Description: Directive (EU) 2016/2102, also known as the Web Accessibility Directive, is a directive issued by the European Parliament and Council in October 2016. It aims to improve the accessibility of websites and mobile applications of public sector bodies within the European Union. The directive requires these entities to ensure that their digital platforms are accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities. This includes making content perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust, as well as providing alternative formats and assistive technologies. The directive aims to promote equal access to information and services online for all citizens. Publisher: EUR-Lex Source: https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/dir/2016/2102/oj Last modification: 26/06/2023 EIRA traceability: eira:BindingInstrumentRequirement LOST view: Legal view - Binding Power and Jurisdiction EIRA concept: eira:SolutionBuildingBlock Additional identifier: https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/dir/2016/2102/oj Title: Directive (EU) 2016/2102 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 26 October 2016 on the accessibility of the websites and mobile applications of public sector bodies Example: The Web Accessibility Directive aims to ensure that websites and mobile applications of public sector bodies in the European Union are accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. Here are some examples of how this directive can be applied: