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Fixing Website Accessibility with Maigen Thomas

 Is your website really accessible to everyone? In this powerful episode of *We’re Not Stumped*, host Mike Bolland welcomes web accessibility expert Maigen Thomas to perform a live audit of the podcast’s website—and the results are eye-opening!

What We Cover:

  • Real-time website evaluation: accessibility, usability, and UX – What screen readers miss—and how to fix it
  • How to label forms, fix headers, and improve navigation
  • Common color contrast issues (based on the WebAIM study)
  • The surprising power of skip links & keyboard-friendly design
  • Why even small websites should care about accessibility & compliance Top Fixes Maigen Suggested:
  • Make host images more prominent
  • Adjust text size and placement for readability
  • Improve “Join the List” button accessibility
  • Use alt text, title tags & transcripts for better SEO + inclusion

Tools & Resources Mentioned:

SilkTide Accessibility Chrome Extension https://silktide.com/ 

WebAIM Million Study https://webaim.org/projects/million/ 

Maigen’s free evaluations: https://freewebsiteevaluation.com 

Maigen’s Website: https://maigenthomas.com/ 

Level 11 Technology: https://www.level11technology.com/ 

Why This Matters:

Accessibility isn’t just about compliance—it’s about empathy, inclusion, and making sure your digital experience works for everyone. Maigen shares her personal connection to accessibility, including how her grandfather’s vision loss shaped her perspective on designing with intention. Whether you’re a business owner, content creator, or web designer, this episode is packed with practical tips and free tools to level up your site.

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