At CEIS, we are dedicated to ensuring that our website is accessible to all individuals, regardless of their abilities or disabilities. We believe in providing an inclusive online experience that allows everyone to access and interact with our content easily. This accessibility statement outlines our commitment to making our website as accessible as possible, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010 and relevant accessibility standards.
Standards and Guidelines
We strive to adhere to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 as the benchmark for web accessibility. These guidelines provide a set of internationally recognised principles and success criteria for creating accessible websites. Our aim is to meet Level AA standards to ensure a high level of accessibility for all users.
Accessibility Features and Accommodations
To enhance accessibility on our website, we have implemented the following features and accommodations:
Alternative Text:
We provide descriptive alternative text for images on our website, enabling users who rely on screen readers or have images disabled to understand the content.
Keyboard Navigation:
Our website can be navigated using only a keyboard, allowing individuals who cannot use a mouse or have limited dexterity to access all areas and features.
Adjustable Text Sizes:
Users can modify the font sizes on our website to suit their preferences, ensuring that content remains readable for individuals with visual impairments.
Captions and Transcripts:
Wherever possible, we provide captions for audio and video content, as well as transcripts for podcasts or other non-text media, enabling users who are deaf or hard of hearing to access the information.
Colour Contrast:
We strive to maintain a sufficient colour contrast between text and background elements to ensure readability for individuals with visual impairments.
Testing and Evaluation
We regularly evaluate the accessibility of our website to identify and address any accessibility issues. This includes both manual testing and automated accessibility testing using industry-standard tools. We also value feedback from our users, especially those with disabilities, to improve the accessibility of our website continuously.
Contact Us
If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improving the accessibility of our website, please contact us. We appreciate your feedback and are committed to addressing any concerns promptly. You can reach us by:
Email: ceis@ceis.org.uk
Phone: 0141 425 2900
We will make every effort to respond to your inquiry in a timely manner and work towards a solution that promotes equal access to our website.
Accessibility Statement Review
This accessibility statement will be reviewed periodically to ensure its accuracy and alignment with current accessibility standards and best practices. We are dedicated to keeping pace with evolving accessibility requirements and continuously improving the accessibility of our website.
Accessibility Policy
For a comprehensive understanding of our commitment to accessibility beyond our website, please refer to our organisation’s broader accessibility policy, which covers our commitment to accessibility in all aspects of our work.
[Link to Accessibility Policy]
By striving for website accessibility, we aim to create an inclusive online environment where all individuals can access the information, services, and opportunities provided by CEIS.