Web Site Accessibility The Internet and resources such as
websites, web applications and digital content are among the
primary vehicles by which information reaches the Sonoma State
University community. Given the central presence of the Internet
in delivering information and services, it is essential that web
accessibility be a priority. Writing for the Web How to Write in
Plain English (PDF) from the UK's Plain English Campaign -
Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act requires web content and
other IT tools and resources to meet accessibility standards.
Section 508 standards are based in part on WAI (Web
Accessibility Initiative) Priority 1 and 2 guidelines. These are
the minimum standards that SSU pages must meet. - Web
Accessibility Initiative (WAI) - Part of the W3C (World Wide Web
Consortium), the WAI has established guidelines for making
accessible web content. Guidelines are ranked into three
priority levels. Site includes news, guidelines, techniques,
training and more. - Web Accessibility In Mind (We