Charge Description

The Accessibility Task Force is responsible for ensuring continued progress toward the Academy’s vision of accessibility. To accomplish this, the task force will recommend priorities and initiatives, as well as design and implement activities and resources with consideration of resource implications. The task force will collaborate with and serve as a resource to councils and committees to ensure accessibility is considered in all Academy activities as well as devise a comprehensive communications strategy to educate members about our accessibility options.

  • Develop recommendations and provide guidance to ensure Academy programs are accessible to all, with consideration for visual, motor/mobility, and auditory accommodation and accessibility options.
  • Serve as a resource for Academy councils and committees who are planning activities or resources to be sure they are delivered in an accessible manner.

Members

  • Izabela Jamsek, AuD
  • Kristen Kramer, AuD
  • Katelin Nightman, AuD
  • Sarah Sparks, AuD
  • Emilee Tucker, AuD
  • Lindsey Wheeler, AuD

COUNCIL

The work of the Accessibility Task Force is overseen by the Professional Development Council.

How to Apply

Interested in volunteering for the Accessibility Task Force? Learn more about available volunteer opportunities and how to apply. If you have questions about any of the Academy's volunteer opportunities, please contact membership@audiology.org.