Events Calendar

Upcoming Events

Upcoming live training events and workshops supported by the CCC Accessibility Center are listed below. This page will be updated as more events are added.

Date & Time	Topic	Description	Registration Link
3/19/2026 11am to noon	The Role of the ADA Coordinator	Title II of the ADA addresses what State and local government agencies must do to avoid discrimination against people with disabilities in their programs, services, and activities. This 1-hour session will explore the critical role ADA Coordinators play in helping their agencies navigate the complex Title II requirements.	Register for Role of the ADA Coordinator Webinar
4/9/2026 1pm to 2pm	Pope Tech Web Developer Training	Targeted at web professionals, this session will provide technical information on how to best manage the web accessibility of your organization.	Register for Pope Tech Web Developer Training
4/16/2026 11am to noon	Leveraging AI to Scale Universal Design for Learning	Universal Design for Learning (UDL) provides a proactive framework to design learning environments where accessibility and equity are built in from the start, rather than retrofitted after the fact. But moving from individual classroom practices to institution-wide adoption may feel overwhelming. This webinar explores how artificial intelligence tools can accelerate and sustain the scaling of UDL across colleges and districts. Participants will see how AI can streamline curriculum processes, such as aligning learning objectives, SLOs, assessments, and instructional strategies, while ensuring they remain culturally responsive and inclusive.	Register for AI to Scale UDL Webinar
4/21/2026 10am to 11am	CSU AimHub for California Community Colleges	Join members of the CCC Accessibility Center and the CSU Accessible Technology Initiative to learn about the Accessible Instructional Materials Hub (AIMHub) alternate format sharing service. We’ll cover account creation and how alternate media specialists/DSPS personnel can best utilize this collaborative platform. This is an encore of the 3/4/2026 presentation.	Register for the April CSU AimHub Webinar
5/21/2026 8am to 5pm	Global Accessibility Awareness Day Workshop	Celebrate Global Accessibility Awareness Day by joining us at our annual workshop! This year’s theme is Raising the Floor: Building a Culture of Access and Equity with a focus on moving from compliance to commitment. The workshop will highlight accessibility efforts throughout the California Community Colleges (CCC). You can the review the workshop schedule and topics below	Register for the Annual Workshop
6/4/2026 11am to noon	Pope Tech Canvas Accessibility Dashboards (Faculty Focused)	The California Community Colleges Accessibility Center is proud to announce that Pope Tech Dashboard is available systemwide at no cost to colleges as the result of a RFP. Join the CCC Accessibility Center as Pope Tech demonstrates how to evaluate and remediate course content for accessibility using the features of their Canvas accessibility tools: Dashboard and Accessibility Guide. This in-depth training is appropriate for faculty and instructional support staff who are interested in maximizing these powerful tools to ensure their course content is accessible for all students.	Register for Pope Tech Canvas Dashboards (Faculty) webinar

Additional Events

2026 Annual Workshop Details

Join the California Community Colleges Accessibility Center for our annual Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) workshop. This year’s theme, Raising the Floor: Building a Culture of Access and Equity, focuses on moving from compliance to commitment and strengthening sustainable accessibility practices across our campuses.

Register for the Accessibility Center's 2026 Annual Workshop. Your registration will allow you to attend all sessions or to pick and choose, allowing you to come and go as you please.

Time	Topic & Description	Presenter(s)
9am - 9:05am	Opening Remarks	Jennifer Coleman, Executive Director CCC Technology Center
9:05am - 9:25am	Accessibility Center look ahead to 2026/2027 The CCC Accessibility Center will provide an overview of the 25/26 academic year and what to look forward to in 26/27 in terms of support and resources.	Dawn Okinaka, Accessibility Director CCC Accessibility Center/CCC Technology Center
9:30am - 9:50am	CSU AIMHub Learn about the Accessible Instructional Materials Hub (AIMHub) alternate format sharing service. This webinar will cover account creation and best practices for using this collaborative platform.	Leon McNaught California State University Chancellor's Office
10am - 10:50am	Beyond Compliance: Building a Sustainable Culture of Accessibility Through Community and Collaboration This session explores best practices for delivering equitable, efficient, and legally sound auxiliary services within disability services. Focusing on exam proctoring, notetaking accommodations, and physical classroom access, presenters will share strategies for modernizing services and strengthening collaboration across campus partners. Participants will gain practical, scalable approaches that support student-centered service delivery and align with universal design principles and evolving institutional needs.	Aaron Holmes Kristina Londy Dr. Wendy Stewart MiraCosta Community College District
11am - 11:50am	Best Practices for Auxiliary Services Programs in Higher Education This session examines best practices for delivering equitable, efficient, and legally sound auxiliary services programs in higher education. Presenters will highlight strategies for strengthening cross-department coordination and sustaining effective service models. Participants will leave with practical guidance to enhance program effectiveness, support students, and reinforce a campus-wide commitment to accessibility.	Christian Yee Matthew Jaramillo University of California, Berkeley
1pm - 1:50pm	All Welcome: Course-Level Accessibility Statements for Ability Specific Courses This session explores how to develop course-level accessibility statements for ability-specific courses. Beyond the standard syllabus statement, these statements clarify the level of digital access students can expect in Canvas pages, course documents, images, videos, external links, and tools. Participants will review a framework to help faculty understand Section 508 and Section 504 obligations and determine when equally effective alternatives should be planned, supporting a proactive and transparent approach to access.	Meg Phelps Ventura College
2pm - 2:50pm	Campus Culture and KSAs Survey This session shares how a college-wide survey identified gaps in cultural understanding, knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) related to accessibility. Presenters will explain how the findings informed their Accessibility Capability Maturity Model (ACMM) efforts and guided institutional improvement. Participants will learn how structured assessment and feedback can support strategic planning and strengthen a sustainable culture of access and equity.	Suzanne Wakim Alan Burwell Butte Community College
3pm - 3:50pm	Need a Quick Start for Training Instructors How to Implement UDL? This session addresses the challenge of moving beyond introductory Universal Design for Learning (UDL) workshops to practical implementation within limited time. The presenter will share a focused, one-hour training model designed to help instructors apply UDL principles directly to their courses. Participants will receive an outline of activities and guiding questions that support hands-on practice and sustainable instructional change.	Jennifer Lares Long Beach City College
4pm - 4:30pm	Micro-Course Roundup and Workshop Closing The workshop is coming to a close. Join us as we recap the day and provide an overview of current and planned CCC Accessibility Center micro-courses and other resources, designed to help you continue increasing your accessibility expertise.	Dawn Okinaka Accessibility Director, CCC Accessibility Center/CCC Technology Center

