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Universal Design for PPI

The PPI Ignite Network are embracing the plus one approach for incrementally embedding universal design principles. The plus one approach uses small incremental changes to increase inclusiveness.

As we make these changes, we are sharing examples of how we did so in order that others can do the same.

More information on universal design can be found on UCD's University for All universal design webpage.

Simple steps to improve the accessibility of MS word documents used for PPI

We recently made changes to our (opens in a new window)Expectations of Engagement Template to make it more accessible for screen readers. 

This video takes you through 10 really simple steps that make Word documents accessible for people using screen readers. Closed captions are available on the video. The document used in the video, complete with the tips in the comments section can be downloaded by clicking the green button below. 

Contact PPI Ignite Network @ UCD

UCD Research, University College Dublin, Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland.
T: +353 1 716 4009 | E: ppi@ucd.ie | Location Map(opens in a new window)