Accessibility Statement

Last Updated: December 29, 2024

Our Commitment

MakeItSoRHS is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We continually improve the user experience for everyone and apply the relevant accessibility standards to achieve this goal.

Accessibility Standards

We aim to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at the AA level. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities, including:

  • Visual impairments (blindness, low vision, color blindness)
  • Hearing impairments
  • Motor impairments
  • Cognitive disabilities

Accessibility Features

Our website includes the following accessibility features:

Navigation

  • Skip to main content link
  • Consistent navigation structure
  • Descriptive page titles
  • Clear heading hierarchy
  • Keyboard-accessible menus and forms

Visual Design

  • Sufficient color contrast ratios
  • Resizable text without loss of functionality
  • Clear, readable fonts
  • Visible focus indicators
  • No content that flashes more than three times per second

Content

  • Alternative text for images
  • Descriptive link text
  • Clear and simple language
  • Properly labeled form fields
  • Error identification and suggestions

Technical

  • Semantic HTML structure
  • ARIA landmarks and labels where appropriate
  • Compatible with screen readers
  • Works without JavaScript for core functionality
  • Mobile-responsive design

Assistive Technology Compatibility

Our website is designed to be compatible with the following assistive technologies:

  • Screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, TalkBack)
  • 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 widgets may have varying accessibility levels
  • Some interactive maps may have limited accessibility

We are actively working to address these limitations.

Browser and Device Support

For the best accessible experience, we recommend using:

  • Modern browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)
  • Latest versions of screen readers
  • Operating system accessibility features enabled as needed

Feedback and Contact

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of MakeItSoRHS. If you encounter accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

  • Email: contact@makeitsorhs.com
  • Subject line: Accessibility Feedback
  • Website: https://makeitsorhs.com/contact

When contacting us, please provide:

  • The URL of the page where you encountered the issue
  • A description of the accessibility problem
  • The assistive technology you were using (if any)
  • Your contact information so we can follow up

Enforcement and Complaints

If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility concern, you may file a complaint with the appropriate regulatory body in your jurisdiction.

Continuous Improvement

We are committed to ongoing accessibility improvements. This includes:

  • Regular accessibility audits
  • Staff training on accessibility best practices
  • Incorporating accessibility into our development process
  • Monitoring user feedback and making improvements

This accessibility statement was last reviewed and updated on December 29, 2024.