At Hilda C. Landers Library & Archives, we believe that access to information should be equitable for everyone. As changes to ADA Title II go into effect on April 24, 2026, we want to be transparent about the accessibility of the digital tools and resources we provide.

That’s why we’ve created a new guide: Accessibility Information for E-Resources.

What is this guide?

This guide provides accessibility information for the third-party databases, journals, streaming media, ebooks, and software that the Hilda C. Landers Library & Archives subscribes to or maintains. Each entry includes links to vendor accessibility statements and Voluntary Product Accessibility Templates (VPATs) where available.

Why does this matter?

Third-party vendors provide many of the digital tools you use every day for research, reading, and learning. While we cannot control how those vendors build their platforms, we can be transparent about their accessibility commitments.

What is Title II?

Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires state and local government entities to ensure their programs, services, and digital content are accessible to people with disabilities.

What’s included in the guide?

The guide covers dozens of vendors and platforms, including EBSCO, JSTOR, ProQuest, Gale, Kanopy, and many more. Each entry includes available accessibility documentation such as vendor statements, VPATs, and third-party reviews.