IAAP - International Association of Accessibility Professionals published a new GitHub Accessibility Scanner plugin exploring how automated testing can identify common alt-text issues, including missing text, filenames, generic descriptions, and repetitive alt text.

IAAP Mission The mission of the International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP) is to define, promote and improve the accessibility profession globally through networking, education and certification in order to enable the creation of accessible products, content, services, and environments. IAAP Strategic Goals Association Development Develop and fully execute a complete governance model to ensure the success of the association both financially and in meeting the overall goals for its membership. Individual Professional Development Develop and implement activities, including a certification program, to enable professionals working in accessibility and those interested in knowing more about accessibility to influence and implement accessibility within any organization. Organizational Development Develop resources and programs by which organizations, corporations and government entities can learn and grow their accessibility strategies to increase overall access and opportunities for persons with disabilities. Community Development Develop a program to make connections amongst the broader accessibility community and beyond to reach the goal of supporting existing efforts and grow the numbers within the profession.

Founded 2014