The Linux Access Group is a diverse group of blind and visually impaired Linux users from around the world who have come together to create a community-driven website to provide clear, practical documentation on how to use Linux with screen readers, braille displays, and other assistive technologies. Our goal is to make Linux more approachable for new users with visual impairments, as well as to support seasoned administrators seeking accessible tools. Our website serves as a central hub for tips, tutorials, hardware compatibility information, and community support, all contributed by users who rely on these tools every day.
We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds and experience levels!
To join the Linux Access Group, simply send an email to linuxaccess@outlook.com.
Once we receive your request, you’ll be paired with a mentor who will guide you through our documentation process. Your mentor will help you learn how to write content in a format compatible with our website and will review and sign off on your contributions before they are published.
The linuxaccess.org web site is created with Hugo, a framework for building static websites. Hugo content is written in Markdown, with a special “front matter” at the top that contains metadata. When you join the Linux Access Group, you will be assigned a mentor who will help you get started writing in markdown. but it is a good idea to get started on your own by reading the Hugo Quick Start;