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What You Need to Know About the EAA

The European Accessibility Act (EAA) has now become law. This means that many products and services will need to meet specific accessibility requirements to ensure they can be used by people with disabilities.

The EAA aims to create a level playing field for people with:

• No vision
• Limited vision
• No perception of colour
• No hearing
• Limited hearing
  

Some brands may have missed it and still need to meet requirements. For other businesses, the EAA may not even apply but they just want to be more accessible.

To help you meet these standards, VoiceBox offers a range of accessibility services, including:

• Audio description
• Voice overs
• Subtitles
• Live captions
• Sign language
• Braille
• Accessible design

By ensuring your products and services are accessible, you're not only complying with the law but also opening up your business to a wider audience.

What you need to know about the UK Equality Act

The UK Equality Act 2010 requires organisations to make reasonable adjustments so people with disabilities are not placed at a disadvantage when accessing services, information or content.

This applies across many sectors, including public services, education, events, digital platforms and media. 

For some organisations, accessibility gaps may have been overlooked or deprioritised. For others, the legal requirements may feel unclear, or may not apply directly, but improving accessibility is still the right thing to do!

VoiceBox supports organisations in meeting the Equality Act’s accessibility expectations through audience-first solutions, including:

• Audio description
• Voice overs
• Subtitles and captions
• Live captions for events
• Sign language support
• Braille and alternative formats
• Accessible content and media design

By making your content and services more accessible, you’re not only supporting compliance with the Equality Act, but you’re also creating more inclusive experiences and reaching wider audiences.

If you’re unsure where to start, our team can help you understand what’s appropriate for your organisation and recommend next steps.

What you need to know about the ADA

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a US civil rights law that requires organisations to ensure people with disabilities have equal access to services, information and communications.

This includes digital content, media, events and public-facing communications, covering things like websites and videos to live streams, training content and in-person events.

VoiceBox helps organisations meet ADA accessibility expectations with practical advice and services. 

Accessibility requirements vary by country and market

Accessibility laws and standards can differ depending on where your organisation operates and who your audience is.

For example, organisations may need to consider:

• The ADA in the United States
• The Equality Act 2010 in the UK
• The European Accessibility Act (EAA) across the EU
• WCAG as a shared technical standard across many regions
• And more!

If you’re working across multiple markets, this can feel overwhelming. That’s where we come in!

If you’re unsure what’s required for your content or events, our team is here to guide you.