Accessibility

ECU SCSR is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all individuals, including those with disabilities. We strive to create a welcoming and inclusive online environment where everyone can access and engage with our website content and services.

Our Approach to Accessibility:

We are continually working to improve the accessibility of our website and are guided by the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 AA success criteria. These guidelines provide internationally recognized standards for creating accessible web content. Our efforts include:

• Semantic HTML: Using HTML elements in a way that clearly defines the structure and meaning of content, making it easier for assistive technologies to interpret.
• Alternative Text for Images: Providing descriptive alternative text for all non-text content, such as images, so that screen readers can convey the information to users who cannot see the image.
• Keyboard Navigation: Ensuring that all website functionality is operable through a keyboard, for users who cannot use a mouse.
• Captioning and Transcripts: Providing captions for video content and transcripts for audio content, making multimedia accessible to users with hearing impairments.
• Color Contrast: Maintaining sufficient color contrast between text and background to ensure readability for users with low vision.
• Form Accessibility: Designing forms that are easy to fill out using assistive technologies, with clear labels and instructions.
• Consistent Navigation: Providing consistent and predictable navigation throughout the website, making it easier for users to find their way around.
• Regular Testing: Regularly testing our website for accessibility using automated tools and manual reviews, and addressing any issues that are identified.

Known Limitations:

While we strive for full accessibility, we recognize that some content or features may not yet be fully accessible. We are actively working to address these limitations and will update this statement as improvements are made. For example, [mention any specific known limitations, if applicable. If none, you can remove this section or reword to something like, "We are continually working to improve our website's accessibility. If you encounter any barriers, please let us know."].

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 at:

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: (252) 328-6131
• Mailing Address: School of Coastal Sustainability and Resiliency

We will make every effort to respond to your feedback in a timely manner and to provide you with the information or assistance you need.

Formal Complaints:

If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility feedback, you may file a formal complaint with SCSR. Information on how to file a formal complaint can be found at https://scsr.ecu.edu.

Third-Party Content:

We are not responsible for the accessibility of third-party content that may be linked to or embedded on our website.

Formal Accessibility Standards:

This accessibility statement is in accordance with [Mention any specific accessibility legislation or standards that apply, such as Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act in the US, or the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) in Canada].

This accessibility statement will be reviewed and updated regularly.