Category: Inclusion and Belonging

International Day of Friendship: How Captions and Subtitles Help Build a More Connected World

Every year on July 30, the United Nations celebrates the International Day of Friendship, recognizing friendship as a powerful force for fostering peace, understanding, and solidarity among people, cultures, and nations. In an increasingly digital world, many of these friendships begin and grow through online content—videos, webinars, educational courses, documentaries, social media, and virtual communities….

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Beyond Captions: Making Video Content Accessible for the Deafblind Community

International Day of Deafblindness and the Power of Descriptive Transcripts On June 27, the world observes the International Day of Deafblindness, a global observance established by the United Nations in 2025. The date commemorates the birthday of pioneering author, educator, and disability advocate Helen Keller, one of the most recognized members of the deafblind community….

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World Refugee Day: How Subtitles and Captions Help Refugees Access Information and Build New Lives

Every year on June 20, the world observes World Refugee Day, a United Nations initiative that honors the strength, resilience, and courage of people who have been forced to flee their homes due to conflict, persecution, violence, or disaster. It is also an opportunity to reflect on how societies can better support refugees as they…

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Global Accessibility Awareness Day 2026: Why Media Accessibility Can’t Wait

Every year on the third Thursday of May, the world pauses to observe Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) — a moment to get people talking, thinking, and learning about digital access and inclusion for the more than one billion people worldwide living with disabilities. This year marks the 15th anniversary of GAAD, and the call…

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One Language, Many Voices: Why English Captions Still Need Localization

Every year, on April 23, English Language Day celebrates the global reach of English, a language that connects billions of people across cultures, industries, and borders. But while English may be shared, it is far from uniform. For content creators, educators, and media organizations, this diversity presents both an opportunity and a challenge: how do…

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Accessibility and Captioning

Commemorating the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (3 December 2025)

As we mark this important international observance, it’s an opportune moment to reflect on how access to information and media — especially video content — plays a crucial role in building a just and inclusive world.  In this blog post we highlight why captions and subtitles matter — and invite video creators everywhere to partner…

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International Day for Tolerance: How Subtitles and Captions Open Doors to Understanding

Every year on November 16, the world observes the International Day for Tolerance, a reminder of the importance of respecting diversity and fostering understanding among people of all backgrounds, languages, and cultures. In today’s interconnected world, one of the most powerful tools for building tolerance doesn’t come from political speeches or global summits—it comes from…

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