ALT Image of an open grassy landscape. Text reads, “Inclusion is not about bringing people into what already exists; it’s about making a new space for all.” The APNA logo appears at the bottom right.

ALT Image of a calm indoor workspace with a desk and chair. Overlaid text reads, “Content isn’t truly public if everyone can’t access it.” The APNA logo appears at the bottom right.

ALT A dark, minimalist image of a sunlit interior with a barred window on the left, a chair and table with a glass of water below, and sunlight casting shadows on the wall. Overlaid text reads: “Accessibility isn’t extra work; it’s doing the work right the first time.” The APNA (Asia-Pacific Network for Accessibility) logo appears at the bottom right.

ALT Dark blue graphic with large white text reading, “Alt text is empathy in action.” The graphic includes a quotation mark motif, decorative lines and dots, the hashtag #APNA, and the APNA (Asia-Pacific Network for Accessibility) logo at the bottom right.

ALT Illustration of several people using a public space, including wheelchair users and people with mobility needs. The message explains that universal design does not just help disabled people—it makes the world easier for everyone.

ALT Illustration of a person communicating using sign language beside another person. The message highlights good lighting and clear sightlines as essential for sign language and visual cues.

ALT Graphic containing a dense block of complex text contrasted with a simpler message. The message promotes plain language and short sentences to make information accessible to everyone.

ALT A black-and-white cartoon shows a city footpath obstructed by trees, dustbins, poles, advertising panels and uneven surfaces. A wheelchair user, a person using crutches and a visually impaired pedestrian using a cane are forced onto the busy road because the footpath is inaccessible. An observer asks, “Footpaths are for people… Is this a pedestrian-friendly city?” The poster concludes with the message “Inclusive streets. Safer journeys. Stronger communities.”

ALT Graphic showing a speaker and sound waves with separate controls for voice and music. The message encourages keeping background audio low so hard-of-hearing people can hear voices clearly.

ALT Illustration of several people communicating, including a person using sign language. The message reminds viewers to look directly at the person they are speaking to rather than addressing their interpreter.

ALT Illustration of an accessible built environment with ramps and buttons. Temporary objects are shown obstructing routes. The message encourages keeping ramps, buttons and visual pathways clear.

ALT A black-and-white cartoon shows a blind woman navigating a broken and debris-filled footpath beside roadworks. Heavy machinery, construction materials and deep potholes obstruct the route. Children are shown near the hazardous unfinished road. The cartoon contrasts claims of “smart cities” with the lack of tactile paths, safe footpaths and accessible crossings. A checklist calls for tactile paths, safer road design, accessible crossings and protection for children and people with disabilities.

ALT An R. K. Laxman–inspired black-and-white cartoon shows wheelchair users and senior citizens outside a closed repair shop marked “OUT OF SERVICE.” A damaged wheelchair is shown alongside repair tools and mobility equipment. A nearby cycle shop offers a possible solution, with a checklist suggesting training cycle shops to provide minor repairs, basic servicing and affordable support. The message emphasises that keeping mobility aids functional is essential to independence and mobility.

ALT Graphic comparing two versions of the hashtag “#deafawarenessmonth.” One is marked with a red X, while “#DeafAwarenessMonth” has a green check. The message explains that capitalising each word in hashtags helps screen readers interpret them correctly.

ALT Illustration of people communicating, with one person using a hand gesture to get another person's attention. The message says not to shout and explains that a gentle shoulder tap or hand wave is the standard visual cue.

ALT Illustration of a person using a laptop with accessibility-related symbols. The message states that 80% of disabilities are invisible and reminds viewers never to judge access needs by appearance.

ALT A black-and-white cartoon shows a planning board headed “Planning for a Stronger, Inclusive Society.” It calls for accessible infrastructure, inclusive policies, accessible services and leaving no one behind. Below it are four sectors—education, health services, social protection and economic development—each shown with a “NO BUDGET” message indicating inaccessible facilities, services or limited opportunities. People with disabilities appear in the scene, highlighting the consequences of inadequate disability-inclusive budgeting.

ALT Illustration of a person watching content on a laptop with a muted speaker symbol and a “CC” captions button. Text states that over 80% of video viewers watch without sound and that captions benefit everyone.

ALT Illustration of two people communicating face-to-face. Text explains that lip-reading is only about 30% accurate and encourages people to face the person and speak clearly.

ALT Illustration of two smartphones, with one showing a question mark and the other displaying a message about descriptive ALT text. Text explains that screen readers rely on ALT text to describe images for blind and low-vision users.

ALT An airport cartoon shows a wheelchair user waiting to board an aircraft. Airport staff explain that the lifting vehicle needed for boarding is unavailable. Other passengers wait nearby. A panel displays global accessibility standards, including equal access, assistance through the journey, accessible aircraft, transit facilities and non-discrimination. The contrast highlights the gap between accessibility standards and their implementation in reality. The APNA logo reinforces the call for accessible, dignified and inclusive air travel.

ALT Graphic featuring Akiko Ito of UNITAR CIFAL Japan and the Almost Access!ble logo. Her quote connects accessibility with human rights, dignity and sustainable development and highlights women with disabilities.

ALT An R. K. Laxman–inspired black-and-white cartoon depicts a flood disaster. Rescue teams are evacuating people using boats and a helicopter, while a family remains stranded on a raised area amid the flooding. The family includes a wheelchair user and a child. A large sign reads “LEFT BEHIND.” The scene highlights the risk of excluding people with disabilities and other vulnerable groups from disaster response and evacuation planning.

ALT An R. K. Laxman–inspired black-and-white cartoon shows an architect, urban planner and engineer working among building plans. The plans and drawings show accessibility problems including a ramp that is too steep, stairs that remain barriers, an unusable lift and inaccessible entrances. A large sign reads “Accessible Building — Still a Work in Progress!” The cartoon uses humour and irony to highlight the gap between accessibility planning and real-world implementation.