Our Commitment to Accessibility
EmpowerEd Consultancy is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We continually improve the user experience for everyone and apply relevant accessibility standards.
Accessibility Standards
Our website aims to conform to level AA of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities.
Visual Accessibility
- • High contrast color schemes
- • Readable font sizes and spacing
- • Alt text for all images
- • Scalable text up to 200%
Navigation Accessibility
- • Full keyboard navigation support
- • Clear focus indicators
- • Logical tab order
- • Skip links for main content
Current Accessibility Features
Text & Content
- • Clear, simple language throughout the site
- • Consistent navigation and page structure
- • Descriptive page titles and headings
- • Text alternatives for non-text content
Interactive Elements
- • Form labels and error messages
- • Button and link purposes clearly identified
- • No content flashing more than 3 times per second
- • Sufficient time limits for interactive elements
Design & Layout
- • Responsive design for all screen sizes
- • Color contrast ratios meeting WCAG AA standards
- • Content readable without horizontal scrolling
- • Focus indicators visible on all interactive elements
Assistive Technology Support
Our website is designed to work with assistive technologies including:
Screen Readers
- • NVDA (Windows)
- • JAWS (Windows)
- • VoiceOver (Mac/iOS)
- • TalkBack (Android)
Other Tools
- • Voice control software
- • Switch navigation
- • Eye-tracking devices
- • Magnification software
Browser & Device Compatibility
Our website is compatible with recent versions of major browsers and operating systems:
Desktop Browsers
- • Chrome 90+
- • Firefox 88+
- • Safari 14+
- • Edge 90+
Mobile Platforms
- • iOS Safari 14+
- • Android Chrome 90+
- • Samsung Internet 14+
- • Firefox Mobile 88+
Operating Systems
- • Windows 10+
- • macOS 11+
- • iOS 14+
- • Android 10+
Known Issues & Limitations
We are aware of the following accessibility limitations and are working to address them:
- • Some third-party content may not meet full accessibility standards
- • PDF documents are being updated for better screen reader compatibility
- • Video content is being updated with captions and transcripts
Expected completion: March 2025
Accessibility Help & Support
Alternative Access Options
If you experience any accessibility barriers, we offer alternative ways to access our services:
- • Phone consultations: 020 1234 5678
- • Email support: accessibility@empoweredconsultancy.co.uk
- • Large print materials available upon request
- • BSL interpretation can be arranged for meetings
Feedback & Reporting
We welcome feedback about the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us at:
Email: accessibility@edempowered.co.uk
Phone: 020 1234 5678
Enforcement & Complaints
The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is responsible for enforcing the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) (No. 2) Accessibility Regulations 2018 (the 'accessibility regulations').
If you're not happy with how we respond to your complaint, you can contact the Equality Advisory and Support Service (EASS) at equalityadvisoryservice.com.
Continuous Improvement
We are committed to continually improving the accessibility of our website and services. This statement will be reviewed and updated regularly as we make improvements and receive feedback.
Upcoming Improvements
- • Enhanced keyboard navigation
- • Additional color contrast options
- • Improved form accessibility
- • Video transcripts and captions