We are thrilled to welcome back Baddý Sonja Breidert to the Drupal Association Board of Directors, with her new term beginning 1 November 2025. She is not only returning to the board but will also be serving as Chair for the coming term.
Baddý has been actively shaping the Drupal community for more than a decade. She co-founded 1xINTERNET in 2013 and has since become one of Europe’s leading voices in open source and digital business. She has served on the Drupal Association Board since 2017, including as Treasurer, then as Board Chair, and most recently in an advisory capacity as Immediate Past Chair.
Her contributions extend far beyond governance. Baddý has organised Drupal camps and major events such as Drupal Europe 2018 and DrupalCon Amsterdam 2019, co-founded the Drupal Business Deutschland Association, and represented Drupal at conferences across Europe, including the Web Summit in Lisbon. In 2020, she was honoured with the Aaron Winborn Award for her outstanding commitment to the Drupal community.
Her long-standing dedication to open source, community building, and supporting the Makers of Drupal has made her a trusted and respected leader in the project.
We are thrilled to have Baddý bring this perspective to the Board once again. Here are her reflections as she continues her journey with the Drupal Association:
What are you most excited about when it comes to joining the Drupal Association Board?
After completing my six-year term on the Board, as per the bylaws, I had the unique opportunity to continue my work with the executive team as past chair. Now, I am really excited to officially rejoin as a board member and chair. I am eager to build on the progress we have made and continue working with the Drupal Association staff and the Drupal community to push the Drupal project forward. This is a unique chance to keep that momentum going and ensure we are serving the community's needs effectively.
What do you hope to accomplish during your time on the board?
My main goal is to continue making the Drupal Association sustainable, not just financially, but in how we support our community. This means ensuring our programs and initiatives have a lasting impact. I also want to double down on our work with the Makers of Drupal, the developers, designers, company leaders, and organizers who are the heart of this project. By ensuring they have the resources and support they need, we can empower them to innovate and keep the Drupal project vibrant for years to come.
What specific skill or perspective do you contribute to the board?
My time on the Board since 2018 has given me a deep understanding of the Drupal Association's journey. I have seen our challenges, our victories, and how we have grown. This long-term perspective allows me to bring our history to the table. I can help us make sure we are building on what we have learned, not just repeating past conversations. It is about using that knowledge to stay focused and move forward effectively.
How has Drupal impacted your life or career?
Drupal has had a major impact on my career, opening doors and shaping my professional journey in ways I never could have imagined. But the most significant impact is not about technology or job titles; it is about the people. The Drupal community has taught me the power of collaboration and the incredible things that can be built when people from all over the world come together.
Tell us something that the Drupal community might not know about you.
I have two teenagers who know more about Drupal than many other teenagers in the world. When I am not spending time with them and my husband Christoph, I love playing golf. My goal this year is to play at least 52 rounds. I am halfway there, so I need to focus on playing more in the next few weeks.
Share a favorite quote or piece of advice that has inspired you.
"I have missed more than 9,000 shots in my career. I have lost almost 300 games. Twenty-six times I have been trusted to take the game-winning shot and missed. I have failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed." — Michael Jordan
We look forward to the contributions Baddy will make during her time on the Drupal Association Board. Thank you, Baddy, for sharing your time and expertise with the Drupal community. You can connect with Baddy on LinkedIn.
About the Drupal Association Board of Directors
The Drupal Association Board of Directors comprises 13 members with nine nominated for staggered three-year terms, two elected by Drupal Association members, and one seat is reserved for the Drupal Project Founder, Dries Buytaert, while another is reserved for the immediate past chair (non-voting). Terms start on 1 November of each year.
The Board meets twice in person for weekend retreat and about 5 times virtually each year. The Board provides strategic guidance to the Drupal Association and oversight of the Association’s management, policy development, management, budget, and fundraising efforts.

