The following template serves to guide you in crafting your accessibility statement. It is essential that your statement aligns with the legal requirements of your region. Ensure you customize the content as necessary to reflect your publishing services and commitment to accessibility.
Accessibility Statement
This statement was last updated on [enter relevant date].
At My Site, we are dedicated to ensuring that our website, [enter site name and address], is accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities.
Understanding Web Accessibility
An accessible publishing site enables all visitors, including those with disabilities, to navigate and enjoy content seamlessly. This is achieved through optimal design practices and support for assistive technologies.
Accessibility Features of Our Site
My Site has implemented the WCAG [2.0 / 2.1 / 2.2 - select relevant option] guidelines, striving for an accessibility level of [A / AA / AAA - select relevant option]. Our site has been modified to accommodate assistive technologies, such as screen readers and keyboard navigation. Specific measures taken include:
Utilized accessibility tools to identify and rectify accessibility issues
Defined the primary language of the site
Organized content structure for easy navigation
Established clear headings across all pages
Provided alternative text for images
Ensured color schemes comply with contrast requirements
Minimized unnecessary motion elements
Checked that all media files are accessible
We acknowledge partial compliance due to third-party content [only add if relevant].
Certain sections of our site rely on content provided by [enter relevant third-party name]. The following URLs may not fully comply with accessibility standards: [list the URLs of the pages]. Therefore, we declare partial compliance for these specific pages.
Organizational Accessibility Measures [only add if relevant]
[Provide a detailed account of accessibility arrangements in our physical locations. Include descriptions of accessible pathways, transportation options, and features that ensure accessibility for guests throughout their experience, such as accessible service desks and facilities.]
Feedback and Assistance
If you encounter any accessibility challenges on our site, or if you 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]
[Additional contact details if necessary]