August 16, 2024
Aug 16, 2024 - Bellingham, Wash.
B Lab, a nonprofit organization founded in 2006 in Berwyn, Pennsylvania, is best known for its significant contribution to the business world- creating and administrating the B Corporation (B Corp) certification. This certification, which recognizes for-profit companies that meet rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency, is a hallmark of social responsibility. The "B" in B Corp stands for "beneficial," highlighting the organization's focus on businesses that contribute positively to society.
B Lab’s mission is to transform the global economy to benefit all stakeholders, including workers, communities, and the planet, by promoting a more inclusive, equitable, and regenerative economic model. Wandke Accessibility’s work aligns with this mission by focusing on making digital spaces more accessible to people with disabilities, a significant yet often overlooked demographic. Our efforts not only support the inclusion of people with disabilities but also advance broader goals of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within the business community.
At Wandke Accessibility, we are incredibly grateful and honored to be featured in the B Lab's "Champions Retreat" series. This recognition highlights our commitment to improving digital accessibility for people with disabilities and aligns perfectly with our mission to foster inclusivity in all digital spaces. Being spotlighted by an organization as respected as B Lab reinforces our belief that accessible design is not just a business imperative but a critical social responsibility aspect that can drive meaningful change.
We sincerely appreciate the opportunity to share our insights and strategies alongside other like-minded B Corps. The recognition by B Lab underscores the importance of our work in ensuring that digital experiences are accessible to everyone, regardless of ability. It also allows us to amplify further our message that accessibility is a key component of an inclusive and equitable economy—principles at the core of the B Corp movement.
This feature energizes us to continue our mission with even greater determination. We are committed to helping more businesses understand the value of accessible design, not just as a legal or compliance issue but as a way to create more meaningful connections with their audiences. We are optimistic about the future and look forward to continuing our partnership with B Lab and other organizations that share our vision for a world where accessibility is a standard, not an afterthought.
By ensuring that digital products are accessible, Wandke Accessibility helps businesses expand their audience, improve user experiences, and demonstrate their commitment to social responsibility—critical aspects of the B Corp ethos. This approach also allows companies to tap into the significant market of people with disabilities, thereby contributing to a more inclusive economy. This focus on inclusivity and equity is at the core of B Lab's vision of economic systems change, inspiring us to continue our work.
