Fix Your Content Day urges universities to boost accessibility

Anthology has announced the sixth annual Fix Your Content Day, a 24-hour global competition aimed at encouraging higher education institutions to enhance the accessibility of their digital course materials. The initiative calls on educators and administrative staff to make accessibility improvements using Anthology's Ally platform, particularly in light of coming regulatory changes in the United States.

Regulatory context

The upcoming changes to ADA Title II will require that digital content provided by higher education institutions meets new accessibility standards. The annual Fix Your Content Day provides a focal point for institutions to review and improve their learning materials ahead of these deadlines. During the event, participants work through their institution's learning management system, seeking to address as many accessibility issues as possible within a 24-hour period.

Sector research

Anthology's recent 2025 Faculty Survey discovered notable gaps in accessibility practices across US higher education. According to the survey, while 76% of instructors agreed that accessible content leads to better student outcomes, only 22% consistently considered accessibility when developing course materials. The findings highlight a clear need for additional training and resources to enable faculty to incorporate accessibility into their daily academic routines.

Faculty engagement

Dr. Amy Lomellini, Director of Accessibility at Anthology, addressed the importance of institutional commitment.

"Creating accessible content is a commitment to student success," said Dr. Amy Lomellini, Director of Accessibility, Anthology. "Fix Your Content Day is an opportunity for institutions to reaffirm that commitment, take measurable action, and empower faculty and staff to make accessibility a daily habit rather than a once-a-year event."

Dr. Lomellini described the survey results as indicative of the support among faculty for accessibility, but pointed out the need for more tools and opportunities for training. "These findings send a clear message: Faculty care deeply about accessibility but need the time, training, and tools to make it part of their everyday workflow," said Lomellini. "Fix Your Content Day not only celebrates progress but helps bridge the gap between intent and action."

Event participation

All higher education institutions using the Ally tool can participate in the event. Throughout the 24-hour competition, educators and staff are encouraged to make significant updates to digital content-addressing issues such as document readability, image descriptions, and alternate content formats. The event serves both as practical training and a demonstration of long-term commitment to accessible digital learning environments.

Ally's role

The Ally platform integrates with existing learning management systems to assist institutions in identifying and addressing content accessibility barriers. It also provides staff with real-time guidance, helping them to make their materials more inclusive. The company positions Fix Your Content Day as an opportunity for institutions to audit course content, participate in hands-on accessibility improvement, and display leadership in inclusive education.

The event aligns with broader efforts to ensure educational equity. Participation is expected to increase as higher education sectors respond to new legal and regulatory obligations for accessible digital content.