Constructing an accessibility elevator pitch

Everyone in accessibility needs an accessibility elevator pitch

Bank of elevator buttons G, M, 2–6 with braille, 6th floor is lit up — Photo by Arisa Chattasa on Unsplash

Accessibility elevator pitches are essential for two reasons:

Introducing yourself and explaining what you do.
Immediate, pre-programmed come-backs to people who express disinterest in accessibility.

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Blogger, disability advocate, nerd. Bringing the fire on ableism. A11y Architect @ VMware. Wheelchair user w/ a deaf daughter. CS, Law, and Business background

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