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Accessibility advocates say alt text separates publishing from communicating

Original: Social media accessibility isn't optional, it's the difference between publishing and communicating. Alt text, captions,

Commenters are arguing that social media accessibility is not optional but the difference between publishing and communicating. They point out that alt text, captions and plain language are simple measures that require deliberate intent, and criticise social media strategies that measure reach while effectively locking out disabled users. The discussion frames accessibility features as basic communication practice rather than an added extra.

Why now: Debate over inclusive social media practices and criticism of strategies that ignore disabled users is drawing attention.

Heather PenningtonAlex Stewart

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Evidence

• Social media accessibility isn't optional, it's the difference between publishing and communicating. Alt text, captions, and plain language are simple, but require intention. If your social strategy measures reach while locking users out, Heather Pennington and Alex Stewart… · deconspray · 2

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