In July 2025, we conducted a comprehensive survey of over 200 marketing decision-makers and agency specialists to pinpoint the AI capabilities they value most.
Our analysis uncovers the key areas where organizations are concentrating their AI investments and identifies the features they consider essential for achieving long-term success. This report offers decision makers data-driven insights to help them prioritize their investments and maximize their strategic outcomes.
Download your copy today!
Key Trends from the Global AI Survey 2025
AI is no longer an experiment
Out of 216 respondents representing 199 different organizations, a significant majority indicated that their organization is already using AI. 
For the organizations that are already using AI, the applications are diverse, with a strong emphasis on general business support, marketing and content creation.
Rather than relying on staff to pick their own tools, organisations are increasingly embedding AI into established systems for example, CMS, CRM, marketing automation platforms.
Download The Global AI Report 2025

AI is a tool for automation and efficiency
Respondents were most enthusiastic about AI features that promise automation and efficiency. The most highly valued features address clear pain points and offer tangible benefits. 

Ability to deliver a market advantage is seen as significant
AI-assisted landing page builders are regarded as potential "killer apps" for their ability to shorten campaign launch times by streamlining or removing need for development skills.
A Focus on Trust and Human Control
While there is excitement about AI's potential, the survey also highlights a crucial need for features that enhance, but do not fully replace, human oversight. The report emphasizes that a focus on trust, accuracy, and the preservation of human control is paramount.
There is a clear desire for AI features that enhance human oversight – not replace it.

Respondents caution against AI taking over critical functions like permissions or autonomous actions. Many believe that certain responsibilities should remain under human oversight to prevent unintended consequences.
What stops organizations from using AI?
For the organizations that are not yet using AI, the main deterrents are varied but predominantly revolve around a lack of clear use cases, resource constraints, or concerns.
The primary reasons organizations are not using AI include concerns about data privacy and security, the ethical implications of AI, and the potential for AI to produce inaccurate or biased information.
Download the research
Equip your organisation with the knowledge to make informed AI investment decisions and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. Download your copy of The Global AI Report 2025 today and access the evidence-based guidance your team needs to prioritise initiatives and drive meaningful results.
Webinar recording: Key Insights from Global AI Survey and Roadmap Reveal
Our recent webinar summarised the report key findings. A recording is available to watch on The Drupal Association Youtube.

The following is a guest post from DrupalCon Vienna 2025 Marketing & Outreach Committee member Iwantha Lekamge.

As the countdown continues for DrupalCon Vienna 2025, the global Drupal community is buzzing. This conference isn’t just another gathering, it’s shaping up to be one of the most technically rich, collaborative, and forward-looking Drupal events to date. Whether you build, design, strategize, or contribute, there are new incentives this year to make sure you’re part of it.
When & Where
DrupalCon Vienna 2025 runs from 14-17 October 2025, hosted at the Austria Center Vienna. This modern facility is well-equipped for large technical sessions, labs, workshops, and contributions, and Vienna’s efficient transit and infrastructure make it easy to get around and stay connected.
  
Vienna
Vienna is more than a beautiful and historic European capital. It’s also an international hub for tech innovation, design, standards, and open source culture. Attendees will be inspired not just by the sessions, but by the surroundings: cafés, museums, architectural landmarks, and a city layout that promotes walking, meeting, and exploring. There’s an energy in Vienna that pairs well with deep technical work quiet in the sessions, vibrant in the coffee-break ideas. The cosmopolitan and safe nature of the city also means it’s comfortable for international visitors.

Why You Should Attend
Beyond staying current, here are more detailed reasons to be at Vienna, with specific takeaways:

Expanded InfoSec & DevOps track: New this year is a full track dedicated to security, site reliability, performance optimization, automation, and DevOps best practices. If your infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, or platform uptime matter (they do), sessions here are essential.
Real world case studies in the Clients & Industry track: See practical examples of how organizations are using Drupal to solve industry-specific challenges whether scaling multisite setups, improving SEO, boosting customer engagement, or streamlining digital transformation. These sessions show measurable results and trade-offs.
Tools & Workflow improvements for developers & site builders: From sessions like “Secure by Design: Integrating Security into Drupal Development”, “TCP Fast Open & HTTP/3: Network-Level Optimizations”, to custom PHPStan rules and version control workflows, there’s content to make your code more robust, efficient, and maintainable.
Contribution, mentoring & learning by doing: More than 100 sessions are paired with hands-on workshops, labs, and dedicated contribution slots (including first-time contributor workshops). If you want to leave not just informed but skilled, these are invaluable.
Forward-looking keynotes & community vision: The lineup includes the “Driesnote” (platform roadmap), a panel “The Web in 2035” to examine emerging trends (PHP, standards, AI, open web), and “Neurodiversity: An Underrated Superpower in Business”, among others. These talks offer both inspiration and strategic insight.
 

