Accessibility is Everyone’s Responsibility
At the National of Institutes of Health, we are committed to accessibility. We firmly believe that all people, including people with disabilities, should be able to fully and independently use our buildings and facilities, information and communication technology, and programs and services. We recognize that accessibility is an ongoing goal and pledge to continuously improve accessibility in all areas of NIH. This webpage has been created to provide a central portal for accessing the many accessibility resources at NIH. We encourage you to use the links below to learn about accessibility, access helpful programs and services, request support, report issues, and make suggestions. Accessibility is everyone’s responsibility, so please join us on our journey to make NIH a more diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible place for all.
Accessibility at NIH
Language Access Services
Federal agencies must take reasonable steps to ensure that Limited English Proficient (LEP) individuals have meaningful access to Federal programs and activities. LEP individuals can use the LASTI Portal to access several resources, generate an automated request for services, and request technical guidance.
Reasonable Accommodation Program
NIH provides every employee the requisite tools that will enable each and every employee to perform at their very best. EDI staffed with skilled Reasonable Accommodation Consultants (RACs) to provide reasonable accommodation(s) concerning the known physical or mental limitations of qualified employees, applicants, and visitors with disabilities.
Sign Language Interpreting and Captioning Services
NIH's Office of Research Services partners with Access Interpreting to provide centrally funded sign language interpreting and CART (real-time transcription) services to the NIH Deaf and Hard of Hearing community.
Coming Soon
EDI Technology Accessibility Room
More information coming soon.
Service Animals
More information coming soon.
Section 508 Resources
Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act requires federal agencies to make their information and Communications Technology (ICT), such as technology, online training, documentation, and websites, accessible for everyone. Complying with Section 508 means that federal employees with disabilities can fulfill their essential duties on accessible computers, phones, equipment, and other tools. Accessibility is critical to ensure that everyone who works at the NIH has equal access. Please find the below resources helpful in our commitment to ensure that NIH is inclusive to everyone, including the general public.
