📋 Our Commitment

Our Goals:

• ✅ Ensure our platform is accessible to people with disabilities
• ✅ Comply with accessibility standards and best practices
• ✅ Continuously improve the accessibility of our platform
• ✅ Provide alternative ways to access information and services
• ✅ Respond to accessibility feedback and concerns

📜 Accessibility Standards

GivingDonate strives to conform to the following accessibility standards:

WCAG 2.1 (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines)

• Level A: Basic web accessibility features
• Level AA: Enhanced accessibility (our target level)
• Goal: Achieve WCAG 2.1 Level AA conformance

Other Standards

• ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act): U.S. accessibility requirements
• Section 508: U.S. federal accessibility standards
• EN 301 549: European accessibility standard

♿ Accessibility Features

Current Accessibility Features

Our platform includes the following accessibility features:

Navigation & Structure

• ✅ Keyboard Navigation: Full keyboard navigation support
• ✅ Skip Links: Skip to main content links
• ✅ Logical Structure: Proper heading hierarchy (H1, H2, H3, etc.)
• ✅ Consistent Layout: Consistent navigation and page structure
• ✅ Focus Indicators: Visible focus indicators for keyboard navigation

Visual Design

• ✅ Color Contrast: Sufficient color contrast for text readability
• ✅ Resizable Text: Text can be resized up to 200% without loss of functionality
• ✅ Responsive Design: Mobile-friendly and responsive layout
• ✅ Clear Typography: Readable fonts and appropriate font sizes

Content & Media

• ✅ Alt Text: Alternative text for images
• ✅ Descriptive Links: Clear, descriptive link text
• ✅ Form Labels: Proper labels for all form fields
• ✅ Error Messages: Clear error messages and instructions

Assistive Technology Support

• ✅ Screen Readers: Compatible with screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver)
• ✅ ARIA Labels: ARIA landmarks and labels for better screen reader support
• ✅ Semantic HTML: Proper HTML5 semantic elements

🔧 Assistive Technologies

GivingDonate is designed to work with the following assistive technologies:

Screen Readers

• JAWS: Job Access With Speech (Windows)
• NVDA: NonVisual Desktop Access (Windows)
• VoiceOver: Apple's built-in screen reader (macOS, iOS)
• TalkBack: Android screen reader
• Narrator: Windows built-in screen reader

Browser Accessibility Features

• Zoom: Browser zoom functionality (up to 200%)
• High Contrast Mode: Operating system high contrast modes
• Text-to-Speech: Browser text-to-speech features

Keyboard & Input Devices

• Keyboard Only: Full functionality without a mouse
• Switch Devices: Compatible with switch access devices
• Voice Control: Works with voice control software

🌐 Supported Browsers

For the best accessibility experience, we recommend using the latest versions of:

• ✅ Google Chrome (Windows, macOS, Linux)
• ✅ Mozilla Firefox (Windows, macOS, Linux)
• ✅ Apple Safari (macOS, iOS)
• ✅ Microsoft Edge (Windows, macOS)

🚧 Known Limitations

We are aware of the following accessibility limitations and are working to address them:

• ⚠️ Some third-party embedded content may not be fully accessible
• ⚠️ Some complex interactive features may require additional accessibility improvements
• ⚠️ PDF documents may not be fully accessible (we are working on accessible alternatives)
• ⚠️ Some older pages may not meet current accessibility standards (being updated)

📧 Accessibility Feedback

How to Report Accessibility Issues

• 📧 Email: support@givingdonate.com
• 📋 Subject: "Accessibility Issue" or "Accessibility Feedback"
• 📝 Include:
  • Description of the accessibility barrier
  • Page URL where you encountered the issue
  • Browser and assistive technology you're using
  • Screenshots or additional details (if applicable)

Response Time

• ⏱️ We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 48 hours
• 🔧 We prioritize accessibility issues and work to resolve them as quickly as possible
• 📊 We track accessibility feedback to inform our improvement roadmap

🔄 Ongoing Improvements

GivingDonate is committed to continuous accessibility improvements:

Our Accessibility Roadmap

• 🔍 Regular Audits: Conduct regular accessibility audits
• 🧪 User Testing: Test with users who rely on assistive technologies
• 📚 Training: Provide accessibility training for our team
• 🔧 Updates: Continuously update and improve accessibility features
• 📋 Documentation: Maintain up-to-date accessibility documentation

Recent Improvements

• ✅ Improved keyboard navigation across all pages
• ✅ Enhanced color contrast for better readability
• ✅ Added ARIA labels for better screen reader support
• ✅ Improved form field labels and error messages
• ✅ Implemented skip navigation links

📚 Accessibility Resources

For more information about web accessibility:

• W3C Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI): https://www.w3.org/WAI/
• WCAG 2.1 Guidelines: https://www.w3.org/WAI/WCAG21/quickref/
• WebAIM (Web Accessibility In Mind): https://webaim.org/
• ADA.gov: https://www.ada.gov/

🔧 Accessibility Tips

For Users with Visual Impairments

• Use browser zoom (Ctrl/Cmd + Plus) to increase text size
• Enable high contrast mode in your operating system
• Use a screen reader (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver)
• Adjust browser settings for larger default font sizes

For Users with Motor Impairments

• Use keyboard navigation (Tab, Enter, Arrow keys)
• Enable sticky keys in your operating system
• Use voice control software
• Consider switch access devices

For Users with Cognitive Disabilities

• Use browser reading mode for simplified layouts
• Take breaks when needed
• Use text-to-speech features
• Adjust reading speed in screen readers

⚖️ Legal Compliance

GivingDonate is committed to compliance with:

• ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act): U.S. accessibility law
• Section 508: U.S. federal accessibility requirements
• AODA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act): Ontario, Canada
• EN 301 549: European accessibility standard
• WCAG 2.1 Level AA: International web accessibility standard