Accessibility Blog

Esri is committed to ongoing work in accessibility throughout ArcGIS products. Read more for information and updates on accessibility information from Esri in honor of Global Accessibility Awareness Day. 

Find out where you can learn more about accessibility when attending the Esri User Conference on July 13-17, 2026. 

With the increased focus on improving the accessibility of software and websites, automated scanning tools have become an essential part of accessibility testing. However, not every error flagged by these tools is valid and it can sometimes be difficult to tell—especially if the Shadow DOM is involved.

This blog explains when, why, and how to submit accessibility issues to ensure effective communication and documentation.

Explore how the Esri FedGIS conference will equip government GIS professionals with the latest skills and focus on accessibility in geospatial technology.

Read about new features and functionality throughout ArcGIS that support accessibility, both in content creation and configuration as well as published content. 

The Esri Accessibility team is gearing up for the Esri User Conference - will you be there?

This year at The Esri Federal GIS Conference 2025, we are offering two sessions dedicated to the enhancement of accessibility in Esri applications.

Digital accessibility in GIS is important to ensure that the data presented in maps and apps is accessible to everyone. By implementing digital accessibility across GIS content, technology barriers are reduced or eliminated for people with disabilities and information can be shared more effectively.

Did you attend the accessibility sessions at the Esri UC 2024? Even if you didn't, here are some of the resources from those sessions!