Fiverr and Wix Join Forces to Help Make the Web Accessible for Everyone

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Fiverr (NYSE: FVRR) has partnered with Wix (Nasdaq: WIX) to create a program aimed at training people with disabilities to build accessible websites. Participants will receive training from Wix and learn how to market their services as web accessibility builders on the Fiverr platform. This initiative seeks to empower the disabled community, enabling them to monetize their skills. The program starts virtually in the U.S., with plans to expand globally. Both companies emphasize inclusivity and equal opportunities through this collaboration.

Positive

• Collaboration with Wix to train individuals with disabilities enhances Fiverr's commitment to inclusivity.
• Participants gain valuable skills that can be monetized on Fiverr, potentially increasing user engagement and platform growth.

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• None.

Fiverr (NYSE: FVRR), the company that is changing how the world works together, and Wix (Nasdaq: WIX), a leading global SaaS platform to create, manage and grow an online presence, are teaming up to provide a unique program where experts from Wix will train people with disabilities to build accessible websites. The participants can then offer their services as web accessibility builders on the Fiverr platform.

Fiverr and Wix are teaming up to provide a unique program where experts from Wix will train people with disabilities to build accessible websites. Participants can then offer their services as web accessibility builders on the Fiverr platform. (Photo: Business Wire)

As part of the program, Wix will train the participants to build websites and more specifically, to make them accessible. Fiverr will then educate participants on how to become successful sellers on the Fiverr platform. After completion, participants will have the opportunity to monetize their new skills on Fiverr by becoming freelancers.

“We believe that the future of the internet is one where anyone, anywhere can access any site of their choosing, no matter their abilities,” said Mor Levinhar Tzang, Lead for Fiverr Empower, Fiverr’s program dedicated to providing opportunities for people with disabilities. “We are happy to cooperate with Wix as both companies share the same values in providing opportunities for all and making the internet more accessible. This initiative gives us the opportunity to help empower the disabled community and provide them with the tools and resources they need to earn income as freelance Wix web designers on Fiverr.”

The program contributes to the global effort around world inclusiveness and creates real, equal opportunities for this community. By giving additional support and education, the two companies are coming together to help program participants gain professional experience, and empower them to succeed.

“We believe that the web is meant to be a place for everyone, and we’re proud to partner with Fiverr to serve this vision,” said Nir Horesh, Head of Accessibility at Wix. “In educating more people to build accessible websites we are making the internet more inclusive so that everyone can visit and enjoy it.”

The training will be virtual and the first class will be open to people based in the U.S. with future plans to expand the program globally.

For more information about the program and to apply, please visit: https://lp.fiverr.com/website-accessibility/.

About Fiverr

Fiverr’s mission is to change how the world works together. Since 2010, the Fiverr platform has been at the forefront of the future of work connecting businesses of all sizes with skilled freelancers offering digital services in more than 500 categories, across 9 verticals including graphic design, digital marketing, programming, video and animation. In the twelve months ended March 31, 2021, over 3.8 million customers bought a wide range of services from freelancers across more than 160 countries. We invite you to become part of the future of work by visiting us at fiverr.com, read our blog and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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FAQ

What is the partnership between Fiverr and Wix about?

Fiverr and Wix are collaborating to train people with disabilities to build accessible websites, allowing them to offer services on the Fiverr platform.

When does the Fiverr and Wix training program start?

The training program will start virtually, with the first class open to participants in the U.S.

How does the Fiverr-Wix program benefit participants?

Participants will acquire skills in web accessibility and learn to sell their services as freelancers on Fiverr.

What is Fiverr's mission regarding inclusivity?

Fiverr aims to empower the disabled community by providing resources and training to help them succeed as freelancers.

Will the Fiverr and Wix program expand globally?

Yes, there are plans to expand the training program globally after its initial launch in the U.S.