Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment to Accessibility

ECU Communications is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards.

Accessibility Features

Our website includes the following accessibility features:

Navigation and Structure

• Semantic HTML: Proper use of headings, lists, and structural elements
• Keyboard Navigation: All interactive elements are accessible via keyboard
• Skip Links: Quick navigation links for screen reader users
• Clear Navigation: Consistent and intuitive site navigation

Content and Media

• Alt Text: Descriptive alternative text for all images
• Captions: Closed captions for video content
• Text Alternatives: Text descriptions for complex graphics
• Readable Fonts: High-contrast, easy-to-read typography

Interactive Elements

• Form Labels: All form fields have proper labels
• Error Messages: Clear error identification and suggestions
• Focus Indicators: Visible focus indicators for keyboard navigation
• Button States: Clear indication of interactive element states

Screen Reader Compatibility

Our website is designed to work with popular screen readers including:

• NVDA (Windows)
• JAWS (Windows)
• VoiceOver (macOS/iOS)
• TalkBack (Android)

Browser Compatibility

We support the following browsers and assistive technologies:

Accessibility Standards

We follow these accessibility standards and guidelines:

WCAG 2.1 Success Criteria

• Perceivable: Information and user interface components must be presentable to users in ways they can perceive
• Operable: User interface components and navigation must be operable
• Understandable: Information and the operation of user interface must be understandable
• Robust: Content must be robust enough to be interpreted reliably by a wide variety of user agents

Feedback and Support

We welcome feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us.

Continuous Improvement

Accessibility is an ongoing commitment. We regularly:

• Conduct accessibility audits and testing
• Review and update our accessibility features
• Train our team on accessibility best practices
• Monitor industry standards and guidelines

Third-Party Content

While we strive to ensure accessibility across our entire website, some third-party content or embedded media may not fully meet our accessibility standards. We work with vendors to improve accessibility where possible.

Contact Information

For accessibility questions, concerns, or to request accommodations:

Legal Compliance

ECU Communications complies with applicable accessibility laws and regulations, including:

• Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act
• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
• Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)