Resources

Six different posters on the dos and don’ts of designing for accessibility in the areas of: low vision, deaf or hard of hearing, dyslexia, motor disabilities, users on the autistic spectrum and users of screen readers.

Information on the four principles of WCAG, including tips on how to design web content to ensure that it is perceivable, operable, understandable and robust.

The APS Learning Quality Framework GovTEAMS site is for sharing case studies, examples, tools, templates and research to support inclusive design.

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Capability Framework provides a basis for building the cultural capability of the Commonwealth public sector.

The colour contrast checker is a tool to test the contrast suitability of background colour and foreground text, to ensure your design colours meet the WCAG contrast ratio formula test.

Accessibility is a mandatory standard for government agencies. Understand agency responsibilities and commitments and access guidance on designing accessible and inclusive content that is respectful of our diverse nation.

This APS Academy factsheet presents some helpful tips on improving the accessibility of your publications, for both print and reading online.

The accessible colour palette builder is a tool to help you design accessible digital content in colour combinations that are suitable for people with visual impairments or colour vision deficiencies.

Find guidance papers and a directory of links to essential public administration resources to support the partnership between the APS and Ministerial offices.

The Australian Policy Cycle designed by James Gulliver Hancock provides an easy to follow visual of the key milestones required for best practice government decision making.