Accessibility Statement for Location Discoveries Dallas

Location Discoveries Dallas is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for everyone. We are continually improving the user experience for all visitors and strive to apply the relevant accessibility standards.

Our Commitment

We believe that everyone should have equal access to information and services, regardless of disability. To uphold this commitment, Location Discoveries Dallas adheres to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards.

Measures to Support Accessibility

Location Discoveries Dallas takes the following measures to ensure accessibility:

• Regular accessibility audits and testing conducted by both internal teams and external accessibility experts.
• Integration of accessibility considerations into our design and development processes.
• Ongoing training and education for our staff on accessibility best practices.
• Use of assistive technologies during testing to ensure compatibility.
• Providing alternative formats upon request, where feasible.

Conformance Status

The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) defines requirements for designers and developers to improve accessibility for people with disabilities. It defines three levels of conformance: Level A, Level AA, and Level AAA. Location Discoveries Dallas is partially conformant with WCAG 2.1 level AA. Partially conformant means that some parts of the content do not fully conform to the accessibility standard.

Specific Accessibility Features Implemented

Semantic HTML

We use semantic HTML elements to structure our content, which helps screen readers and other assistive technologies understand the context and organization of the page.

Alternative Text for Images

All images include descriptive alternative text (alt text) to convey the meaning and purpose of the image to users who cannot see them.

Keyboard Navigation

Our website is designed to be fully navigable using a keyboard, allowing users who cannot use a mouse to access all content and functionality.

Sufficient Color Contrast

We ensure that there is sufficient color contrast between text and background colors to make the content readable for users with low vision or color blindness. This is also enhanced by our dark theme option.

Resizable Text

Users can easily resize the text on our website without losing content or functionality. We support browser-based text resizing as well as responsive design that adapts to different screen sizes.

Form Accessibility

All form elements are properly labeled, and we provide clear instructions and error messages to ensure that users can complete forms accurately and efficiently. ARIA attributes are used to enhance form accessibility.

Video Accessibility

All videos on our website include captions and transcripts to make them accessible to users who are deaf or hard of hearing.

Consistent Navigation

Our website features a consistent navigation structure to help users easily find the information they need.

ARIA Attributes

We use ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes to provide additional information to assistive technologies about the roles, states, and properties of interactive elements.

Known Limitations

Despite our best efforts, we recognize that some areas of our website may not yet be fully accessible. We are actively working to address these issues. Some known limitations include:

• Older PDF documents may not be fully accessible. We are working to replace these with accessible versions.
• Some third-party plugins may not be fully accessible. We are in communication with the vendors to address these issues.

Feedback

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of Location Discoveries Dallas. Please let us know if you encounter any accessibility barriers while using our website.

You can contact us by:

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: (214) 555-0144
• Postal address: 123 Main Street, Suite 400, Dallas, TX 75201

We try to respond to feedback within 5 business days.

Assessment Approach

Location Discoveries Dallas assessed the accessibility of this website using the following approach:

• Self-evaluation: The website was self-evaluated by the development team to ensure compliance with WCAG guidelines.
• External evaluation: We periodically engage external accessibility consultants to perform thorough audits of our website.
• User testing: We conduct user testing with individuals who have disabilities to gather feedback and identify areas for improvement.

Technical Specifications

Accessibility of Location Discoveries Dallas 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

Compatibility with Browsers and Assistive Technology

Location Discoveries Dallas is designed to be compatible with the following assistive technologies:

• Latest versions of screen readers, such as NVDA, JAWS, and VoiceOver
• Keyboard navigation
• Screen magnification software

Our website is also compatible with the following browsers:

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Safari
• Microsoft Edge

Formal Complaints

If you have a formal complaint about the accessibility of our website, please contact us using the contact information provided above. We take all complaints seriously and will investigate them promptly.

Enforcement Procedure

If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility complaint, you may contact the U.S. Department of Justice to file a formal complaint under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Dark Theme and Adaptive Design

Location Discoveries Dallas offers a dark theme to enhance readability in low-light conditions. This feature can be toggled using the button in the bottom right corner of the screen. Our website also features adaptive design, ensuring it is accessible and user-friendly on a variety of devices, including smartphones, tablets, and desktop computers.

Future Improvements

We are committed to continually improving the accessibility of our website. Future improvements include:

• Regularly updating our content to meet the latest accessibility standards.
• Conducting more frequent accessibility audits and user testing.
• Providing more training for our staff on accessibility best practices.

Accessibility Audit Table

This statement was created on 2024-10-26 and will be reviewed and updated regularly.