WCAG 2.2 adds nine new success criteria, mainly improving experiences for people with cognitive and motor disabilities. These updates focus on things like keyboard focus, touch target sizes, and consistent help.

Here’s what they mean for your organization:

For Government Agencies

As a public institution, you’re likely required by law to meet accessibility standards under Section 508 or the ADA. WCAG 2.1 AA has been the go-to standard, but WCAG 2.2 is the logical next step—and helps future-proof your website as regulations evolve.

Key Updates That Matter to Government Agencies

• Focus Not Obscured (2.4.11): Helps ensure keyboard users can navigate public services clearly.
• Consistent Help (3.2.6): Ensures contact options like “Report a problem” or “Get assistance” are easy to find on every page.
• Target Size (2.5.8): Improves touch usability for mobile users accessing public resources.

Why it matters: Residents of all abilities rely on your site for essential services like paying bills, accessing forms, or requesting support. WCAG 2.2 helps make sure no one is left out.

For Nonprofits

Whether you’re helping people find resources, accept donations, or sign up for programs, your site should be accessible to everyone—including those who use assistive technology.

Key Updates That Matter to Nonprofits

• Dragging Movements (2.5.7): If your site uses interactive features (like donation forms or drag-and-drop surveys), they need to be usable without dragging.
• Consistent Help (3.2.6): Makes it easier for someone in need to reach out for help from any page.
• Focus Appearance (2.4.12): Improves navigation for users with low vision.

Why it matters: An accessible site helps you reach more people, qualify for grants, and support your mission of inclusion and equity.

For Businesses

Accessibility is more than just a compliance checkbox—it’s good for user experience, SEO, and legal risk management. With the rise in ADA-related lawsuits, WCAG 2.2 is an important step in showing your commitment to all customers.

Key Updates That Matter for Businesses

• Target Size (2.5.8): Ensures clickable areas like “Buy Now” buttons are easy to tap on mobile.
• Focus Not Obscured (2.4.11): Prevents floating headers or popups from blocking keyboard users.
• Dragging Movements (2.5.7): Makes e-commerce features like product customization or filters more inclusive.

Why it matters: Accessibility improves usability for everyone—and could mean the difference between making or losing a sale.

What Should You Do?

No matter your sector, here’s how to get ahead of WCAG 2.2:

1. Run an Accessibility Audit
2. Use tools (automated and manual) to check your current compliance level.
3. Fix High-Priority Barriers First
4. Start with keyboard focus, mobile targets, and form navigation.
5. Build Accessibility Into Your Workflow
6. Train your team, update your design process, and test early and often.
7. Get Expert Support
8. Our team helps governments, nonprofits, and businesses understand WCAG 2.2, resolve issues, and stay compliant.

Final Thoughts

Accessibility isn’t about just following rules—it’s about making your site easier to use for everyone, regardless of ability. WCAG 2.2 brings us closer to that goal with new, user-focused improvements.

Ready to make your site WCAG 2.2–compliant? Contact us today to schedule an audit or ask a question—we’re here to help.