Why Accessibility Is at the Core of Every Website We Design

Gliss Consulting
Sep 3
2 min read

Updated: Sep 4

Joann and Kelly of Gliss Consulting — Accessibility is a Gliss Core Value

At Gliss Consulting, accessibility isn’t an add-on feature. It is a core value that drives everything we do. When we design a website, our goal is to ensure it is inclusive, usable, and compliant with industry best accessibility practices so that every visitor, regardless of ability, can access your content with ease.

Inaccessible websites can unintentionally exclude users and even create legal risks under the ADA and WCAG guidelines. We believe that an accessible website is not only good business, it is simply the right thing to do.

Here’s how we make accessibility an integral part of every project.

1. Accessibility Policy on Website We Design

Every Gliss-built website comes with a formal Accessibility Statement. Think of it as both a commitment and an insurance policy. If a visitor encounters any difficulty navigating your site, the statement provides multiple ways to connect with your business, whether by phone, email, or mailing address. This ensures that your firm is approachable and responsive while demonstrating transparency and care for all visitors.

2. Built-In Website Accessibility Features

We specifically design on Wix because it offers one of the most robust accessibility toolkits available, including:

Automatic alt-text for images (which we personally review and refine).
Proper heading structures to support screen readers.
Built-in color contrast checks.
Optimizations for screen readers and keyboard navigation.

These features allow us to balance beauty and usability, creating websites that are visually compelling while ensuring they work for everyone.

3. Ongoing Accessibility Checks

Accessibility is not one-and-done. It is a continuous process. We regularly review your site to catch and correct issues as your website grows and evolves.

4. Training, Publications, and Leadership

At Gliss, accessibility is part of our professional DNA. Joann is a certified Wix Accessibility Specialist, and our team actively educates others about inclusive design through blogs, trainings, and continuing legal education (CLE) presentations. We were honored that our article on accessible web presence for lawyers was recently featured in the Florida Association for Women Lawyers (FAWL) Spring/Summer 2025 Journal.

Our commitment is ongoing. We stay on top of the latest accessibility tools and standards to ensure your website is always aligned with best practices.