Open Inclusion
Inclusive Research Platform
Overview
Accessibility-focused inclusive research platform — led redesign implementing WCAG 2.1 guidelines for participatory innovation.
Tech Stack
Key Highlights
Achieved WCAG 2.1 AA compliance across the entire platform
Built accessible component library with comprehensive ARIA support and keyboard navigation
Implemented screen reader optimizations reducing task completion time by 45% for assistive tech users
Created inclusive survey builder supporting multiple input modalities
The Challenge
Open Inclusion facilitates participatory research with people of all abilities. The platform needed a complete accessibility overhaul to ensure that participants using screen readers, switch controls, voice commands, and other assistive technologies could engage with research activities as effectively as any other user.
My Approach
I led the accessibility redesign by first auditing the entire platform against WCAG 2.1 AA criteria, identifying 200+ issues across navigation, forms, media, and interactive components. I then built an accessible component library from the ground up in Storybook, ensuring every component was tested with multiple screen readers and input devices before integration.
Key Contributions
Built the accessible survey builder that supports keyboard-only navigation, voice input, and switch control for all question types. Implemented a focus management system that guides assistive technology users through multi-step research flows without losing context. Created automated accessibility testing pipelines that catch regressions in CI before they reach production.