#151 – Elena Brescacin on Accessibility Challenges and Solutions

WP Tavern

In this episode I talk with accessibility consultant Elena Brescacin from Italy. We discuss the Block Editor's benefits, and areas for improvement, such as better search block functionality and template duplication for multilingual sites. Elena emphasises WordPress' backend accessibility and suggests more consistent focus for testing websites. We explore Elena's experiences with internet accessibility, challenges in real-world events, and her active participation in the WordPress community. Despite technical frustrations, Elena remains an advocate for accessibility, emphasising the importance of educating others and raising awareness. If you’re curious about web accessibility, particularly how WordPress is used to create content, this episode is for you.