s open enrollment period, and we know you’re doing your research. The problem is that... View Article

Unseen Worlds with Dogs Inc

February 7, 2023 at 9:00 am Published by Jessica Sanders Comments Off

My coworkers and I recently had the pleasure of visiting Dogs Inc’s (formerly Southeastern Guide Dogs) Unseen Worlds. I knew... View Article

What is an accessible PDF?

August 4, 2022 at 9:00 am Published by Jessica Sanders Comments Off

At a glance: An accessible PDF is like a regular PDF that’s been modified so everyone, including people with disabilities,... View Article

How to Save Money on Remediating WCAG Documents

March 17, 2022 at 9:00 am Published by Jessica Sanders Comments Off

Following the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) is essential for any organization. Making your digital documents WCAG compliant is part... View Article

How much does braille cost?

March 10, 2022 at 9:00 am Published by Jessica Sanders Comments Off

Jump to: How much does braille cost? We’re asked this question a lot. We’re also asked how much accessible PDFs,... View Article

Online Accessibility Act: A Closer Look

October 29, 2020 at 10:00 am Published by Jessica Sanders Comments Off

Website access is important to most people in the United States; especially during a pandemic. We rely on websites to... View Article

Man and woman sitting at a table and shaking hands over a business deal agreement

Placesetting featuring glasses, plates, and silverware on a table in a restaurant

Man sitting and talking with other people, seemingly translating to them

Pillars symbolizing a government building

Elderly woman signing form at check-in desk at doctor's office

Electrical coils at an electricity distribution plant

Icon featuring a man with a seeing eye dog with 508 in the background

Icon featuring headphones and an EQ audio graph

Icon featuring simulated braille dots

Icon featuring a magnifying glass over a small capital A next to a larger capital A