Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC) — Question 23

Which statement BEST describes a way the U.N. Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) is being used to open opportunities for people with disabilities in information technology?

Answer options

• A. The CRPD defers to the W3C for policy guidance on website accessibility and how to best promote its adoption.
• B. The CRPD relies on partnerships between the private and public sector to encourage better accessibility standards.
• C. The CRPD requires member states to enact tough laws that adopt WCAG 2.0.
• D. The CRPD urges member states to take appropriate measures to ensure people with disabilities are not excluded.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer, D, emphasizes the CRPD's role in ensuring that people with disabilities are included and not marginalized in society. Options A and C incorrectly suggest that the CRPD delegates responsibility or imposes strict regulations rather than promoting inclusive practices. Option B, while relevant, does not capture the core intent of ensuring inclusion as effectively as option D does.