A screen reader user and a digital map creator discuss the challenges and best practices of making interactive web maps that work for everyone.

The State of Minnesota's Office of Accessibility will host a conversation between a screen reader user and a map maker to discuss key accessibility questions including:

• Are some types of web maps easier to use than others?
• What are common barriers for screen reader users when using web maps?
• How can map designers/creators make maps more accessible?
• Are there certain "cheat codes" that assistive technology (AT) users can use when navigating web maps?
• Is it ok for web map creators to create custom navigation for their maps?

Speakers:

• Lolly Lijewski, retired digital accessibility coordinator and audio description consultant
• Jason Ewert, GIS Application Analyst, MNIT Partnering with MPCA

Connection information

Please join the conversation Thursday, May 21, at 1 p.m. Central. This session will run one hour .

The event includes CART captions and ASL interpreting services.