Event Highlights 
Here are some of the standout parts of the program that make DrupalCon Vienna 2025 not just worth attending, but potentially transformative:

Four Keynotes of Broad Impact

Driesnote: Drupal's founder providing updates and vision.
Neurodiversity: An Underrated Superpower in Business  exploring how diverse cognitive styles contribute to innovation.
The Web in 2035: Panel of experts discussing trends in open source, web standards, and where platforms like Drupal will need to evolve.
Drupal CMS Spotlights: Spotlighting next-gen tools, site building, and integration pathways.


Session Tracks That Actually Matter 
There are seven tracks, each tailored for different technical and strategic needs: InfoSec & DevOps; Drupal CMS; Coding & Site Building; Clients & Industry Experiences; Agency & Business; Community Health; and Open Web. Each track is built to provide relevant skills, case studies, and tools.
Highlighted Sessions to Watch

Secure by Design: Integrating Security into Drupal Development  learn how to bake security practices into your architecture.
TCP Fast Open & HTTP/3: Network-Level Optimizations for Lightning-Fast Drupal  for those optimizing performance and network overhead.
Nestlé Nutrition Scalable Multibrand Design System on Drupal — how big brands manage design system consistency across many sites.
Writing Custom PHPStan Rules for Drupal Projects — statistical code analysis to enforce code quality.


Community & Networking Moments
BoFs (Birds of a Feather), first-time contributor workshops, mentoring, and contribution rooms are built into the schedule. These are often where you build relationships, get unstuck on technical challenges, and even find collaborators.
International Splash Awards
These awards celebrate outstanding Drupal projects globally. They provide inspiration, showcase excellence in design, performance, innovation, and community impact. Being part of or witnessing this can broaden your view of what’s possible with Drupal.
 

DrupalCon Vienna 2025 is shaping up to be more than just another tech conference, it’s a rare convening of strategy, craftsmanship, community, and future vision. For anyone serious about making an impact in open source, scaling Drupal projects, improving security and performance, or simply staying ahead in a fast-moving web ecosystem, this is one event that could change your trajectory.
Stay Tuned!
So bookmark this space, and get ready to experience DrupalCon Vienna 2025 like never before.
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March 23–26, 2026 | Chicago, IL
Chicago isn't just hosting DrupalCon 2026—it's providing the stage where the Drupal community writes its next chapter. And that story starts with you.
Built by the Community, For the Community
The Call for Speakers is now open through September 26, and we're looking for the insights, innovations, and ideas that will define where Drupal heads next. Whether you've been quietly solving complex problems, pioneering new approaches, or helping teams achieve what they thought was impossible—Chicago wants to hear from you.
This isn't about perfect presentations or polished case studies. It's about real solutions, honest challenges, and the kind of practical wisdom that only comes from being in the trenches, building the web that billions of people rely on every day.
More Value, Better Experience
We've been listening. Based on your feedback, we're making changes that matter:


Early Bird registration opens September 15 at just $575—that's a $315 savings from last year


Enhanced sponsorship opportunities designed to create bigger impacts for both sponsors and attendees


Program improvements that reflect what you've told us makes DrupalCon most valuable


These aren't just cost adjustments—they're investments in making Chicago the most accessible, valuable DrupalCon yet.
The Windy City Advantage
Chicago brings together the best of American innovation with Midwest practicality. It's a city that understands hard work, values genuine connections, and isn't impressed by flash over substance—basically, it's the perfect host for a community built on open source principles.
Plus, Chicago's central location makes it accessible from anywhere in the Americas, while its world-class infrastructure ensures you can focus on what matters: learning, connecting, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible with Drupal.
Your Opportunity to Lead
Whether you're submitting a session proposal, planning to attend, or considering sponsorship, Chicago 2026 represents a chance to actively shape the future of digital experiences. This isn't just about consuming content—it's about creating the knowledge, connections, and innovations that will power the next phase of Drupal's evolution.
The web needs platforms that prioritize user freedom, developer flexibility, and organizational ambition. Chicago is where we prove that vision isn't just possible—it's inevitable.
Ready to be part of the story?


