Navigating maps with a screen reader: a conversation

A dive into interactive web maps and a screen reader user’s experience. The State of Minnesota’s Office of Accessibility will host a conversation between a screen reader user and a map maker to discuss key accessibility questions including: Are some types of web maps easier to use than others? What are common barriers for screen reader users when using web maps? How can map designers/creators make maps more accessible? Are there certain “cheat codes” that assistive technology (AT) users can use when navigating web maps? Is it ok for web map creators to create custom navigation for their maps?