WCAGsoveltamisohjeet

WCAGsoveltamisohjeet (Finnish for WCAG applicability guidelines) is a Finnish guidance document that helps interpret and apply the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) within Finland. It provides practical interpretations of WCAG success criteria for Finnish digital services, clarifying scope, required conformance levels, and typical implementation approaches. The guide addresses different content types, such as text, images, multimedia, forms, and interactive elements, and covers considerations related to language, pacing, and cognitive accessibility as they pertain to Finnish contexts.

The purpose of WCAGsoveltamisohjeet is to support consistent accessibility evaluations across public-sector bodies, suppliers, and developers. It offers examples, checklists, and decision workflows to assist in assessing accessibility, planning remediation, and documenting compliance. By translating international WCAG requirements into concrete guidance for Finnish legislation and procurement practices, it helps organizations understand how to meet national expectations while adhering to the broader WCAG framework.

The document is designed to be updated as WCAG evolves and as Finnish policies and regulations change, ensuring that interpretations stay aligned with both international standards and national requirements. It is not a separate standard itself but an interpretation and practical toolbox that facilitates applying WCAG in the Finnish context. Overall, WCAGsoveltamisohjeet aims to promote accessible digital services and reduce ambiguity in how WCAG is implemented within Finland.