Social media for all

Thursday, 26 November 2009 00:00

Social networking is revolutionising Internet communications, and Media Access Australia has today launched two products which will help people with disabilities take advantage of these changes.

The Social Media Guide looks at the accessibility features in a number of popular social media tools, including Skype, Facebook, YouTube and many others, while the Social Media Accessibility Review reports on the overall state of accessibility across social media.

“Social media are the cornerstones of modern communication and it is essential that people with disabilities, who can become socially isolated, are able to use these tools and stay connected with the world. The Guide and Review are part of MAA’s ongoing contribution to make all forms of electronic media accessible,” said MAA CEO Alex Varley.

Martin Cahill, New Media Coordinator at MAA, who has been preparing the review says, "Technology is changing all the time and we expect to continually improve and update the guide with new social media services. And in true social style, we welcome any further ideas or suggestions that you might have to help others in their pursuit of accessible web services."

The products are available from the New Media section of the MAA website, which is fully accessible for people with disabilities. You can access these products by navigating to the Social Media Guide and the Social Media Accessibility Review.