How to work with India Kaltsas?
Accessibility Consultant specializing in Screen Reader Accessibility
India is working toward attaining her IAAP Certification!
We are thrilled to announce that India has taken a significant step towards enhancing her expertise in accessibility! She has been diligently working through DeQue University courses in preparation for the IAAP Certified Expert Exam, which is planned for later this year. If you are also interested in taking a course, please visit Deque University.
What is IAAP Certification?
The IAAP Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC) credential is IAAP's foundational certification. It represents her broad knowledge of the following:
Disabilities
Accessibility and universal design
Accessibility-related standards, laws, and management strategies
What does this mean for you and your company?
Working with India means you’ll have an expert dedicated to enhancing your digital accessibility and ensuring compliance with the latest industry standards.
Services she offers:
Accessibility Audit & Recommendations: Comprehensive reviews of websites and apps to evaluate accessibility for screen readers. Receive a detailed Google sheet outlining findings and recommendations.
Deliverables: A detailed report (Google Sheet) outlining findings and providing actionable steps to address and resolve accessibility issues.
4 video recordings (NVDA, JAWS, Narrator; iOS Voiceover for mobile accessibility) demonstrating how India navigates the web or apps and completes 2-3 specific tasks of your choice.
Estimated Time: 1-2 hours
Total Cost: $45-90
*Any additional hours are billed at $45 per hour
A detailed accessibility report in Google Sheet
Accessibility Testing: Evaluate websites and apps for screen reader compatibility and usability, ensuring inclusivity for all users.
Deliverables: You will receive 2 video recordings of your choice (JAWS, NVDA, Narrator, and iOS Screen Reader) demonstrating how India navigates the web or apps to complete 2 to 3 specific tasks of your choice. Here are sample recordings: NVDA & JAWS
Estimated Time: 1-2 hours
Total Cost: $45-90
*Any additional hours are billed at $45 per hour
India auditing a website using JAWS and NVDA on her laptop.
To stay connected with India, go to her Linkedin, or visit We See Different, a community-based resource agency that guides families new to supporting a family member with vision impairment or blindness. Begin your accessibility journey today and make your products accessible to all users. Here are other ways to contact her.
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Thank you again for staying tuned! If you have any questions, suggestions, or stories to share about your accessibility journey, we'd love to hear from you. Please email us at info@elegantlyA.com