Submit your session proposal → (Deadline: September 26)
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Early Bird registration
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The Windy City is waiting. Let's make it legendary.

We’re thrilled to introduce Dominique De Cooman, one of the newest members elected to the Drupal Association Board, with his term beginning 1 November 2025.
Dominique is the co-founder, CTO, and co-CEO of Dropsolid, where for more than a decade he has been a driving force behind the company’s vision and growth. His work has focused on digital transformation, open digital experiences, and more recently AI transformation, helping companies, organisations, and governments stay innovative and sovereign in a fast-changing world.
In addition to leading Dropsolid, Dominique has been an active contributor to the open source community. He serves as a Mautic Council member, is involved in the Drupal AI initiative, and advocates for open DXP by bringing together Drupal, Mautic, and emerging AI frameworks. His passion for entrepreneurship, sales, and marketing is matched by his background as a developer and solution architect, which allows him to bridge the business and technical sides of the community.
We are thrilled to have Dominique bring this perspective to the Board. Here are his thoughts as he begins this new chapter:
What are you most excited about when it comes to joining the Drupal Association Board?
Being part of something greater like Drupal is exciting, especially in times like these with AI transforming everything. It is a challenging but impactful time to be part of the Board. Guiding Drupal into the AI age is a massive opportunity.
What do you hope to accomplish during your time on the board?
I would like to contribute in:

Trying new things like the Drupal AI funding initiative, finding new ways to promote and fund open source and Drupal.
Helping Drupal and its business ecosystem transition through the great agency unbundling.
Building bridges with other open source ecosystems, because together we are stronger.

What specific skill or perspective do you contribute to the board?
As the owner of both a Drupal services company and a platform company, I bring a unique perspective on the market. I understand the dynamics in SME and enterprise markets where Drupal is strong. As an entrepreneur, I also bring a try, fail, retry attitude rather than over-analysing and getting stuck. Sometimes you just have to try something new or out of the box. Concerning skills, I am strong in sales, marketing, funding and have a background as a developer and solution architect, so I can relate to both the business and the tech part of the community.
How has Drupal impacted your life or career?
It is my career. And in life, the ability to contribute through daily work has been a continuous source of energy that created many opportunities for myself and others.
Tell us something that the Drupal community might not know about you.
I have been skateboarding since I was 6 years old, it helped me learn to try, fail, retry. I am also a practicing Buddhist and this has helped me to try, fail, retry in another way.
Share a favorite quote or piece of advice that has inspired you.
The only thing that you need to know is the knowing itself.
We look forward to the contributions Dominique will make during his time on the Drupal Association Board. Thank you, Dominique, for sharing your time and expertise with the Drupal community. You can connect with Dominique on LinkedIn.
About the Drupal Association Board of Directors
The Drupal Association Board of Directors comprises 13 members with nine nominated for staggered three-year terms, two elected by Drupal Association members, and one seat is reserved for the Drupal Project Founder, Dries Buytaert. One seat is reserved for the immediate past chair as a non-voting member. All Board terms start on 1 November of each year.
The Board meets twice in person for weekend retreat and about 5 times virtually each year. The Board provides strategic guidance to the Drupal Association and oversight of the Association’s management, policy development, management, budget, and fundraising efforts.

