JaEun (Jemma) Ku, PhD
Director, Digital Accessibility Services and Engineering
Technology Solutions
Pronouns: She/Her
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About
Dr. Ku is a strategic leader dedicated to advancing inclusive design and technology. In her role, she:
- Champions “inclusive by design” engineering practices while expanding digital access and support through open-source accessibility initiatives.
- Leads teams in transforming complex accessibility challenges into sustainable, innovative solutions through strong collaboration and strategic partnerships.
- Contributes to shaping global accessibility standards as an editor of the ARIA Authoring Practices Guide and as a contributor to the WCAG Accessibility Working Group.
Licensures and Certifications
- Certified Section 508 Trusted Tester by Department of Homeland Security (Credential ID 301033)
- ADA Coordinator Training Certification (Credential ID 67583239-4617)
- Audio Description (Credential ID 65245160a114b95c37536238)
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Certificate, Cornell University
- Project Management Professional (Credential ID 1671804)
- Distinguished Toastmaster, Toastmaster International
- Certified Intercollegiate Tennis Association(ITA) Official and US Tennis Association(USTA) Official