Our Commitment
Gift Mehran is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all users, including those with disabilities. We are continuously working to improve the accessibility and usability of our website to ensure that everyone can access our educational resources.
Accessibility Standards
We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities and user-friendly for everyone.
Measures We Have Taken
To ensure accessibility of giftmehran.org, we have implemented the following measures:
- Semantic HTML: Use of proper HTML5 semantic elements for better structure
- Alt Text: All images include descriptive alternative text
- Keyboard Navigation: Full website functionality available via keyboard
- Color Contrast: Sufficient color contrast ratios for text readability
- Responsive Design: Content adapts to different screen sizes and devices
- Clear Headings: Logical heading structure (H1, H2, H3) for easy navigation
- Readable Fonts: Clean, legible typography with appropriate sizing
- Link Descriptions: Descriptive link text that explains destination
- Simple Navigation: Clear and consistent navigation structure
- No Flashing Content: Avoidance of rapidly flashing or strobing content
Assistive Technologies
Our website is designed to work with assistive technologies, including:
- Screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, TalkBack)
- Screen magnification software
- Speech recognition software
- Keyboard-only navigation
- Alternative input devices
Browser Compatibility
Our website is designed to be accessible using current versions of major browsers:
- Google Chrome
- Mozilla Firefox
- Microsoft Edge
- Safari
- Opera
Mobile Accessibility
Our website is fully responsive and accessible on mobile devices and tablets. Mobile users can:
- Navigate easily with touch gestures
- Read content clearly on small screens
- Access all features and pages
- Use mobile screen readers effectively
Accessibility Features
Text Alternatives
All non-text content has text alternatives that serve the equivalent purpose.
Adaptable Content
Content is structured so it can be presented in different ways without losing information or structure.
Distinguishable Content
We make it easier for users to see and hear content by:
- Using sufficient color contrast
- Not relying solely on color to convey information
- Ensuring text can be resized without loss of functionality
- Using readable font sizes and line spacing
Keyboard Accessible
All functionality is available from a keyboard without requiring specific timings for individual keystrokes.
Navigable
We provide ways to help users navigate, find content, and determine where they are:
- Clear page titles
- Descriptive headings and labels
- Consistent navigation across pages
- Visible focus indicators
Known Limitations
Despite our efforts to ensure accessibility, some limitations may exist:
- Some third-party content or embedded media may not be fully accessible
- Legacy content may not meet current accessibility standards
- Some PDF documents may have accessibility issues
We are continuously working to address these limitations.
Feedback and Assistance
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of giftmehran.org. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:
Gift Mehran
3612 Paxtonville Rd
Middleburg, PA 17842
United States
Phone: (570) 837-1744
Email: [email protected]
We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 5 business days.
Alternative Formats
If you require information from our website in an alternative format, please contact us. We will work with you to provide the information in a format that meets your needs, which may include:
- Large print
- Plain text email
- Phone consultation
- Audio format (where feasible)
Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the accessibility of external websites. If you encounter accessibility issues on third-party sites, please contact those website owners directly.
Ongoing Efforts
Accessibility is an ongoing effort. We regularly:
- Review and test our website for accessibility issues
- Update content to meet current accessibility standards
- Provide accessibility training to our team
- Incorporate accessibility into our design and development process
- Seek feedback from users with disabilities
Compliance Status
Partial Compliance: giftmehran.org is partially compliant with WCAG 2.1 Level AA. This means some parts of the content may not fully conform to the accessibility standard.
We are committed to achieving full compliance and are actively working to address any non-conformances.
Technical Specifications
Accessibility of giftmehran.org relies on the following technologies to work:
- HTML5
- CSS3
- SVG graphics
These technologies are relied upon for conformance with the accessibility standards used.
Assessment Methods
Gift Mehran assessed the accessibility of giftmehran.org through:
- Self-evaluation using accessibility testing tools
- Manual testing with keyboard navigation
- Review of color contrast ratios
- Validation of HTML and CSS code
Date of Statement
This Accessibility Statement was created on October 30, 2024. It was last reviewed and updated on October 30, 2024.
Formal Complaints
If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility concerns, you have the right to file a complaint with:
- The U.S. Department of Justice (for ADA complaints)
- Your local civil rights enforcement agency
Our Promise: We are committed to providing an accessible website for all users. Accessibility is important to us, and we continuously strive to improve. Your feedback helps us serve you better.