Accessibility Statement for Gamify Chicago

Gamify Chicago is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for everyone. We are continually improving the user experience for all visitors and applying the relevant accessibility standards to ensure we provide equal access and opportunity. Our goal is to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA, as well as complying with other accessibility legislation.

Our Approach to Accessibility

We take accessibility seriously and have implemented several measures to ensure our website is accessible to people with disabilities:

• Design and Development: Our website is designed and developed with accessibility in mind. We follow best practices and accessibility guidelines during the development process.
• WCAG Compliance: We aim to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA. These guidelines outline how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities.
• Regular Audits: We conduct regular audits and testing of our website to identify and address accessibility issues.
• User Feedback: We welcome feedback from users about their experiences with our website. This feedback helps us to continuously improve accessibility.
• Assistive Technology Compatibility: We strive to ensure our website is compatible with assistive technologies, such as screen readers, screen magnifiers, and voice recognition software.

Accessibility Features

The following features have been implemented to enhance the accessibility of our website:

• Keyboard Navigation: The entire website can be navigated using a keyboard, allowing users who cannot use a mouse to access all content and functionality.
• Screen Reader Compatibility: We have structured our content to be compatible with screen readers. Alt text is provided for all images, and appropriate ARIA roles and attributes are used to convey the structure and function of elements.
• Color Contrast: We have ensured that sufficient color contrast is used throughout the website to make text and interactive elements easily visible to users with low vision or color blindness.
• Text Resizing: Users can easily increase or decrease the text size of the website using their browser settings without loss of content or functionality.
• Alternative Text for Images: All images have descriptive alternative text (alt text) to provide context for users who cannot see the images.
• Clear and Consistent Navigation: The website navigation is clear, consistent, and easy to understand, helping users to find the information they need quickly and efficiently.
• Forms and Labels: All forms have clear labels and instructions to help users complete them accurately. We use ARIA attributes to provide additional context and guidance where necessary.
• Video and Audio Content: We provide captions and transcripts for video and audio content to make it accessible to users who are deaf or hard of hearing.
• Use of Semantic HTML: We use semantic HTML elements to structure our content logically, making it easier for assistive technologies to understand and navigate.

Specific Accessibility Measures Taken

Here is a breakdown of specific measures taken to ensure compliance with WCAG 2.1 AA guidelines:

1. Perceivable:
   • Providing text alternatives for any non-text content so that it can be changed into other forms people need, such as large print, braille, speech, symbols or simpler language.
   • Providing captions and other alternatives for multimedia.
   • Creating content that can be presented in different ways (for example simpler layout) without losing information or structure.
   • Making it easier for users to see and hear content including separating foreground from background.
2. Operable:
   • Making all functionality available from a keyboard.
   • Giving users enough time to read and use content.
   • Not using content that causes seizures.
   • Helping users navigate and find content.
3. Understandable:
   • Making text content readable and understandable.
   • Making Web pages appear and operate in predictable ways.
   • Helping users avoid and correct mistakes.
4. Robust:
   • Maximizing compatibility with current and future user agents, including assistive technologies.

Keyboard Navigation Details

Our website is fully navigable using a keyboard. Here are some tips for keyboard navigation:

• Tab Key: Use the Tab key to move forward through interactive elements, such as links, form fields, and buttons.
• Shift + Tab: Use Shift + Tab to move backward through interactive elements.
• Enter Key: Use the Enter key to activate links and submit forms.
• Arrow Keys: Use the arrow keys to navigate within certain elements, such as drop-down menus and radio button groups.

Screen Reader Compatibility Details

We have tested our website with several popular screen readers, including NVDA, JAWS, and VoiceOver. We have taken the following steps to ensure compatibility:

• Providing appropriate ARIA roles and attributes to convey the structure and function of elements.
• Ensuring that all interactive elements have clear and descriptive labels.
• Avoiding the use of ambiguous or jargon-filled language.
• Providing alternative text for all images.
• Structuring content logically and consistently.

Color Contrast Information

We have carefully selected colors that meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA contrast requirements. We use contrast ratios of at least 4.5:1 for text and images of text. This ensures that content is easily readable for users with low vision or color blindness. You can test the color contrast on our website using online contrast checkers.

Reporting Accessibility Issues

We are always working to improve the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers, please let us know. Your feedback is valuable and helps us to make our website more accessible to everyone. Please contact us using the information below:

• Email: accessibility@gamifychicago.com
• Phone: (312) 555-0100
• Address: Accessibility Department, Gamify Chicago, 925 N Larrabee St, Chicago, IL 60610, USA

Please provide the following information when reporting an accessibility issue:

• The URL (web address) of the page where you encountered the issue.
• A description of the accessibility issue.
• The assistive technology you were using (if applicable).
• Your contact information (optional).

Formal Complaints

If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility issue, you may file a formal complaint with our Accessibility Department. We will investigate your complaint and take appropriate action to resolve the issue.

Accessibility Standards Used

This website strives to conform to the following accessibility standards:

• Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA
• Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act

Ongoing Efforts to Maintain Accessibility

Gamify Chicago is committed to ongoing efforts to ensure our website remains accessible. These efforts include:

• Regular accessibility audits and testing.
• Training our staff on accessibility best practices.
• Staying up-to-date with the latest accessibility standards and guidelines.
• Incorporating accessibility into our design and development processes.

Text Alternatives

This table outlines how we provide text alternatives for non-text content across our site: