Accessibility Statement for Emerald Coast Acting Academy
Emerald Coast Acting Academy is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all users, including people with disabilities. We strive to provide a website that is both user-friendly and accessible, regardless of technology or ability. We are continuously working to improve the accessibility of our website to ensure we provide equal access to information.
Conformance Status
The Emerald Coast Acting Academy website strives to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA. These guidelines outline best practices for making web content more accessible to a wide range of people with disabilities. While we are constantly working towards full compliance, we acknowledge that some areas of the site may not yet meet these standards. We are committed to addressing these issues and implementing solutions to improve accessibility across the board. This includes, but is not limited to, providing alternative text for images, ensuring sufficient color contrast, and making our website navigable using keyboard-only controls.
Measures to Support Accessibility
Emerald Coast Acting Academy takes the following measures to ensure the accessibility of its website:
- Ongoing Accessibility Audits: Regular audits of our website are conducted to identify and address accessibility issues. These audits are performed both manually and using automated testing tools.
- Accessibility Training: Our web development and content creation teams receive ongoing training on accessibility best practices. This training ensures that new content and features are developed with accessibility in mind.
- Clear and Simple Language: We use clear and simple language throughout our website to ensure that information is easily understandable for all users.
- Alternative Text for Images: All images on our website include descriptive alternative text (alt text) to provide context for users who are unable to see the images.
- Keyboard Navigation: Our website is designed to be fully navigable using keyboard-only controls.
- Sufficient Color Contrast: We ensure that there is sufficient color contrast between text and background colors to make content readable for users with low vision or color blindness.
- Semantic HTML: We use semantic HTML markup to structure our content in a meaningful way, making it easier for assistive technologies to interpret.
- Use of ARIA Attributes: We strategically implement ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes to enhance the accessibility of interactive elements on our website, providing additional information to assistive technologies.
Specific Accessibility Features Implemented
We have implemented several specific features to enhance accessibility:
- Skip Navigation Link: A "Skip to Content" link is provided at the top of each page to allow users to bypass the main navigation and go directly to the content.
- Focus Indicators: Clear visual focus indicators are provided for keyboard navigation to show users which element is currently selected.
- Form Labeling: All form fields are properly labeled with clear and descriptive labels to ensure users understand the purpose of each field.
- Error Handling: Clear and informative error messages are provided for form submissions to help users correct any errors.
- Resizable Text: Users can easily resize the text on our website using their browser settings.
Feedback Process
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of the Emerald Coast Acting Academy website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us. Your feedback is valuable and will help us to enhance the accessibility of our website for all users.
To provide feedback, please use the following contact information:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: (850) 555-2288 ext. 711 (Accessibility Support Line)
- Address: Accessibility Feedback Department, 420 Palafox Street, Pensacola, FL 32502
We will make every effort to respond to your feedback within 5 business days and will take appropriate action to address any accessibility issues that are identified.
Technical Specifications
Accessibility of the Emerald Coast Acting Academy website relies on the following technologies to work with the particular combination of web browser and any assistive technologies or plugins installed on your computer:
- HTML
- CSS
- JavaScript
- ARIA
These technologies are relied upon for conformance with the accessibility standards used.
Limitations and Alternatives
Despite our best efforts to ensure the accessibility of the Emerald Coast Acting Academy website, there may be some limitations. Below is a description of known limitations and potential alternatives.
| Issue | Description | Alternative | Timeline for Resolution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Complex Tables | Some complex tables may not be fully accessible to screen readers due to the lack of proper structural markup. | We are working to simplify complex tables or provide alternative formats for data presentation. Contact us for alternative access to data. | Ongoing improvements; expected completion Q4 2025. |
| Video Captions | Not all video content currently includes closed captions. | We are working to add captions to all video content. Transcripts are available upon request. | All new videos will have captions. Existing videos will be captioned by Q2 2025. |
| Third-Party Content | Some content from third-party providers may not fully conform to accessibility standards. | We are working with our third-party providers to ensure that their content is accessible. In the meantime, please contact us for assistance with accessing this content. | Ongoing communication with vendors. |
We are continually working to improve the accessibility of our website and will address these limitations as quickly as possible.
Browser Compatibility
The Emerald Coast Acting Academy website is designed to be compatible with the following browsers:
- Google Chrome (latest version)
- Mozilla Firefox (latest version)
- Apple Safari (latest version)
- Microsoft Edge (latest version)
While we strive to maintain compatibility with older browsers, we recommend using the latest version of your preferred browser for the best experience.
Dark Mode Support
The Emerald Coast Acting Academy website automatically adjusts to your device's preferred color scheme. If your device is set to dark mode, our website will switch to a dark theme for improved readability in low-light conditions. This feature aims to enhance the overall user experience and reduce eye strain.
Enforcement Procedure
Emerald Coast Acting Academy has a dedicated Accessibility Officer, Eleanor Vance, who is responsible for overseeing accessibility efforts and ensuring compliance with accessibility standards. The Accessibility Officer works closely with the web development team, content creators, and other stakeholders to implement accessibility best practices and address any accessibility issues that are identified. Complaints regarding accessibility can be directed to the Accessibility Officer for investigation and resolution.
We are dedicated to providing an inclusive online experience for all members of the Emerald Coast Acting Academy community. Our commitment to accessibility is an ongoing process, and we appreciate your support as we continue to improve our website.