About us
The Accessibility (A11y) Allies is a networking group for accessibility professionals and advocates.
We have in-person gatherings once a month on the 2nd Tuesday of each month.
We use a roundtable format that allows the conversation to flow naturally from person to person. This format offers a space to connect, exchange ideas, and support one another in advancing digital equity across industries.
Each session focuses on meaningful conversation, shared experiences, and community building. Whether you work in design, development, policy, content, or simply care about creating a more inclusive digital world, you are welcome here.
Join our online discussions in our LinkedIn Group and connect with others who believe access is a right, not an afterthought.
Upcoming events
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A11y Allies Roundtable: Are checklists leaving people out in the cold?
Tank Stream Labs Melbourne, Collins Street, Level 5 & 6/440 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Melbourne, AU## Accessibility Allies monthly roundtable - on Monday
Normally the 2nd Tuesday of each month.
Proudly supported by Builure.### Topic for August: Are checklists leaving people out in the cold?
Passing a checklist doesn’t mean it's accessible. Join us with special guests to discuss WCAG, Section 508, and other checklists. Ever wanted to know how WCAG guidelines are made? This is your chance to learn about version 3, and how you can be part of it.
- Charlii Parker, Senior Usability and Accessibility Consultant at TTC Global.
- Amanda Mace, Australian Chapter Manager for W3C.
Wear your favourite winter scarf as we discuss how we can build digital experiences that don’t leave people out in the cold.
Meet accessibility professionals and advocates.- No presentations
- Open discussion
- Exchange ideas
- Genuine connections
### Monday 10 August 2026 < Note: This month will be on Monday, not Tuesday
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
#### Free
Registration via Humanitix is essential (for building access).
Light refreshments provided (including gluten-free and vegan).#### Location
Tank Stream Labs
440 Collins Street, Melbourne- Quiet exclusive space
- Wheelchair access
- Accessible toilet
Building Entry
Enter via the entrance on Collins Street.
Come to Level 5. Meet other attendees.Running late?
Post a message to let us know you'll be late with an ETA. We will come get you when you arrive.Accessibility questions
Please contact us if you have any accessibility needs or questions not covered in the FAQs. We will do what we can to help you feel comfortable attending.19 attendees
A11y Allies Roundtable: Recruitment without Barriers
WeWork (sign in on level 22), 120 Spencer Street, Melbourne, AUAccessibility Allies monthly roundtable
2nd Tuesday of each month
Proudly supported by BuilureTopic for September: Recruitment without Barriers
Learn how to access talented staff with strengths and abilities workplaces need but often overlook.Join us for a discussion about how people with disability can provide skills and abilities your workplace needs.
Learn about alternative recruitment programs that help people with disability to become valuable staff.
Meet accessibility professionals and advocates.
- No presentations
- Open discussion
- Exchange ideas
- Genuine connections
Tuesday 8 September 2026
6 pm - 8 pmFree
Light refreshments provided (incl vegetarian and GF)Location: WeWork
120 Spencer Street, Melbourne- Quiet exclusive space
- Wheelchair access
- Accessible toilet
This is a secure building so registration via Humanitix is essential
Building Entry
Enter via the entrance on Spencer Street.
Meet near the green couches in the lobby. Meet other attendees. You will be escorted to level 22 to sign in.Running late?
Post a message to let us know you'll be late with an ETA. We will come get you when you arrive.Accessibility
Please contact us if you have any accessibility needs or questions not covered in the FAQs on the event registration page. We will do what we can to help you feel comfortable attending.Please contact us if you have any accessibility needs or questions about this event.
3 attendees
A11y Allies Roundtable: Accessibility Horror Stories
WeWork (sign in on level 22), 120 Spencer Street, Melbourne, AUAccessibility Allies monthly roundtable
2nd Tuesday of each month
Proudly supported by BuilureTopic for October: Accessibility Horror Stories
Bring your favourite example of an “accessibility horror story” (#AccessibilityFail) and let’s discuss how it could have been avoided. This isn’t about naming and shaming; this is about workshopping solutions.Wearing a spooky hat is optional, but encouraged.
Meet accessibility professionals and advocates.
- No presentations
- Open discussion
- Exchange ideas
- Genuine connections
Tuesday 13 October 2026
5:30 pm - 7:30 pmFree
Light refreshments provided (incl vegetarian and GF)Location: WeWork
120 Spencer Street, Melbourne- Quiet exclusive space
- Wheelchair access
- Accessible toilet
This is a secure building so registration via Humanitix is essential.
Building Entry
Enter via the entrance on Spencer Street.
Meet near the green couches in the lobby. Meet other attendees. You will be escorted to level 22 to sign in.Running late?
Post a message to let us know you'll be late with an ETA. We will come get you when you arrive.Accessibility
Please contact us if you have any accessibility needs or questions not covered in the FAQs on the event registration page. We will do what we can to help you feel comfortable attending.Please contact us if you have any accessibility needs or questions about this event.
4 attendees
Past events
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