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Accessibility isn’t merely a notion or process at Mangrove—it’s a guiding principle that shapes who we are as an organization. One of the things we cherish most about being a B Corp is the opportunity to discuss business strategy and principles within a community of organizations that share our values. We’re thrilled to attend this year’s B Corp Champions Retreat, including participating in a panel discussion about this critical topic. Here’s a closer look at this exciting opportunity!

In a digital landscape where every click shapes perceptions and influences decisions, investing in accessibility is a strategic move that can significantly boost your business. Here’s a look at the key steps you can take to build a convincing case for this important and strategic undertaking.

On May 1, 2024, it will become mandatory for public sector organizations, libraries and educational institutions in Manitoba, Canada, to comply with the Accessibility Standard for Information and Communication under The Accessibility for Manitobans Act (AMA). With that deadline drawing near and another close behind, many organizations are wondering if their websites are compliant with the AMA.

It’s critical to ensure that everyone can use your website; first and foremost, it’s the ethical thing to do. Second, it’s good for business, and finally, it could keep you out of legal trouble. In the fifth and final article in our accessibility series we provide an overview of accessibility legal considerations in the U.S. and Canada.

Has it been a few of years since your website got any love? Has your organization grown or changed its mission? Have you done an accessibility report and checked your site speed? Take a look behind the curtain — we’re sharing the questionnaire we use internally when clients ask if it’s time to rebuild their website.

As a group of website designers, developers and content creators, we recognize our responsibility to make our own site, and the sites we create, more accessible for all users. We have also committed to sharing information that will help our peers take steps toward greater accessibility. This post, the third in our 4-part series, aims to do just that.

If you want to start to make your site more accessible without a ton of heavy lifting, content is a great place to begin. Many of the key considerations can be addressed quickly and easily without back-end support. Here are a few tips to help you get started.

With an estimated 48.9 million people in the US living with a disability, it’s crucial for companies to prioritize website accessibility.