Past Events: Academic Year 2025/26

Date	Topic	Description
3/4/2026	CSU AimHub for California Community Colleges	Join members of the CCC Accessibility Center and the CSU Accessible Technology Initiative to learn about the Accessible Instructional Materials Hub (AIMHub) alternate format sharing service. We’ll cover account creation and how alternate media specialists/DSPS personnel can best utilize this collaborative platform. Slides: CSU AIMHub for California Community Colleges (PPTX)
3/4/2026	Using Accessibility‑Aligned AI to Move Courses Toward the Revised ADA Title II	The new ADA Title II expectations may feel overwhelming, but there are tools available to make this work more manageable. In this session, you’ll learn how faculty can use AI to support compliance with these requirements while saving time and improving course quality. Participants will see a hands‑on demonstration of AI‑powered tools that support accessibility‑aligned remediation. Designed specifically for California Community Colleges faculty, this webinar highlights practical, faculty‑centered strategies—without legal jargon or fear‑based messaging. The session will also spotlight CVC@ONE Peer Online Course Review (POCR) Exchange courses as well as key Accessibility Center resources and micro‑courses. Join us to learn how state‑supported innovation can help you create more inclusive course designs while saving time and effort. This collaborative webinar is presented by the CCC Chancellor’s Office, CCC Accessibility Center, and California Virtual Campus Online Network of Educators (CVC@ONE). Slides: Using Accessibility‑Aligned AI to Move Courses Toward the Revised ADA Title II (PDF) Recording: Using Accessibility‑Aligned AI to Move Courses Toward the Revised ADA Title II
2/19/2026	Artificial Intelligence as a Tool to Support Neurodivergent College Students	AI has the potential to make college more accessible for autistic students by addressing a variety of common challenges, including difficulties with organization, social interactions, and academic tasks. By offering personalized and adaptive support, AI can help bridge the gap between traditional teaching methods and the unique needs of neurodivergent learners. This presentation will discuss how AI can provide tailored support that goes beyond standard accommodations along with issues related to techno-ableism, and instructional concerns. Slides: Artificial Intelligence as a Tool to Support Neurodivergent College Students (.docx)
1/29/2026	Pope Tech PDF Scanning for Websites	Pope Tech is pleased to announce enhanced capabilities for PDF scanning in the Pope Tech Web tool. Join us to learn how to use Pope Tech Web to fix inaccessible PDFs on websites. This session will include a demonstration and best practices for remediation or replacement based on priority and impact. Slides: Slides provided in training only
1/15/2026	Getting Started with Manual Testing for Websites	Automated testing alone is not enough to determine if a website is truly accessible. This training will demonstrate why manual testing is essential for verifying accessibility of websites. Learn about the different types of manual tests and how to get started using practical, straightforward methods via a live demonstration. We'll also cover how to record results, determine which pages to begin with, and set reminders using the Pope Tech Web Tool. You'll leave with actionable steps to integrate manual testing into your workflows. Slides: Getting Started with Manual Testing for Websites (PDF)
11/20/2025	Pope Tech Dashboard	The California Community Colleges Accessibility Center is proud to announce the Pope Tech Dashboard is available systemwide at no cost to colleges. Join us for an introduction to creating accessible Canvas courses using the Pope Tech Accessibility Guide and Dashboard, including how to find, prioritize, and fix common issues. We will also review the administrator dashboard and settings. Slides: Slides provided in training only
10/16/2025	Service Animals, Emotional Support Animals, and Therapy Animals	Many people with disabilities use service animals to help them with disability-related tasks. This one-hour session will explore how to know when an animal is a service animal under the ADA and what to do if the handler does not keep it under control. It will also help attendees learn when they may need to allow emotional support animals under housing law. Finally, the session will show when therapy animals may be used. Slides: Service Animals, Emotional Support Animals, and Therapy Animals (PDF)
9/18/2025	What’s Happening in the CCC Accessibility Center?	The Accessibility Center will provide an update on courses created over the summer and products with continued support for the 25/26 fiscal year. We will also provide an overview of scoped activities for the year along with a brief update of ACMM Implementation. Slides: What’s Happening in the CCC Accessibility Center? (PDF)

Events Calendar

Upcoming Events

Additional Events

2026 Annual Workshop Details

Past Events: Academic Year 2025/26

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