Ensuring web accessibility in Nepal’s dynamic digital landscape is not just a best practice; It is a promise of inclusion. This guide explores the importance of web accessibility from the Nepalese perspective, providing insights and strategies for designing online spaces that meet the diverse needs of users in this vibrant and diverse market

1. Consider a variety of capabilities:
Alt Text for Images: Provide explanatory alt text for images to help visually impaired users understand the content.
Keyboard navigation: Ensure that non-mouse users can access all interactive features through keyboard navigation.

2. Multilingual support:
Language Option: Provide content in English and Nepali to cater to users with different language preferences.
Screen reader compatibility: Ensure screen readers can properly interpret and communicate text in both languages.

3. Equipment Liability Schedule:
Optimization: Prioritize responsive design to ensure your website works well on a variety of devices, from desktop to mobile phone.
Text resizing: Allow users with visual impairments or different preferences to resize text without loss of performance.

4. Contrasting colors for clarity:
Legible colors: Choose colors that provide adequate contrast for users with low vision or color blindness.
Avoid relying on color alone: Ensure that information is not conveyed through color alone, which will help users who may have difficulty distinguishing certain colors.

5. Simple notes and inserts:
Clear instructions: Provide clear and concise instructions for documentation, supporting users with intellectual or learning disabilities.
Error handling: Ensure error messages are transmitted clearly and provide guidance to resolve issues.

6. Local context sensitivity:
Cultural Sensitivity: Know the diversity of users in Nepal and consider the culture of your audience when designing accessibility.
Local assistive technology: For accessibility, ensure that the use of assistive technology is compatible with local language and customs.