Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment

Alison Feit, PhD is committed to providing an accessible website to all individuals, including those with disabilities. We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards and comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Accessibility Features

Our website includes the following accessibility features:

• Semantic HTML structure for screen reader compatibility
• Proper heading hierarchy and landmark navigation
• Alt text for all images and decorative elements
• Color contrast ratios that meet WCAG AA standards
• Keyboard navigation support throughout the site
• Focus indicators for interactive elements
• Responsive design that works on all devices and screen sizes
• Text sizing that can be adjusted by browser settings
• Skip navigation links for efficient content access

Screen Reader Compatibility

This website has been tested with common screen readers including:

• NVDA (NonVisual Desktop Access)
• JAWS (Job Access With Speech)
• VoiceOver (macOS and iOS)
• TalkBack (Android)

We continue to test and optimize compatibility with all major assistive technologies.

Keyboard Navigation

You can navigate this website using keyboard only. Common keyboard shortcuts include:

• Tab: Move to the next link or form field
• Shift + Tab: Move to the previous link or form field
• Enter: Activate a link or submit a form
• Spacebar: Activate a button or checkbox

Color Contrast & Readability

All text and interactive elements on this website meet or exceed WCAG AA color contrast requirements (minimum 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text). This ensures readability for all users, including those with color blindness or low vision.

Text is sized and spaced appropriately for easy reading. Browser zoom and text size adjustments are fully supported.

Video & Multimedia Content

Any video content on this website includes captions and transcripts where applicable. Audio content includes text descriptions or transcripts to ensure accessibility for users who are deaf or hard of hearing.

Browser & Device Tools

Most browsers and devices include built-in accessibility features that work with this website:

• Browser zoom (Ctrl/Cmd + Plus to increase, Minus to decrease)
• Text size adjustments in browser settings
• Operating system text magnification tools
• Dark mode and high contrast display modes
• Built-in screen readers (VoiceOver, Narrator, TalkBack)

Known Limitations

While we strive for full accessibility, some areas may present challenges:

• PDF documents may require additional accessibility tools or readers
• Third-party embedded content may have limited accessibility features
• Older browsers may not support all accessibility features

We are actively working to address these limitations and welcome feedback.

WCAG 2.1 Level AA Conformance

This website aims to conform to the World Wide Web Consortium's Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards. These guidelines are internationally recognized as the benchmark for web accessibility.

Our accessibility practices are regularly reviewed and updated to ensure continued compliance with these standards.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance

We comply with Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act, which requires that websites of public accommodations and businesses be accessible to people with disabilities. This includes providing equal access to online services and information.

Report Accessibility Issues

We welcome feedback about accessibility issues. If you encounter any barriers while using this website, please report them to us immediately. We take all reports seriously and will work to address them promptly.

When reporting an accessibility issue, please include:

• A description of the issue and what you were trying to do
• The page URL where you encountered the issue
• Your browser, device, and assistive technology (if applicable)
• Steps to reproduce the issue

Contact Us

For accessibility concerns, questions, or to report issues: