Are you passionate about designing websites and software that's accessible for everyone? Could you help us make our three genealogy search websites easier for users of assistive technology
Accessibility is at the heart of what we do: we want everybody to be able to get the most out of our websites. We're working hard to make FreeBMD2, FreeREG and FreeCEN accessible to people with sensory or cognitive challenges or who cannot use a pointing device. Our aim is to bring our websites to AA standard (WCAG).
Examples of some of the things this role entails:
We welcome applications from those who do not yet have experience in the full range of tasks, and will support them in learning new skills.
You will need knowledge and/or experience in:
We believe that EVERYONE has a right to access their family’s historical records for free. Barriers to this can have a massive impact on the marginalised in society who need access to records, for example, to establish their residency status. By helping our volunteer-led charity to embed an accessibility-first approach in our digital services, you will enable Free UK Genealogy to properly fulfill our mission to provide FREE access to records for all, and not hide them behind paywalls.
Please provide a few paragraphs about why you're applying for and are suited to the role.
