Accessibility Statement

1. Testing and Audits

• What tools or audits do you use to test accessibility?

For example, you might mention using automated tools like WAVE or Axe to test your site for accessibility issues. If you’ve conducted manual audits or worked with accessibility consultants, you can include that information.

 

2. Specific Accessibility Features

• Screen Reader Compatibility:

If your website is optimized for screen readers (e.g., for visually impaired users), you can mention this.

• Font Adjustments:

If you have options for users to adjust font size or contrast for better readability, you can include that.

• Color Contrast:

If you’ve ensured that there’s sufficient color contrast between text and background for users with color blindness, that’s worth mentioning.

 

3. Keyboard Navigation

• If your site is fully navigable using a keyboard (without a mouse), you could include that information.

 

4. Video and Multimedia Accessibility

• Subtitles and Captions:

If you provide captions for videos or offer sign language interpretation, that’s an important detail for users who are deaf or hard of hearing.

 

5. Contact Information for Accessibility Issues

• You could add more specific contact information for accessibility-related inquiries, such as a dedicated email or form for accessibility concerns.

 

Example of a More Detailed Accessibility Statement

 

Accessibility Statement

 

Effective Date: [Insert Date]

 

Empowered by Empathy is committed to ensuring the accessibility of our website to all individuals, including those with disabilities. We aim to provide an inclusive, user-friendly experience for everyone, regardless of their ability or the technology they use.

 

1. Accessibility Efforts

 

We continually strive to improve the accessibility of our website by following best practices and guidelines such as the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1. Our goal is to ensure that all users can navigate, interact with, and benefit from our content. We conduct regular audits using both automated tools and manual testing to identify and address potential accessibility issues.

 

2. Accessible Features

 

We have implemented several features to enhance the accessibility of our website:

• Screen Reader Compatibility: Our website is designed to be compatible with popular screen readers, providing text-based alternatives for images and multimedia.

• Text Alternatives: All non-text content (e.g., images, videos) includes descriptive alt text.

• Keyboard Navigation: All interactive elements of our website can be accessed and used with a keyboard alone.

• Color Contrast: We have ensured that there is sufficient contrast between text and background to accommodate users with visual impairments.

• Font Size and Contrast Adjustments: Users can adjust font size and contrast for improved readability.

• Subtitles and Captions: We provide subtitles for all video content to assist users who are deaf or hard of hearing.

 

3. Feedback and Assistance

 

We are committed to making our website accessible and welcome any feedback or suggestions on how we can improve. If you encounter any barriers while using our website, please contact us directly. We will address your concerns promptly.

 

Contact Information:

Email: contact@empoweredbyempathy.org

 

4. Third-Party Content

 

While we strive to ensure accessibility across our website, some third-party content (e.g., embedded videos, external links) may not always meet the same accessibility standards. We are working with these third-party providers to improve accessibility.

 

5. Ongoing Improvements

 

We are constantly reviewing and updating our website to ensure it remains accessible. As accessibility technology and guidelines evolve, we are committed to making necessary adjustments to improve the user experience for all individuals.