Digital Accessibility of Websites in the Light of the WCAG Standard

Abstract

This paper explores the actual state of digital accessibility of the websites of Polish public institutions in the light of the requirements of the WCAG standard. Based on audit experience and analysis of specific examples, the author highlights a number of irregularities in the implementation of ac cessibility declarations, lack of transparency in their placement, as well as numerous technical errors that make it difficult for persons with disabilities to use discussed websites. The absence of response from the Ministry of Digital Affairs to email communication or the failure to publish monitoring reports are indicative of certain problems, such as low awareness of the issue, ineffective sanctions and insufficient institutional oversight.