Thread by @HabenGirma

It’s #HelenKeller’s birthday & the start of #Deafblind Awareness Week! Deafblind people face higher levels of depression in part because ableist barriers often exclude us from conversations. Today, and every day, practice these steps to help make your stories more accessible. 1/5

1. If you post a photo, add image descriptions, also called alt text. Describe the key details in the image so someone who can’t see it can receive the emotional message through words. If there is text in the image, include that, too. Tap “Alt” on my photo for a sample. 2/5

2. Videos should have captions, on-screen text that captures the video’s audio. Bold, large font that contrasts with the background is easier for people with low vision. 3/5

3. Include transcripts with your videos. Many Deafblind people like myself can’t see captions, so pasting the transcript next to the video or providing a link to a transcript helps more people access the video. 4/5

Thank you to everyone doing the work to make our world more accessible, and Happy Birthday Helen Keller! #a11y #Accessibility 5/5