Accessibility Statement for SoundWave Studios

SoundWave Studios is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for everyone. We are continually improving the user experience for all visitors and strive to adhere to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards.

Our Commitment to Accessibility

We believe that everyone should have equal access to information and services, regardless of their abilities or disabilities. We are dedicated to providing a website and digital content that is:

• Perceivable: Information and user interface components must be presentable to users in ways they can perceive.
• Operable: User interface components and navigation must be operable.
• Understandable: Information and the operation of the user interface must be understandable.
• Robust: Content must be robust enough that it can be interpreted reliably by a wide variety of user agents, including assistive technologies.

Accessibility Features Implemented

To ensure our website is accessible, we have implemented the following features:

• Semantic HTML: We use semantic HTML5 elements to structure our content, making it easier for assistive technologies to understand the purpose and relationships between different parts of the page.
• Alternative Text: All images have descriptive alternative text (alt text) that conveys the content and function of the image to users who cannot see it.
• Keyboard Navigation: Our website is fully navigable using a keyboard, allowing users who cannot use a mouse to access all content and functionality.
• Color Contrast: We have carefully selected color combinations to ensure sufficient contrast between text and background, making it easier for users with low vision to read the content.
• Clear and Consistent Navigation: Our website has a clear and consistent navigation structure, making it easy for users to find the information they need.
• Resizable Text: Users can easily resize the text on our website without losing content or functionality.
• Forms Accessibility: All form fields are properly labeled and provide clear instructions, making it easier for users to complete and submit forms.
• ARIA Attributes: We use ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes to enhance the accessibility of dynamic content and interactive elements.
• Skip Navigation Link: A "Skip to main content" link is provided at the top of each page to allow users to bypass the navigation menu and go directly to the main content.

Ongoing Efforts

We are continuously working to improve the accessibility of our website and digital content. Our ongoing efforts include:

• Regularly auditing our website to identify and address accessibility issues.
• Providing accessibility training to our staff.
• Testing our website with assistive technologies such as screen readers.
• Incorporating accessibility considerations into our design and development processes.
• Staying up-to-date with the latest accessibility standards and best practices.

Conformance Status

The SoundWave Studios website strives to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA.

We have partially conformed, meaning that some parts of the content do not yet fully conform to the accessibility standard. We are actively working to address these issues.

Specific Areas for Improvement

While we have made significant efforts to ensure accessibility, we recognize that there are areas where we can improve. Some specific areas for improvement include:

• Ensuring all videos have accurate captions and transcripts.
• Improving the accessibility of complex data tables.
• Providing more detailed instructions for using interactive elements.

Assistive Technologies Used

The accessibility of this website was tested using the following assistive technologies:

• NVDA (NonVisual Desktop Access) screen reader
• JAWS (Job Access With Speech) screen reader
• VoiceOver screen reader (macOS)
• Keyboard-only navigation

Technical Specifications

Accessibility of SoundWave Studios 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

Accessibility Policy Author and Contact Information

The SoundWave Studios Accessibility Policy was created by Eva Ramirez, our dedicated Accessibility Officer. Eva has over 8 years of experience in accessibility consulting and is passionate about making digital content accessible to all.

Formal Complaints

We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 5 business days, and to propose a solution within 10 business days. If you are not satisfied with our response, you can escalate your complaint to the following organization:

Disability Rights Legal Center

350 South Bixel Street, Suite 150

Los Angeles, CA 90017

Phone: (213) 736-1031

Website: https://drlcenter.org/ (opens in a new tab)

Third-Party Content

Our website may contain content from third-party sources, such as social media feeds or embedded videos. While we strive to ensure that all content on our website is accessible, we cannot guarantee the accessibility of third-party content. We encourage users to contact the third-party provider directly if they encounter any accessibility issues with their content.

Distribution of this Accessibility Statement

This accessibility statement is distributed internally to all SoundWave Studios employees involved in website design, development, and content creation. It is also available publicly on our website in the footer navigation.

Date of Statement

This statement was last updated on October 26, 2024.