Template accessibility statement adopted
Government organisations must update their accessibility statements by 1 October to comply with the new template. Failure to do so means non-compliance with the law.
Digital Inclusion
Everyone should be able to participate in the digital age. To this end, the government collaborates with public, private, and societal partners to promote digital inclusion.
2 new practical tools to help improve digital accessibility
MijnDigiToegankelijk provides clearer guidance on accessibility requirements for websites and apps, and NLdoc is an open-source tool that helps improve documents.
European Digital Accessibility Report 2024
A report (Dutch) on the state of digital accessibility of government websites and mobile applications for the period 2022–2024. The report serves as input for the European Commission and contributes to the evaluation of the Read more about 'European Digital Accessibility Report 2024'
Cabinet policy on digital accessibility
Public authorities are required to make their digital channels accessible.
Resources and support
Overview of resources and support to help you comply with digital accessibility guidelines.
International agreements
Which international laws and regulations apply to this policy?
What is digital accessibility?
Make your website or app usable for people with disabilities.
Digital Accessibility
The government aims to ensure that everyone can participate in the digital society. This means all government websites and mobile apps must be fully accessible.
Progress and developments
Developments in digital inclusion policy: Everyone can participate in the digital age.
To whom does this apply?
Too many people are unable to participate in our society because they lack the necessary digital skills.
New guidelines for government mobile apps
A mobile app developed by the government should be reliable, secure, and easy to use. What requirements should it meet? Find out in this guide on NORA online.
Factsheet outlining opportunities for women in IT
What challenges do women face on their journey into tech and IT? VHTO outlines the persistent barriers women face, as well as potential prospects in this factsheet.
