Research area

Digital Accessibility and Inclusion

Research focused on making digital systems accessible, inclusive, and equitable. Topics include WCAG compliance, assistive technologies, inclusive UX design, and strategies for reaching underserved or marginalized users in digital environments.

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Scholarly and practice-based publications listed in this research area.

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    WCAG 2.1 Audit of Bangladeshi E-Government Accessibility: A Maturity Model for Digital Inclusion

    Wahid bin Ahsan, Samia Bari, Tanim Ahamed, Md. Shahadat Hossain, Md. Shamsul Arifin, Md. Osman Gani, M. H. Taohid
    This study audits 47 Bangladeshi government e-services across 74 websites, evaluating 1,534 user-critical pages for WCAG 2.1 compliance using automated and manual methods. A total of 14,308 violations were identified, primarily affecting screen reader, keyboard-only, and low-vision users.…
    July 16, 2025
    DOI 10.58947/journal.pbxk45
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    E-Reading Adoption and Digital Literacy in Rural Bangladesh: Overcoming Barriers and Improving Educational Outcomes

    Sirajum Munira, Wahid bin Ahsan
    This study examines the adoption and impact of e-books and PDFs among students in rural Bangladesh, exploring how digital reading influences study habits and educational outcomes. In-depth interviews with 27 participants, including students, teachers, and parents, reveal patterns…
    September 20, 2024
    DOI 10.58947/journal.rkmd65
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    Barriers to Accessibility and Inclusion: Lived Experiences of People with Physical Disabilities in Bangladesh

    S.M Yeamim Liban, Wahid bin Ahsan
    This study investigates the lived experiences and societal interactions of individuals with physical disabilities in Bangladesh. Through qualitative interviews with 14 participants, including individuals with physical disabilities, their parents, and officials, the research explores the challenges faced in…
    June 14, 2024
    DOI 10.58947/DWPF-GBNS
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    Global Mobile App Accessibility: A Comparative Study of WCAG Compliance Across 12 Countries

    Wahid bin Ahsan, Imran Hossain, Habibur Rahman, Nasir Uddin, Kazi Harunur Rashid, Sahriar Ratul, Zannatul Ferdous, Fariha Islam, Abu MD Ehsan
    This study assesses the accessibility of mobile applications across twelve countries, including the USA, Vietnam, Turkey, Ireland, and South Korea. Our evaluation of 60 popular apps reveals a widespread failure to meet the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG),…
    April 30, 2024
    DOI 10.58947/MXRC-RZKH
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