The last two weeks have had a huge focus on getting the providers into the new 1.2.0 structure, beta blockers done and manipulating the AI Agents system so it handles specific cases that we see happen when we are working on the Canvas AI module.
Progress Service for Agents
When setting up a user interface for agents, complex agents can take several minutes to load. If users are shown only a loading spinner during this time, many will assume the system has failed and abandon the page.
Another challenge arises during development, when we need to debug the agent’s behaviour. A useful debug tool should be able to display the agent’s progress, which tools it has used, the contexts it has added, and other relevant details.
A third use case is that you might want to log the progress of the agent, so that you can see what it did, and if something went wrong, you can figure out what happened.
We have a progress service for this, that makes it possible!
The Progress Service can give you very granular and optional information about what a specific agent is up to, while it's running. This means that in your user interface, you can give back information on what the agent is doing, has done and is planning to do.
OpenAI can now read PDF’s
If you use the OpenAI provider, it has had the capability to read PDF files for some time, however a Drupal solution has been missing.
If you use the latest 1.2.x version with AI 1.2.x, you can now upload a PDF in the Chat Explorer or your custom code, to use a PDF as context for your specific task.
Agents can give back structured output
When setting up an agent, you can also configure it to return a structured JSON output once it has completed its context gathering, reasoning, modifications, or other processing steps.
This means that if you invoke a custom agent, you can rely on receiving its response in a predictable, structured format.
In the UI of the Agents a form has been added where you can provide a json-schema of the output that you want.
Chat History Form Element added
We have multiple debug and testing modules that require replicating a chat history, capturing the full sequence of actions an agent takes, or the complete conversation history. Examples include the AI API Explorer, AI Agents Test, and AI Agents Explorer. Potential future use cases could include ECA. Currently, each module implements this functionality independently.
To address this, we have created a reusable form element. Instead of rewriting the same logic for every module, you can now set up and manage chat histories with a single line of code, providing a standardised and reusable way to replicate and manipulate interaction histories across all relevant modules.
Pexels Tools - create new media via Chat
You might have already started building agents that can search your local media library using semantic search. This is really cool, but what happens when you simply do not have an image that fits what you are looking for?
The Pexel AI module offers the function calls that gives you the ability to search and create media entities from the popular royalty free stock photo database Pexels.
This means that you can ask for an image from your local database, but when the Chatbot doesn’t find anything you could follow up with an “Could you please search if Pexels has some images for this?” and it will give you back suggestions that you can then follow up by saying that you want to download.
Tool calling is now available with streaming
One issue with streaming an output, is that once your website starts responding, you do not really know what you are going to get. It could be a textual message, but it could also be a decision to use a tool.
The agent's logic relies heavily on knowing whether a tool is being used, in order to determine if it should continue looping. However, we cannot wait for the entire message to stream before sending it to the end user, that defeats the purpose.
We have now added the ability for any code that starts an agent to include callbacks, which are triggered once streaming is complete. That way it will know if it should keep the connection alive for streaming out more content or finish the output buffer.
Other notable fixes:

Chatbot first message is now translatable
Common method for suggestions in Field Widget Actions
Simplified the code for events
AI core drush command supports copy, paste and multiline
Override the description of tools to give your specific agent better reliability for a specific use case


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Discover the new capabilities now available with Drupal AI 1.2.0
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Join us THURSDAY, September 18 at 1pm ET / 10am PT, for our regularly scheduled call to chat about all things Drupal and nonprofits.(Convert to your local time zone.)
We don't have anything specific on the agenda this month, so we'll have plenty of time to discuss anything that's on our minds at the intersection of Drupal and nonprofits. Got something specific you want to talk about? Feel free to share ahead of time in our collaborative Google document!
All nonprofit Drupal devs and users, regardless of experience level, are always welcome on this call.
This free call is sponsored by NTEN.org and open to everyone.
Information on joining the meeting can be found in our collaborative Google document.

