Accessibility ()
PURI: http://data.europa.eu/2sa/elap/accessibility Category: Digital Public Service Implementation Scope: Business agnostic Principle: Accessibility Statement: (Statement) Accessibility ensures that data, services, and solutions from public administrations are available and usable by all citizens, regardless of their capabilities, background, or disabilities, through standardised mechanisms. IoP Layer: Organisational IoP, Semantic IoP, Technical IoP Principle Source: Towards a Framework for Identifying and Measuring the Benefits of Accessibility About source: This publication explores the broader economic and social benefits of accessibility, including how it supports social equity and reduces digital divides. It also discusses the importance of legal frameworks and standardised mechanisms. PA Governance: Common Influence in DPS Implementation life-cycle: Obligation Influence in implemented DPS attribute: Obligation
elap:PURIhttp://data.europa.eu/2sa/elap/accessibility
dct:titleAccessibility
dct:description(Statement) Accessibility ensures that data, services, and solutions from public administrations are available and usable by all citizens, regardless of their capabilities, background, or disabilities, through standardised mechanisms.
dct:description(Rationale) Implementing the principle of Accessibility when providing public services is crucial for promoting inclusivity and ensuring that all citizens can benefit from public services and data. Service accessibility ensures that public services are designed to be perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust, catering to the diverse needs of all citizens, including those with disabilities. By adhering to accessibility principles, public administrations can enhance user experience, foster trust, and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Accessibility also supports social equity by providing equal opportunities for all individuals to access information and services, thereby reducing digital divides and fostering a more inclusive society.
dct:description(Implications) To effectively implement Accessibility, organisations must adopt standardised mechanisms. Public sector bodies must take necessary measures to make their electronic services perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust. This includes designing, constructing, maintaining, and updating digital services with accessibility principles and techniques in mind, ensuring that all citizens, regardless of their digital capabilities, can access and benefit from these services. Additionally, organisations should implement regular accessibility audits and user testing to identify and address any barriers. Training and awareness programs for staff are essential to embed accessibility considerations into the organisational culture. Legal and regulatory frameworks should be established and enforced to ensure compliance with accessibility standards, promoting a consistent and inclusive approach across all public services.
elap:scopeBusiness agnostic
elap:CategoryDigital Public Service Implementation
dct:sourceTowards a Framework for Identifying and Measuring the Benefits of Accessibility
dct:sourcehttps://www.oecd.org/en/publications/towards-a-framework-for-identifying-and-measuring-the-benefits-of-accessibility_9c674d70-en.html
rdfs:commentThis publication explores the broader economic and social benefits of accessibility, including how it supports social equity and reduces digital divides. It also discusses the importance of legal frameworks and standardised mechanisms.
dcat:themeOrganisational IoP, Semantic IoP, Technical IoP
elap:paGovernanceCommon
elap:influenceInDPSLifecycleObligation
elap:influenceInDPSAttributeObligation