Enhance Accessibility with Alternative Text
At Girlguiding South West England, we believe in creating a more inclusive and welcoming environment for all. That's why we've developed a practical guide to writing alternative text (alt text) for your social media posts in partnership with one of our young members, Seren. Adding alt text not only supports accessibility by helping those who use screen readers but also enhances the visibility of your content online. This means it’s a valuable practice to get into the habit of not only to ensure everyone is included in your audience but also to boost the success of your content online.
Our downloadable poster covers:
- What is alt text? A clear explanation of what alternative text (sometimes known as image descriptions) is and why it's vital for accessibility and inclusivity.
- Why it matters: Discover how alt text supports users and benefits your content's Search Engine Optimisation (SEO).
- How to write effective alt text: Practical tips and examples to ensure your descriptions are concise, meaningful, and helpful, including an example.
Who Is This For?
Whether you're a Girlguiding volunteer, a member, or someone looking to make their online presence more inclusive, this guide is for you. It’s a valuable resource for anyone aiming to improve their social media accessibility. You can use the information in the poster yourself, but also please do share the poster with anybody who has a guiding presence online or is interested in learning how to put together alternative text for online content.
Download the Poster
Click here to download the Alternative Text Guide poster and start making your posts accessible for everyone today.
Join Us in Growing Guiding
By incorporating accessible practices like writing alt text, you’re contributing to a more inclusive and supportive Girlguiding community. By improving our inclusivity and accessibility across the board together, we can continue to grow guiding for everyone.
