Resources
Learn more about the following CCC Accessibility Center resources:
About Us
Meet Our Team
Mailing Lists
Accessibility Help Desk
Staffing Examples
Policy, Standards & FAQs
Complaint Processes
Procurement Strategies
Presentations & Handouts
Events Calendar
Accessibility Center Flyer
Mailing Lists
CCC Accessibility Center Mailing Lists
The Accessibility Center manages the following mailing lists. These lists can be used for announcements, awareness, and to engage with colleagues.
- CCC Accessibility Center : For general accessibility discussion, especially surrounding procurement of ICT, web accessibility, and digital content creation, including instructional materials and multimedia. Announcements regarding events and resources from the CCC Accessibility Center are posted to this list.
- Alternate Media: For discussions about the creation, use, and processes involving alternate formats, such as braille, e-text, and other media formats for students with print-disabilities.
- CCC-WEB-ACCESSIBILITY: For California Community Colleges staff to discuss web accessibility.
- LD Mailing List: For discussions related to learning disabilities.
- DEAF Mailing List: For discussions on deaf and hard-of-hearing issues.
- C4A2 (California Community Colleges Community of Accessibility Allies): For CCC staff and faculty interested in focusing on working together on systemwide accessibility improvements. Limited to participants with CCC-affiliated email addresses only. Please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to join.
How to Subscribe
To join a mailing list:
- Select the link of the list you would like to join. This will direct you to the Subscription page.
- Enter your name and email address.
- An email with a confirmation code will be sent to the address you specify. Follow the instructions in the email. If you do not receive confirmation, please check your spam filter and/or work with your information technology team for assistance.
Create a user name and password to modify your list settings or to view a list archive.
Please review the CCC Technology Center Listserv Code of Conduct document prior to subscribing to a mailing list.
Other Relevant CCC Mailing Lists
The following mailing lists are run by CCC-affiliated entities.
CAPED
The California Association for Postsecondary Education and Disability had several mailing lists:
- CAPED Announcements: Announcements regarding CAPED events.
- CAPED AT CIG List: The CAPED Assistive Technology Interest Group.
- CAPED Counseling and Career Development: Counseling and career development communications for CAPED members.
- ID_DD_AUTISM: CAPED Interest Group for Intellectual Disabilities, Developmental Disabilities, and Autism.
CCC DSPS Directors and WorkAbility III
- DSPS Directors List: For DSPS Directors to share and exchange information.
- Workability III: For discussion regarding WorkAbility III.
External Mailing Lists
The following mailing lists focus on accessibility in higher education. They are not managed by the California Community Colleges.
Training & Tools
Trainings & Workshops
Training and technical assistance is available on a variety of accessibility-specific topics, including web accessibility, the use of assistive computer technologies, the creation of alternate formats, and how to integrate accessibility into online instruction.
Learn More
Training events supported by the CCC Accessibility Center are listed on our Events Calendar.
Tools
The Accessibility Center offers several tools to support accessibility in the CCC System at no cost. Please note that organizations may be limited to a specific number of seats or licenses depending on product license limitations.
Learn more
About Us
Funded by a grant from the California Community Colleges (CCC) systemwide Chancellor's Office, the CCC Accessibility Center is located within the CCC Technology Center and is hosted by Butte-Glenn Community College District. Our mission is to support Colleges and Districts in their accessibility efforts by providing guidance, training, tools, and technical expertise.
Contact Us
There are two ways to contact us or obtain assistance.
- Email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Register or login to post an accessibility question to the VRC Accessibility Community
Meet the Team
Operations
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Dawn Okinaka |
Melissa Taylor |
Program Managers
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Christine Fundell |
Alex Marositz |
508 Team
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Avi Advani |
Elisa Carrillo |
Lauren Miller |
Tom Siechert |
Accessibility Workshop: May 15, 2025
Accessibility Workshop: May 15, 2025
Join us on Global Accessibility Awareness Day for a day of presentations highlighting accessibility in the California Community Colleges. Your registration gives you access to all sessions, allowing you to pick and choose to attend those of interest to you.
Accessibility Capability Maturity Model (ACMM)
Accessibility Capability Maturity Model (ACMM)
The CCC Accessibility Capability Maturity Model (ACMM) takes the broad concept of accessibility and breaks it down into achievable goals and milestones so colleges and districts can drive accessibility forward. The ACMM mitigates risk through iterative improvement and proactively addresses Office of Civil Rights (OCR) settlement requirements in a manageable timeline based on campus resources.
Learning Accessible Web Design
Learning Accessible Web Design
Headings, images, keyboard navigation, color contrast — these are just a few of the accessibility concepts and techniques to be aware of when creating accessible web content.
Accessibility Capability Maturity Model
Learn more about the ACMM and how it helps drive accessibility forward.
Training
Find online and in-person accessibility training opportunities for college staff and faculty.
Alternate Media Workflow
Learn more about alternate media best practices and the different types of alternate formats.
About the CCC Accessibility Center
The CCC Accessibility Center proactively assesses the California community college system's web and information technology accessibility needs and offers services, guidance and technical assistance to help colleges in realizing an accessible technology environment. Diversity and inclusion are core values embraced by the California Community Colleges. Accessible websites and information technology positively impacts individuals with disabilities, offering greater opportunity for engagement and participation in pursuit of lifelong learning throughout California's community colleges.
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