Accessibility Statement for Ascend Career Solutions
Ascend Career Solutions 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 provide a website that is inclusive and accessible to people with disabilities.
We believe that everyone should have equal access to information and services, regardless of their abilities or disabilities. Our goal is to conform to Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards.
Our Commitment to Accessibility
Ascend Career Solutions is dedicated to making our website accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. We understand the importance of creating a digital environment that is inclusive and equitable. To ensure this, we have taken the following measures:
- Adherence to WCAG Standards: We are actively working to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA, which provides a comprehensive set of recommendations for making web content more accessible.
- Assistive Technology Compatibility: Our website is designed to be compatible with a wide range of assistive technologies, such as screen readers, screen magnifiers, and voice recognition software.
- Keyboard Navigation: We have ensured that all interactive elements on our website can be easily navigated using a keyboard, without requiring a mouse.
- Clear and Simple Language: We strive to use clear and simple language throughout our website to make it easy for all users to understand our content.
- Alternative Text for Images: All images on our website have descriptive alternative text, which provides context and meaning to users who are unable to see the images.
- Adjustable Text Size: Users can easily adjust the text size on our website to meet their individual needs.
- Sufficient Color Contrast: We have ensured that there is sufficient color contrast between text and background colors to make our content easy to read for users with low vision.
- Consistent Navigation: We have implemented a consistent navigation structure throughout our website to make it easy for users to find what they are looking for.
- Forms Accessibility: All forms on our website are designed to be accessible, with clear labels and instructions.
Our team is committed to ongoing accessibility improvements and regularly reviews our website to identify and address any accessibility issues.
Compliance Standards
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
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
We continually monitor our website and make updates to ensure ongoing compliance with these standards. Our goal is to provide an inclusive and accessible experience for all users.
The following table outlines our approach to conforming with WCAG 2.1 Level AA:
| Guideline | Success Criterion | Implementation |
|---|---|---|
| 1.1 Text Alternatives | 1.1.1 Non-text Content | All images and non-text content have meaningful alt text. |
| 1.3 Adaptable | 1.3.1 Info and Relationships | Information, structure, and relationships conveyed through presentation are programmatically determined or are available in text. |
| 1.4 Distinguishable | 1.4.3 Contrast (Minimum) | Text and background color contrast ratio meets the minimum requirement of 4.5:1. |
| 2.1 Keyboard Accessible | 2.1.1 Keyboard | All functionality is operable through a keyboard interface without requiring specific timings for individual keystrokes. |
| 2.4 Navigable | 2.4.4 Link Purpose (In Context) | The purpose of each link can be determined from the link text alone or from the link text together with its programmatically determined link context. |
| 3.1 Readable | 3.1.1 Language of Page | The default human language of each web page can be programmatically determined. |
| 4.1 Compatible | 4.1.2 Name, Role, Value | For all user interface components (including but not limited to form elements, links and components generated by scripts), the name and role can be programmatically determined; states, properties, and values that can be set by the user can be programmatically set; and notification of changes to these items is available to user agents, including assistive technologies. |
Accessibility Features of this Website
Ascend Career Solutions has implemented several features to enhance the accessibility of our website:
- Semantic HTML: We use semantic HTML elements to provide structure and meaning to our content, making it easier for assistive technologies to understand and navigate.
- ARIA Attributes: We use ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes to provide additional information and context to assistive technologies, further enhancing the accessibility of our website.
- Skip Navigation Links: We provide skip navigation links to allow users to bypass repetitive content and go directly to the main content of the page.
- Responsive Design: Our website is designed to be responsive, meaning it adapts to different screen sizes and devices, providing an optimal viewing experience for all users.
- Dark Theme Option: We offer a dark theme option, which can improve readability for users with visual impairments or light sensitivity.
We are continuously working to improve the accessibility of our website and welcome feedback from users.
Feedback
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of Ascend Career Solutions. Please let us know if you encounter any accessibility barriers while using our website.
To provide feedback, please contact us using the following methods:
- Email: accessibility@ascendcareersolutions.com.au
- Phone: +61 124067783 (Ask for the Accessibility Coordinator)
- Postal Address: Ascend Career Solutions, Accessibility Department, Level 10, 233 Castlereagh Street, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
We try to respond to feedback within 5 business days.
This accessibility statement was last updated on October 26, 2023, by Amelia Stone, Head of Accessibility at Ascend Career Solutions.