INTRODUCTION
WCAG Series
Building inclusive, accessible digital experiences.
Introduction to the WCAG Accessibility Blog Series
As web accessibility becomes increasingly important across public sector and enterprise projects, ensuring that websites are usable by everyone — including people with disabilities — is no longer optional. It is a core requirement.
This series is based on work carried out on the Rainbows Ireland WordPress website, where we conducted a structured accessibility audit, identified key issues, and implemented improvements across multiple areas of the site.
Each post focuses on a specific aspect of accessibility, from auditing and forms to keyboard navigation and screen reader support, providing practical insights and real examples throughout.
Whether you are a developer, designer, or organisation looking to improve accessibility, this series provides a clear and actionable guide to making websites more inclusive.
Contents
WCAG Accessibility 1: Auditing a WordPress Website (Rainbows Ireland Case Study)
Overview: We begin with a full accessibility audit using tools such as WAVE alongside manual testing. This post outlines how issues are identified and categorised across a live WordPress website.
WCAG Accessibility 2: Reviewing Accessibility Issues Found on a WordPress Website
Overview: A detailed breakdown of the issues identified during the audit, including structural, visual, and usability-related accessibility problems.
WCAG Accessibility 3: Fixing Form Accessibility Issues in WordPress
Overview: Focuses on improving form usability, including labels, placeholders, validation, and resolving issues caused by theme-based and popup forms.
WCAG Accessibility 4: Fixing Colour Contrast Issues on a WordPress Website
Overview: Covers how colour contrast affects readability and how adjustments were made to meet WCAG contrast ratio requirements.
WCAG Accessibility 5: Improving Keyboard Navigation on a WordPress Website
Overview: Demonstrates how we ensured full keyboard accessibility, including tab order, focus visibility, and resolving navigation issues.
WCAG Accessibility 6: Improving Screen Reader Accessibility with ARIA and Semantic HTML
Overview: Explores how semantic HTML and ARIA roles were used to improve structure and usability for screen reader users.
WCAG Accessibility 7: Improving Alt Text and Image Accessibility on a WordPress Website
Overview: Focuses on ensuring images are accessible through proper use of alt text, handling decorative images, and improving media accessibility.
WCAG Accessibility 8: Summary of Accessibility Improvements for Rainbows Ireland
Overview: A complete summary of the accessibility improvements carried out, along with an outline of ongoing accessibility practices and commitments.