Accessibility Statement for Elysian Aperture

Our Commitment to Accessibility

At Elysian Aperture, we are committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to everyone, including individuals with disabilities. We believe that everyone should have equal access to information and services, regardless of their abilities or disabilities. We are continually working to improve the accessibility of our website and to provide a positive user experience for all.

This accessibility statement outlines the measures we have taken to ensure our website conforms to accessibility standards and provides information on how to provide feedback if you encounter any accessibility barriers.

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. Elysian Aperture 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.

We aim to achieve full conformance with WCAG 2.1 Level AA and are actively working towards this goal. We recognize that achieving and maintaining accessibility is an ongoing process, and we are dedicated to making improvements over time.

Accessibility Features Implemented

To ensure a positive user experience for all, we have implemented the following accessibility features:

  • Semantic HTML: We use semantic HTML elements to structure our content, making it easier for assistive technologies to understand the context and meaning of different sections.
  • Alternative Text for Images: All images on our website have descriptive alternative text, allowing users who cannot see the images to understand their purpose and content.
  • Keyboard Navigation: Our website can be navigated using a keyboard, allowing users who cannot use a mouse to access all features and content.
  • Sufficient Color Contrast: We have ensured that there is sufficient color contrast between text and background colors to make the text readable for users with visual impairments.
  • 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 with Labels: All forms on our website have clear and descriptive labels, making it easier for users to understand the required information.
  • ARIA Attributes: We use ARIA attributes to provide additional information to assistive technologies, enhancing the accessibility of interactive elements.

Limitations and Alternatives

Despite our best efforts to ensure the accessibility of our website, there may be some limitations. We are aware of the following potential accessibility issues:

  • Some older PDF documents may not be fully accessible. We are working to replace these documents with accessible alternatives.
  • Certain third-party integrations may not be fully accessible. We are working with our vendors to improve the accessibility of these integrations.

If you encounter any accessibility barriers on our website, please contact us, and we will do our best to provide you with an alternative way to access the information or service you need.

Technologies Used

Accessibility of Elysian Aperture 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

These technologies are relied upon for conformance with the accessibility standards used.

Assessment Approach

Elysian Aperture assessed the accessibility of Elysian Aperture by the following approaches:

  • Self-evaluation: The site was evaluated internally to assess adherence to WCAG guidelines.
  • External evaluation: A third party accessibility consultant was engaged to provide an independent assessment.

Feedback and Contact Information

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

  • Email: accessibility@elysianaperture.com
  • Phone: +61 3 8256 6962
  • Postal Address: Level 10, 123 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000, Australia

We will make every effort to respond to your feedback within five business days.

Formal complaints procedure

If you are unsatisfied with our response to your accessibility feedback, you have the right to make a formal complaint. Please address your complaint in writing to:

  • Email: complaints@elysianaperture.com
  • Postal Address: Level 10, 123 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000, Australia

Your complaint will be acknowledged within two business days, and we aim to provide a full response within ten business days. If the matter is complex, we will advise you of the extended timeframe.

Third-Party Content

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or content that we do not control. We are not responsible for the accessibility of these third-party websites or content. We encourage you to review the accessibility statements of any third-party websites you visit.

Accessibility Tools and Resources

There are various accessibility tools and resources available to help users with disabilities access web content. Some popular tools include:

  • Screen readers (e.g., NVDA, JAWS)
  • Text-to-speech software
  • Browser extensions for adjusting text size and color contrast

We encourage users with disabilities to explore these tools and resources to find what works best for them.

Ongoing Efforts

We are committed to continuously improving the accessibility of our website. Our ongoing efforts include:

  • Regularly auditing our website for accessibility issues.
  • Training our staff on accessibility best practices.
  • Incorporating accessibility considerations into our design and development processes.
  • Seeking feedback from users with disabilities to identify areas for improvement.

We are dedicated to creating a website that is accessible to all and appreciate your support in helping us achieve this goal.

Distribution of this accessibility statement

This accessibility statement is distributed via Elysian Aperture website.

Formal approval of this accessibility statement

This Accessibility Statement is approved by Sarah Thompson, Data Protection Officer, on 2024-12-15.