Episode #8
Digital Equity: A Conversation with Aaron Page
Send us Fan Mail What does digital equity really look like—and how can organizations make accessibility part of their foundation rather than an afterthought? In this episode of the Riveo Impact Lab podcast, we speak with Aaron Page, Vice President of Accessibility at Allyant and a blind technologist with extensive experience in digital accessibility. Aaron explains why true digital equity goes beyond providing accommodations: accessible websites, mobile apps, PDFs, and digital services should simply work for people with disabilities from the start. Drawing on his professional expertise and lived experience as a screen-reader user, Aaron discusses the business and human impact of proactive accessibility. He also explores the risks associated with inaccessible third-party technology, the importance of evaluating accessibility during procurement, and why organizations should include people with disabilities in testing and decision-making. You’ll also hear practical ways businesses, nonprofits, educational institutions, and government organizations can begin improving digital accessibility—including inventorying digital assets, adding a skip-to-main-content link, creating a meaningful accessibility statement, and establishing a way for users to report barriers. Accessibility is not a box to check or a destination an organization reaches once. It is an evolving journey—and small, intentional steps can create meaningful impact over time. Listen to learn: • What digital equity means and how it differs from accommodation • Why proactive accessibility supports better business operations • How third-party platforms can create accessibility and liability risks • Why lived-experience testing is essential • Practical first steps toward more accessible digital experiences • How accessible design benefits organizations, customers, and communities The Riveo Impact Lab is produced for you by Riveo Creative . For more Riveo Impact Lab content, including the video versions of all our episodes, please visit https://riveocreative.com/riveo-impact-lab/ .