The following is a guest post from Drupal Accessibility Working Group maintainer Mike Gifford.
The digital world is becoming increasingly regulated, and for good reason. New legislation like the European Accessibility Act (EAA) is setting a clear standard for digital inclusion, ensuring that everyone, regardless of ability, has equal access to digital products and services. For the Drupal community, this isn’t a challenge, but an opportunity to showcase what we do best — building an open, accessible web for all.
In Europe, the push for digital accessibility has been a long-term effort, beginning with the Web Accessibility Directive (WAD) in 2016. The WAD set the stage by requiring public sector websites and mobile apps to be accessible. Building on this foundation, the EAA extends these requirements to a much broader range of private sector products and services, including e-commerce, banking, and e-books, and these requirements are in effect now.
The core of both directives is their alignment with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA, a set of internationally recognized standards developed by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C). To provide a clear legal framework, the EU relies on the harmonized technical standard EN 301 549, which incorporates WCAG but also extends its scope to include hardware and other ICT products. For any organization operating within the EU, understanding this legislative landscape is no longer just a "nice to have" – it's now a legal imperative.
Drupal's Longstanding Commitment to Core Accessibility
Drupal has a deep, longstanding commitment to accessibility, viewing it as a core value. From the very beginning, the platform has been built to be accessible, with key features and functionality available out-of-the-box. The community's proactive approach ensures that new releases, like Drupal 10 and 11, adhere to the latest accessibility standards. This means that a standard Drupal install provides a powerful and inclusive foundation for any web project.
The foundation of web accessibility is built on four core principles, often abbreviated as POUR: Perceivable, Operable, Understandable, and Robust. Let's explore how Drupal's core features directly contribute to each of these principles.
1. Perceivable: Ensuring All Users Can Access Information
A website is perceivable when its content can be consumed by users regardless of their sensory abilities. Drupal helps meet this principle in several key ways:

Semantic HTML5: Drupal's architecture is built on clean, semantic HTML5. It uses proper tags like <nav>, <header>, <main>, and <footer> to define the structure of the page, which is essential for screen readers to navigate and interpret content.
Image Handling: Drupal's media system makes adding and managing descriptive alternative text (alt text) for images a fundamental and required part of the content creation process. By default, content authors are prompted to add this critical information, ensuring that users with visual impairments can understand the purpose and content of an image.
Visual Contrast: The core front-end theme, Olivero, and the administrative theme, Claro, are meticulously designed to meet WCAG 2.1 AA color contrast requirements. This ensures that text is readable against its background, a crucial element for users with low vision or color blindness.

2. Operable: Enabling All Users to Interact
A website must be operable for users who can't use a mouse, relying instead on a keyboard or other assistive devices. Drupal's core is designed for full keyboard operability.

Keyboard Navigation: All interactive elements, from dropdown menus to form fields, are fully accessible via keyboard. Clear, visible focus states make it easy for keyboard-only users to see exactly where they are on the page.
Skip Navigation: Drupal’s core themes include a "skip to main content" link that is a required feature for WCAG. This link allows keyboard users to bypass repetitive navigation links at the top of a page and jump directly to the main content, saving time and effort.
Developer helpers: JavaScript helpers are provided in Drupal core, allowing developers to easily add accessibility features to their sites like ARIA live regions or tabbing constraint to their modules and themes.

3. Understandable: Creating Clear and Predictable Interfaces
For a website to be understandable, both its content and its user interface must be clear and predictable.

Logical Structure: Drupal’s use of semantic HTML also creates a logical heading structure (H1, H2, H3, etc.). This hierarchy is vital for screen reader users and helps all users quickly grasp the organization of the content.
Inline Form Errors: The core Inline Form Errors module, while not enabled by default, is a powerful tool for this. It provides immediate, context-sensitive feedback on form errors right next to the field, rather than a generic message at the top of the page. This is far more helpful and less confusing for all users.
Clear Labels: Drupal’s Form API ensures that form fields have correctly associated, descriptive labels, making them understandable for screen reader users.

4. Robust: Functioning Across Technologies
A robust website can be reliably interpreted by a wide range of user agents, including older browsers and assistive technologies. Drupal achieves this by adhering to web standards and providing full support for WAI-ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications), a set of attributes that add semantic information to elements to make dynamic content and custom widgets more accessible. This allows for rich, interactive experiences that still work for users who rely on assistive technologies.
The Role of AI in a More Accessible Future
The Drupal community is actively exploring how artificial intelligence can help streamline and automate accessibility tasks. This isn't about outsourcing responsibility, but rather empowering content authors and site administrators with smarter tools that make it easier to create and maintain an accessible web.
One of the most promising areas is the use of AI to generate high-quality alt text. While human review remains essential for context, AI-powered modules can significantly reduce the manual effort required for this critical task, particularly for sites with large image libraries.

