This template serves to guide you in drafting your accessibility statement. You are responsible for ensuring compliance with local accessibility laws and regulations.
ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT
This statement was last updated on [enter relevant date]. We at Watson’s Rising Star Scholarship are dedicated to making our website, www.watsonrisingstar.org, accessible to individuals with disabilities.
What web accessibility means
An accessible website allows all visitors, including those with disabilities, to navigate and enjoy the same level of ease as others. This is accomplished through system capabilities and assistive technologies.
Accessibility improvements on this website
We have modified our website according to WCAG 2.1 guidelines, achieving an accessibility level of AA. The content has been optimized for compatibility with assistive technologies like screen readers and keyboard navigation.
- We have undertaken the following actions to enhance accessibility:
Conducted regular accessibility audits to identify and rectify issues
Specified the language for the site
Organized content in a logical order on all pages
Established clear heading structures across the website
Provided alternative text for all images
Ensured sufficient color contrast for readability
Minimized motion effects on the site
Guaranteed accessibility for all multimedia content
We acknowledge partial compliance with the standard due to content from third parties.
Some pages may include third-party content that affects accessibility, specifically from [enter relevant third-party name]. The following URLs are impacted: [list the URLs of the pages]. We therefore declare partial compliance for these pages.
Accessibility arrangements in our organization
Our physical locations are equipped with accessibility features, ensuring that all visitors can easily navigate from the parking lot to service desks, meeting rooms, and event spaces. We provide additional services for individuals with disabilities, including accessible restrooms and seating.
Feedback and assistance
If you encounter any accessibility issues or need assistance, please reach out to our accessibility coordinator:
[Name of the accessibility coordinator]
[Telephone number of the accessibility coordinator]
[Email address of the accessibility coordinator]
[Enter any additional contact details if relevant / available]