Almere Tech #42
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Accessibility matters (for all)!
What does it really mean to depend on digitally accessible applications in everyday life?
We begin by trying to understand how people use screen readers, eye control and other assistive tools. Stijn Sprenkels will introduce the topic and show why choices that may seem small can make a big difference.
Next, UX/UI designer Consuelo Monsegur will share her experience designing accessible digital products, including an app she developed for the Special Olympics in Paraguay. Norman Sedney will talk about making websites more accessible in practice, drawing on his work with HuGo Almere and his initiative Digi Inclusie.
Finally, software developer Jeffrey de Looff will take us behind the scenes of the MijnKPN app. He will show how his team worked to improve its accessibility, from colours, spacing and responsive layouts to voice and keyboard use. His talk connects design decisions with the work needed to deliver accessible features to users.
There will be time for questions and discussion throughout the evening. Whether you design or develop digital products, work in education, or are simply curious about the topic, you are welcome to join us.
The program is as follows:
- 18:00 Doors open at De Nieuwe Bibliotheek.
- 18:15 Welcome by Stijn, with a simple snack and a drink.
- 18:45 Programme begins in De Nieuwe Zaal. Stijn introduces digital accessibility through practical examples, followed by talks from Consuelo and Norman.
- 19:15 Q&A and discussion about accessible design and its use in practice.
- 19:30 Jeffrey shares his experience making the MijnKPN app more accessible.
- 20:15 Q&A and discussion about the technology behind accessibility, followed by a short recap.
- 20:45 Drinks and informal conversation.
- 21:30 De Nieuwe Bibliotheek closes.
Hope to see you all again soon!
📌 Important details:
✅ Location: De Nieuwe Bibliotheek (https://maps.app.goo.gl/mGf5zXfT9XsCrCRJ7)
✅ Cost: Free!
✅ Afterparty: After this event we can continue the evening at Café op 2.