Oman has launched the Digital Accessibility Guide Oman, an initiative led by the Ministry of Transport, Communications, and Information Technology through the National Program for Government Digital Transformation, Tahawul. This guide aims to ensure digital platforms and services are accessible to everyone, especially senior citizens and people with disabilities.
The guide serves as a comprehensive framework for developers of websites and mobile apps, encouraging them to incorporate accessibility standards from the beginning. By following these principles, developers can create platforms that cater to diverse needs, enhancing usability for all. This initiative also helps institutions streamline their design processes, reducing costly retroactive changes and reinforcing Oman’s commitment to universal digital access.
The Digital Accessibility Guide Oman provides focused support for digital development teams across both public and private sectors. It is designed for professionals such as project managers, UI/UX designers, software engineers, digital content creators, accessibility experts, and quality assurance specialists. The guide also serves application owners and senior leaders who are committed to advancing accessibility for people with disabilities and the elderly. By offering clear direction, it empowers all stakeholders to prioritize inclusive digital design from the outset.
Providing detailed guidance, the guide helps developers integrate accessibility features during development and outlines methods for evaluating accessibility standards, ensuring that digital platforms meet the needs of all users in the community.
