U.S. Access Board Strategic Plan FY 2027-2030
Vision statement: A nation that is fully accessible for all people with disabilities.
Mission Statement: Advancing accessibility for people with disabilities by developing guidelines and standards, and providing technical assistance, education, enforcement, and outreach.
Goal 1: Establish technical specifications for accessible design.
Objective 1.1: Develop and update technical specifications to achieve accessibility.
Objective 1.2: Coordinate with standards and codes organizations to build effective industry accessibility standards.
Objective 1.3: Engage with the public to inform the development of accessible design.
Objective 1.4: Address accessibility of emerging technologies and design trends.
Objective 1.5: Collaborate with organizations to encourage research on accessibility.
Goal 2: Provide education and information on the importance and implementation of accessible design.
Objective 2.1: Provide training on accessible design.
Objective 2.2: Provide technical assistance on implementation of accessibility guidelines and standards.
Objective 2.3: Create educational materials to promote understanding of accessible design.
Objective 2.4: Use stakeholders' feedback to improve our information services.
Goal 3: Improve the accessibility of the federal government.
Objective 3.1: Improve accessibility of federal buildings and facilities through enhanced awareness and robust enforcement of the Architectural Barriers Act.
Objective 3.2: Improve accessibility of federal information and communication technology through collaboration with other federal agencies.
Objective 3.3: Be a model employer of people with disabilities.
Goal 4: Promote accessibility throughout society.
Objective 4.1: Identify and address gaps in accessibility experienced by people with disabilities to support greater access across all areas of society.
Objective 4.2: Identify and work to address barriers to accessibility beyond those covered by our guidelines and standards.
Objective 4.3: Enhance public awareness and understanding of accessible design through broad outreach and communication efforts.
Objective 4.4: Strengthen partnerships and interagency collaboration towards enhanced public engagement around accessibility.
Goal 5: Improve Agency Systems and Modernize Operations
Objective 5.1: Use data and technology to enhance operations and services.
Objective 5.2: Use tools and internal systems to consolidate and retain agency knowledge.
Objective 5.3: Update agency policies, procedures, and administrative regulations.
Goal 6: Improve effectiveness and efficiency of agency resources and operations.
Objective 6.1: Develop and implement administrative, budget and financial policies and procedures.
Objective 6.2: Maintain adequate oversight and controls of the approved annual budget.
Objective 6.3: Align hiring practices and standards with approved Staffing Plan.
Objective 6.4: Ensure contracts deliver quality products and services that meet agency goals and advance agency missions.
Objective 6.5: Promote a fair and equitable workplace.