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The UK is now the fourth largest e-commerce market globally. This rise changes the priority of website accessibility on retail sites from something that should be done to something that has to be done. Check out our guide to find out everything you need to know including: Background on the rise of online shopping Who needs help with website accessibility Why digital barriers are a problem for online retailers Website build tips for an accessible retail website Digitally inclusive online retailers Overview of Recite Me data in the online retail sector Download this guide to find out how to succeed in the online retail industry by adopting accessible website best practices.

The end of the financial year is fast approaching. Come March 31st, all public sector companies will be rolling out their budgets and development plans for the rest of 2022 and into 2023, and web accessibility provisions should absolutely be part of that. With more and more people relying upon online information, those in the public sector are under increasing pressure to keep their users updated with all of the relevant information and news. Download our guide to find out why digital barriers are a problem, why digital inclusion is vital in the public sector and how Recite Me assistive technology can help. If your organisation isn’t already taking steps to make your products and services inclusive, it’s time to start. Together, we can make a difference and provide everyone with equal access to vital information online.

As we enter 2022, it’s becoming increasingly evident that online accessibility and inclusion factors are far from a passing fad. If your organisation isn’t already taking steps to make your products and services inclusive, it’s time to start. But, who needs help accessing online information? What are some of the specific trends to be aware of? And how does a business go about making its online services inclusive? Download our guide to find out.

It will come as no surprise that internet use continued to skyrocket throughout 2021. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there was a sharp shift towards online commerce and communication. This has considerably helped to increase the focus on accessibility and inclusion, it has changed from something that should be done to something that must be done. To bridge the gap between accessibility and inclusion many organisations now offer assistive technology to enable visitors to customise their online experience. In 2021 Recite Me saw toolbar users increase by 90% to over 3.4 million people being supported online. This report will examine our data from 2021 and will be broken down by sector to identify trends from over the past year.

By their very nature, charities actively work towards equality and inclusion, so right from the very start, we have a clear shared goal. At Recite Me, our focus is always on the benefits to the end-user and how web accessibility technology can bring people together. Download our Charity Online Accessibility Guide to find out the benefits of an inclusive charity website, organisations we already support, and our charity data from the past year.

Utility services are not readily available to all because many of our most vulnerable citizens face significant barriers when accessing information online. Download our guide for utility companies to start your accessibility journey.

Download our Accessibility and Inclusion Guide that is packed full of facts and information to understand the world of online accessibility and kick start your journey.

Recite Me’s accessibility and language options help organizations to attract and support a diverse range of candidates throughout the online recruitment journey.

Recite Me assistive technology helps organizations support vulnerable populations with access to vital information by providing an inclusive barrier-free user experience on their websites.

Recite Me assistive technology supports travel organizations to provide an inclusive and easy-to-use experience on their websites for a diverse range of international visitors.

Every home needs access to gas, water and electricity. Yet, utility services are not always readily available to all. Throughout the last year, many customers have been homebound due to COVID-19 restrictions and unable to access services and information easily online. One of the easiest ways to ensure information is accessible to all is to utilize assistive technology.

The not-for-profit sector is well known for supporting some of the most vulnerable members of our society. So it makes sense that many charities and not-for-profit organizations are taking the lead in tackling web accessibility as a way of championing their causes as efficiently as possible. Recite Me assistive technology supports many charities and not-for-profit organizations to engage with their audience.

On October 18th, 2021 Recite Me launched our very first ‘What Does Accessibility Mean to Me?’ week and we’re delighted to say it went brilliantly. 5 days were spent delving into a broad range of accessibility, diversity, and inclusion topics. At the center of our Accessibility Awareness week was the ‘What Does Accessibility Mean to Me?’ webinar. Our expert panel discussed what accessibility means to them, shared personal experiences, professional standpoints, and insights on what everyone can do to be more inclusive. Our Webinar Statistics and Takeaways download includes information about the panellists, key facts and statistics covered during the webinar and answers to some of the fantastic questions asked by the audience during the session.

Our 'What Does Accessibility Mean To Me?' awareness week will run from the 18th to 22nd of October. This is a time for us to come together and to get everyone talking and learning about accessibility, diversity, and inclusion. Our resource packs will help you engage, educate, and communicate the importance of accessibility for all. Each pack includes: An awareness brief Blog articles Social media posts and graphics Staff questions Email templates Logos

Distance and remote learning have always been popular. However, in the ever-changing landscape of 2020 and 2021, many education institutions that offer regular attendance programmes have found themselves scrambling to switch to online and remote learning formats. But it’s not as straightforward as simply converting materials, lectures, and workshop plans into a digital structure. It is important to consider that not everyone learns in the same way. Different learning styles and different abilities must be accounted for, so digital materials must be inclusive of everyone, not just available to everyone. Download our Education Report which looks at why digital barriers are a problem for students, why you should provide support online, Recite Me education clients and an overview of our data from the past year.