About A11Y Toolbox
Why A11y Toolbox exists
A11y Toolbox was born out of a very practical need.
While volunteering with a non-profit organization, I noticed that designers regularly came to me with the same questions:
- “Do you have a good article about contrast?”
- “Which accessibility tools do you recommend?”
- “Where can I learn more about WCAG?”
What you’ll find here
A11y Toolbox is a curated collection of accessibility articles and guides, tools and plug-ins. I handpick, test, and select every resource with real-world design practice in mind. The goal is not to be exhaustive, but to be useful, approachable, and practical.
What does “A11Y” mean?
“A11y” is a numeronym for accessibility. The “11” represents the number of letters between the A and the Y in the word accessibility.
It’s commonly pronounced “ally”.
About the author
I’m Stephanie Lesperance, a Digital Content & Inclusive Experience Designer, based in Seattle, WA. Born and raised in France, I moved to the United States after working as a Creative Director consultant in Paris. Living and designing in a new cultural context highlighted the importance of inclusive, accessible design, not as a constraint, but as a foundation for better user experiences.
Today, I continue to learn, share, and advocate for accessibility as a core part of my design practice. In March 2025, I became a naturalized American citizen, an important milestone in my personal and professional journey.
About this website
A11y Toolbox started as a hand-coded project built with a personalized WordPress Bootstrap starter theme. Typography choices prioritize readability and inclusivity, using Atkinson Hyperlegible alongside a complementary display typeface.
Contribute or get in touch
Suggestions, corrections, or resource recommendations are always welcome,