October 2026: Campus Accessibility Awareness Month

Digital Accessibility Compliance Alert

By April 26, 2027, all public entities, including UNC Charlotte, must ensure their websites and mobile apps comply with a technical standard that requires websites and digital tools to be usable for everyone, including individuals with disabilities. 

This means all digital instructional materials, documents, forms, audio, video, and websites produced after April 26, 2027, on the University’s behalf, must comply with The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) Version 2.1, Level AA, which is the technical standard required by the Department of Justice’s regulations implementing Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

With the launch of the University Policy 319: Accessibility of Web Content and Mobile Applications, the campus is moving beyond compliance to a “culture of care.” Accessibility isn’t just a technical requirement, but a pedagogical commitment that ensures all learners have universal access to course content. 

Become A Digital accessibility champion

The Digital Accessibility Champion certificate recognizes faculty and staff who have demonstrated a foundational commitment to creating inclusive digital experiences at UNC Charlotte.