Accessibility Policy

A formal organizational document that defines an institution's commitment to digital accessibility, typically specifying the standards to be followed (such as WCAG conformance levels), roles and responsibilities, timelines for compliance, and mechanisms for monitoring and enforcement. An accessibility policy communicates the organization's approach to accessibility and sets expectations for all staff involved in creating digital content. Research shows that the absence of a clear accessibility policy is a significant barrier to achieving WCAG compliance, particularly in complex organizations like universities where content is created by many people across multiple departments.