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This template is designed to help you draft an accessibility statement for the Northumberland and Durham Caledonian Society. We are committed to making our website accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities. Please ensure that your statement complies with relevant laws and guidelines.

Accessibility Statement

This statement was last updated on [insert relevant date]. We at Northumberland and Durham Caledonian Society are dedicated to ensuring that our site, www.northumberlanddurhamcaledoniansociety.org, is accessible to everyone, including individuals with disabilities.

What web accessibility is

An accessible website enables visitors with disabilities to navigate and enjoy the content with the same ease as other users. This involves utilizing both the capabilities of the website's systems and assistive technologies.

Accessibility adjustments on this site

We have made modifications to our site in accordance with WCAG 2.1 guidelines, achieving a level of AA compliance. Our website's content has been tailored to work seamlessly with assistive technologies such as screen readers and keyboard navigation. As part of this commitment, we have also:



    Utilized accessibility tools to identify and rectify potential accessibility issues


    Established the primary language of the site


    Organized the content structure for clarity


    Created clear headings throughout the website


    Provided alternative text for all images


    Ensured color contrasts meet required standards


    Limited motion elements on the site


    Verified that all media files are accessible

Partial compliance may exist for certain third-party content.

The accessibility of specific pages depends on content managed by third parties. These pages include [list the URLs of the affected pages]. As a result, we declare partial compliance with accessibility standards for these sections.

Accessibility arrangements in our society

We strive to ensure accessibility in our physical locations, including our dance classes and social meetings. Accessibility features include ramps, designated parking spaces, and facilities that accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Requests, issues, and suggestions

If you encounter any accessibility issues on our site, or if you need further assistance, please contact our accessibility coordinator:

[Name of the accessibility coordinator]


[Telephone number of the accessibility coordinator]


[Email address of the accessibility coordinator]


[Additional contact details if relevant]

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