AI Image Alt Text: Modules like this one leverage machine learning vision models to automatically generate descriptive alt text for images. They provide a human-in-the-loop workflow, allowing content creators to review and edit the suggested text before publishing. This not only improves efficiency but also helps maintain consistency across large libraries of images.
Limitations and Human Responsibility: It's important to understand that AI is a tool, not a solution. AI might describe an image as "A person standing on a stage," but a human content author can provide the context: "Drupal founder Dries Buytaert giving a keynote at DrupalCon." The human provides the meaning, which is the ultimate goal of accessibility.

Community-Driven Best Practices and Contributed Tools
Beyond core and AI, the Drupal ecosystem offers a wealth of resources and contributed modules that further enhance accessibility. This collaborative environment is key to keeping Drupal at the forefront of digital inclusion.
Some Accessibility-Focused Modules

Alt Text Validation: Scans and validates image alt text site-wide and on save, with customizable rules that can warn or prevent saving.
Block ARIA Landmark Roles: Adds ARIA landmark role assignment to block configuration forms.
Editoria11y Accessibility Checker: An automatic, inline checker that helps authors create accessible content by marking issues, offering fixes, and tracking progress.
Node Link Report: Scans and reports on link status (broken, redirected, good) and accessibility errors (indiscernible text, missing alt/aria-labels).

Also see this list from Smart Bees or on this article on OpenSource.com 
The Power of a Community Initiative
The Drupal community's accessibility team works tirelessly to ensure core code is accessible. They have established a "needs accessibility review" process in the issue queue, inviting specialists to review patches and new features before they are committed to core. This rigorous process is a testament to the community's commitment to making accessibility a fundamental part of Drupal's DNA. They also hold regular Accessibility Office Hours to help new and experienced contributors alike.
The Role of the Site Builder and Content Author
Ultimately, technology is only part of the solution. A fully accessible website requires a commitment from the humans building and managing it.

Start with an Accessible Foundation: Use Drupal's core and themes like Olivero to ensure your site is built on a solid, compliant base.
Empower Content Authors: Train content creators on the importance of semantic headings, clear links, and providing meaningful alt text. Tools like Editoria11y can be invaluable in this process.
Test, Test, Test: Don't rely solely on automated tools. Manual testing using a keyboard, and testing with a screen reader, are essential to catch issues that automation can miss. Better still, involve real users with disabilities in your testing process. We have documented our recommended process.

Wikipedia & Country References
Rather than duplicating efforts to look at the country details of the EAA, we’ve tried to consolidate some of the findings into the Wikipedia page on the legislation. This way, the legislation can continue to be updated by the community. Like accessibility, we expect that there will be updates needed about how the EAA is being implemented in each member state.
Conclusion: A Continuous Journey
The new wave of digital accessibility regulations, including the EAA and updated ADA rules, are not a burden. They are a catalyst for building a more inclusive and user-friendly web for everyone. Drupal, with its strong core features, a powerful ecosystem of modules, and a dedicated community, is perfectly positioned to help organizations meet these new standards and go beyond mere compliance. By combining solid technology with a human-centric approach, we can work towards a digital world where accessibility isn't an afterthought but an integral and effortless part of the creation process.
Note: For state and local governments in the USA, new regulations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) have established WCAG 2.1 Level AA as the technical standard for web and mobile app accessibility. Many of the steps discussed here will also benefit your sites. You can find more information on these specific requirements on ADA.gov.
Some recent articles about Drupal & legislation
Here’s a curated list of articles and resources that explicitly connect Drupal with the latest accessibility legislation/standards and the technical solutions to meet them:
Legislation & standards → what they mean to Drupal

“Making sense of the European Accessibility Act, EN 301 549 and WCAG” (June 26, 2025) — Acquia
“The European Accessibility Act: What is it and do I need to worry about it?” (May 14, 2025) — Zoocha
“European Accessibility Act: What you need to know” (June 26, 2025) — Electric Citizen
“The European Accessibility Act: What it means for your website in 2025” (24 June 2025) — Annertech