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From: Jim Allan
Date: May 1, 2013 7:19AM

Len,
I for one would not mind if it stayed on WebAIM. Tips are tips, even tips
for testers who are visually impaired. We all benefit from others tools,
ideas, and experiences related to accessibility.

Jim


On Mon, Apr 29, 2013 at 6:58 PM, Birkir R. Gunnarsson <
<EMAIL REMOVED> > wrote:

> Len
>
> This would be an absolutely brilliant idea, and I would participate
> and enjoy it.
> Replying oon-list to encourage other blind web accessibility folks to join.
> Thanks
> -Birkir
>
>
> On 4/29/13, Len Burns < <EMAIL REMOVED> > wrote:
> > All,
> >
> > As a blind tester I am always looking for strategies to improve what I
> do,
> > and clearly identify where I need to bring in a sighted tester for a
> visual
> > check. The current discussion regarding testing contrast is a good
> example.
> > Often I find myself wishing I had a place to discuss these matters with
> > other blind or visually impaired testers, and a site where we could
> > aggregate community knowledge.
> > I am considering registering a domain and launching an email list for
> this
> > purpose. I do not have a feel for how many others would have an
> interest in
> > such an undertaking. If you would find this of value, please drop me a
> note
> > off-list. If I get a sufficient response, I will move forward.
> >
> > Regards,
> > -Len
> >
> > > > > > > >
> > > >



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Jim Allan, Accessibility Coordinator & Webmaster
Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired
1100 W. 45th St., Austin, Texas 78756
voice 512.206.9315 fax: 512.206.9264 http://www.tsbvi.edu/
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