Making access work in real life

We connect people, ideas, and technology to create practical solutions that expand access for everyone.

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Access at every level

From the technology one person uses, to the digital products millions rely on, to the policies that shape access across California, C4AT works to expand access at every level.

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Assistive Technology

For individuals, families, schools, and employers

Helping people find and use technology that works for them

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Digital Accessibility

For businesses, public agencies, nonprofits, and digital teams

Creating a digital world that is accessible for everyone

Explore Digital Accessibility
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Policy and Advocacy

For regulators, utilities, and the disability community

Shaping policies that expand access for people with disabilities

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Connected to Community

Disability-led • Community-connected

C4AT is part of a broader disability community.

From our home at the Ed Roberts Campus to our classes, workshops, and community partnerships, we connect people with knowledge, resources, opportunities, and each other.

More than four decades of advancing access

For more than four decades, C4AT has been part of Berkeley's disability rights community, working alongside people with disabilities, advocates, organizations, and community partners to expand access to technology.

Technology is constantly evolving, and so are we. Since C4AT began with early personal computers and assistive technology, our work has expanded to include websites, apps, documents, AI, and public policy. As new technologies emerge, we continue to adapt, innovate, and look ahead—ensuring people with disabilities remain at the heart of shaping a more accessible future.

That history, and the relationships built along the way, still shape how we work today.

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40+Years advancing access
WCAG 2.2A/AA digital accessibility expertise
Disability-ledGrounded in lived experience
501(c)(3)Mission-driven nonprofit

How we work

Practical

Whether finding tools for individuals or working with teams to make digital assets, C4AT is known for its practical, realistic approach. We focus on pragmatic, achievable accessibility solutions that actually work.

Flexible

Every person and organization is different. We adapt our approach to your goals, needs, resources, and situation.

Connected

C4AT is by and for people with disabilities. Our home at the Ed Roberts Campus keeps us connected to the disability community, and that connection informs our technical work.

Who we work with

From classrooms to boardrooms: C4AT works with individuals and organizations across a wide range of communities and sectors.

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Explore what’s happening

Explore accessibility updates, community resources, and work from across C4AT.

  • DOJ Title II Rule

    DOJ sets digital accessibility requirements for state and local government

    The U.S. Department of Justice’s Title II web and mobile accessibility rule requires state and local governments to meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA for covered web content and mobile apps. Current compliance dates are April 26, 2027 for public entities serving 50,000 or more people, and April 26, 2028 for smaller public entities and special district governments.

    Learn how C4AT can help Read the DOJ rule (opens an external page)
  • From Our Community

    Classes, workshops, and assistive technology resources

    Learn about opportunities to explore technology, build skills, and connect with C4AT and the disability community.

    Explore Community
  • C4AT in the News

    Tensions flare as $34-billion Charter-Cox cable deal nears finish line

    The Los Angeles Times examines California’s review of Charter’s proposed acquisition of Cox. C4AT counsel Paul Goodman explains that the goal is to ensure historically overlooked communities receive the same benefits from the transaction, amid concerns about affordable broadband, disaster protections, and workplace inclusion.

    Read the Los Angeles Times article (opens an external page)

Let's make technology work for everyone.

Your support helps expand access to technology for people with disabilities.

Donations help C4AT provide community resources, share knowledge, strengthen disability-led technology work, and continue advancing access.