Accessibility Statement

Last updated: November 25, 2024

Our Commitment

Curiosity Boost is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards to guarantee we provide equal access to all users.

Conformance Status

The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) define requirements for designers and developers to improve accessibility for people with disabilities. We aim to conform to WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards across our website.

While we strive to adhere to the accepted guidelines and standards for accessibility, it is not always possible to do so in all areas of the website. We are continually seeking solutions that will bring all areas of the site up to the same level of overall accessibility.

Accessibility Features

We have implemented the following accessibility features on our website:

Keyboard Navigation

  • All interactive elements are accessible via keyboard
  • Focus indicators are visible on all focusable elements
  • Skip links allow users to bypass repetitive content
  • Logical tab order throughout pages

Visual Design

  • Sufficient color contrast ratios (minimum 4.5:1 for normal text)
  • Text can be resized up to 200% without loss of functionality
  • Content does not rely solely on color to convey information
  • Clear and consistent navigation throughout the site

Screen Reader Compatibility

  • Semantic HTML structure for proper content hierarchy
  • ARIA labels and roles where appropriate
  • Descriptive alt text for all meaningful images
  • Proper heading structure (H1-H6)
  • Labels for all form inputs

Content

  • Clear and simple language
  • Consistent navigation and layout
  • Descriptive link text
  • Error messages that clearly explain issues and solutions

Technologies Used

Our website relies on the following technologies to work with your browser and assistive technologies:

  • HTML5
  • CSS3
  • JavaScript
  • WAI-ARIA

Limitations and Alternatives

Despite our best efforts to ensure accessibility of curiosityboost.com, there may be some limitations. Below is a description of known limitations and potential solutions:

Known Limitations

  • Third-party content: Some embedded content from third parties (videos, maps, widgets) may not meet all accessibility standards. We work with vendors to improve accessibility when possible.
  • PDF documents: Some older PDF documents may not be fully accessible. We are working to update these documents.
  • Complex data visualizations: Some charts and graphs may require alternative text descriptions to fully convey the data.

Alternative Access

If you encounter any content that is not accessible to you, please contact us and we will provide an alternative format or assist you in accessing the information.

Compatibility with Browsers and Assistive Technology

Our website is designed to be compatible with:

  • Recent versions of Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge
  • Screen readers including NVDA, JAWS, and VoiceOver
  • Screen magnification software
  • Voice recognition software

Assessment Methods

We assess our website's accessibility using the following methods:

  • Automated accessibility testing tools (axe, WAVE, Lighthouse)
  • Manual testing with keyboard navigation
  • Screen reader testing
  • User feedback and testing

Feedback and Contact Information

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of curiosityboost.com. Please let us know if you encounter accessibility barriers:

Email: accessibility@curiosityboost.com
Phone: +1 (234) 567-890
Postal Address: 123 Innovation Drive, Tech City, TC 12345, United States

When contacting us, please include:

  • The web address (URL) of the content
  • A description of the problem you encountered
  • The assistive technology you are using (if applicable)
  • Your contact information for follow-up

We try to respond to accessibility feedback within 3 business days.

Enforcement Procedure

If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility concern, you may escalate the matter by contacting our management team at management@curiosityboost.com.

Continuous Improvement

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

  • Regular accessibility audits
  • Staff training on accessibility best practices
  • Including accessibility requirements in our development process
  • Reviewing and updating this statement annually
  • Addressing accessibility issues as they are identified

Resources

For more information on web accessibility, please visit: