Accessibility Statement for Elevate Academy
Elevate Academy is committed to providing a website that is accessible to the widest possible audience, regardless of technology or ability. We are actively working to increase the accessibility and usability of our website and in doing so adhere to many of the available standards and guidelines.
Our Commitment
We strive to adhere to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA, a set of guidelines developed by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with a wide array of disabilities. Conformance with these guidelines will help make the web more user-friendly for all people.
Our commitment to accessibility includes:
- Providing alternative text for all images and non-text content.
- Ensuring sufficient color contrast between text and background.
- Using clear and simple language.
- Making our website navigable by keyboard.
- Providing captions and transcripts for multimedia content.
- Using semantic HTML to structure our content.
- Regularly testing our website for accessibility issues and addressing them promptly.
Accessibility Features
Elevate Academy has implemented several features to enhance accessibility for all users:
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Alternative Text | Descriptive alternative text is provided for all relevant images and non-text elements, allowing screen readers to convey the content and purpose of these elements to users. |
| Keyboard Navigation | The entire website can be navigated using a keyboard alone, ensuring that users who cannot use a mouse or other pointing device can still access all content and functionality. |
| Color Contrast | We have carefully selected color combinations to ensure sufficient contrast between text and background, making it easier for users with low vision or color blindness to read the content. |
| Semantic HTML |
We use semantic HTML elements (e.g.,
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| Resizable Text | Users can easily increase or decrease the text size using their browser's built-in zoom functionality, allowing them to customize the display to their individual needs. |
| Clear and Simple Language | We strive to use clear and simple language throughout the website, avoiding jargon and complex sentence structures that may be difficult for some users to understand. |
| Form Accessibility | All forms are designed with accessibility in mind, including clear labels, error messages, and instructions, making it easier for users to complete and submit forms. |
| Consistent Navigation | We maintain a consistent navigation structure throughout the website, helping users to easily find the information they need and understand the overall layout of the site. |
Reporting Accessibility Issues
We are continuously working to improve the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers while using our site, please let us know. Your feedback is valuable and helps us to make Elevate Academy’s website more accessible for everyone.
To report an accessibility issue, please contact our Accessibility Officer, Ms. Amelia Chen, at [email protected] or call us at +1 298-808-0864 . Please provide the following information in your report:
- The URL (web address) of the page where you encountered the issue.
- A description of the accessibility issue you encountered.
- The type of assistive technology you were using (if applicable).
- Your contact information (email address or phone number) so we can follow up with you.
We will make every effort to respond to your feedback within five business days and will take appropriate steps to address any accessibility issues identified.
Elevate Academy values inclusivity and believes that everyone should have equal access to education and information. We are dedicated to creating a welcoming and accessible online environment for all our students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
This accessibility statement was last updated on October 26, 2023, and is reviewed and updated periodically to reflect our ongoing commitment to accessibility.