Daccessibilitat

Daccessibilitat is a term commonly used in Catalan to denote the lack of accessibility and the barriers that prevent full participation in society. In practice, daccessibilitat describes conditions where environments, products, or services are not usable by certain groups, notably people with disabilities. The concept covers physical, digital, and social dimensions of barriers.

Physical barriers include architectural features such as stairs without ramps, narrow doorways, or poorly designed public spaces. Digital barriers arise when websites, apps, or information systems lack compatible navigation, text alternatives, or captioning. Social and economic barriers involve language, affordability, or the absence of appropriate services such as support or accommodations.

Assessing daccessibilitat typically involves audits and user testing, using established standards such as the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines WCAG, EN 301 549, and ISO 9241. Conformity is often described using levels such as A and AA. Legal frameworks in many countries require or encourage accessibility in public procurement, education, and public services.

Efforts to reduce daccessibilitat include universal design, accessibility by design, retrofitting existing facilities, and ongoing training for developers, designers, and service staff. When barriers are removed, organizations tend to reach wider audiences, improve usability for all users, and comply with legal and ethical expectations.