Accessibility Statement
Last updated: January 2025
Our Commitment
We are committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards.
Conformance Status
We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at Level AA. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities and more user-friendly for everyone.
Accessibility Features
Our website includes the following accessibility features:
- Keyboard Navigation: All functionality is accessible via keyboard
- Skip Links: Skip to main content links for screen reader users
- Alt Text: Images include descriptive alternative text
- Color Contrast: Text meets WCAG AA contrast requirements
- Responsive Design: Content adapts to different screen sizes and zoom levels
- Form Labels: All form inputs have associated labels
- Focus Indicators: Visible focus states for interactive elements
- Semantic HTML: Proper heading hierarchy and landmark regions
- ARIA Labels: Additional context for screen readers where needed
Assistive Technologies
Our website is designed to be compatible with:
- Screen readers (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver)
- Screen magnification software
- Speech recognition software
- Keyboard-only navigation
Known Limitations
While we strive for full accessibility, some content may have limitations:
- Some older PDF documents may not be fully accessible
- Third-party content or embedded media may have varying accessibility levels
- Some interactive maps may require alternative navigation methods
Feedback
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website. Please let us know if you encounter accessibility barriers by contacting us through our website. We try to respond to accessibility feedback within 5 business days.
Assessment Methods
We assess the accessibility of our website through self-evaluation using automated testing tools, manual testing with assistive technologies, and user feedback and testing.