Being Purpose-Driven About Accessibility

This topic has been on my mind for a long time. If you’re like me, you work a job that, while fulfilling in many aspects, can sometimes feel like it lacks a deeper sense of purpose – the reward of making a meaningful impact.

I’ve often thought about how gratifying it would be to work at a non-profit or in a role that positively influences the community or society at large It’s that personal reward in our work that we long for – the feeling that, along the way and at the end of the journey, we’ve made a difference.

I genuinely love what I do and appreciate my job, but at times, I find myself longing for this purpose in my work.

Enter accessibility.

Accessibility in design has been around for a long time – it’s not new. However, it took earning a certificate in UX Design and taking courses on empathy for it to truly resonate with me. Putting myself in others’ shoes and experiencing their emotions sparked a passion for accessibility in design and development. This passion now fills that void. By focusing on inclusive design and accessibility and advocating for the user, I find personal fulfillment in knowing that my work improves the experience of underrepresented demographics. Even if the majority of my projects involve designing and building products for everyday use, I take pride in the fact that my efforts in accessibility are making a positive difference. While most people may never notice or understand this work, I know it’s there, and I know I’ve done some good.