Accessibility Statement

The Society for Adaptive Organisations (SfAO) is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all users, including those with disabilities. We strive to adhere to accepted accessibility standards and continually improve the user experience for everyone.

Our Commitment

We are dedicated to providing a website that is accessible to the widest possible audience, regardless of technology or ability. We aim to comply with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA and the European Accessibility Act requirements.

Accessibility Features

Our website includes the following accessibility features:

  • Skip Navigation Links: Quick access to main content
  • Keyboard Navigation: Full site functionality accessible via keyboard
  • Focus Indicators: Clear visual indicators for keyboard focus
  • Touch Target Size: Minimum 44px touch targets for mobile users

Visual Design

  • Color Contrast: WCAG 2.1 AA compliant color combinations
  • Text Scaling: Content remains accessible when zoomed to 200%
  • Alternative Text: Descriptive alt text for all informative images
  • High Contrast Support: Enhanced visibility for users with visual impairments

Content Structure

  • Semantic HTML: Proper heading hierarchy and landmark regions
  • Screen Reader Support: ARIA labels and descriptions
  • Language Identification: Proper language declarations for multilingual content
  • Clear Navigation: Consistent and predictable navigation structure

User Preferences

  • Reduced Motion: Respects user preference for reduced animations
  • Dark Mode: Automatic support for dark color schemes
  • Font Preferences: Compatible with user font size preferences

Standards Compliance

This website aims to conform to:

  • WCAG 2.1 Level AA: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines
  • EN 301 549: European accessibility standard
  • European Accessibility Act: EU directive 2019/882

Compliance Status

Current Compliance Level: Fully Compliant

This website is fully compliant with WCAG 2.1 Level AA, achieving a perfect compliance score of 100/100. Our most recent accessibility audit was conducted on August 13, 2025.

Testing Methodology

We regularly test our website using:

  • Automated Testing: axe DevTools, WAVE, and custom accessibility scripts
  • Manual Testing: Keyboard navigation, screen reader testing (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver)
  • User Testing: Feedback from users with disabilities
  • Browser Testing: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge with assistive technologies

Known Issues and Limitations

We are continuously working to improve accessibility. If you encounter any accessibility barriers, please contact us using the information below.

Third-Party Content

Some content on our website may be provided by third parties. We work with our partners to ensure accessibility but cannot guarantee compliance for all external content.

Feedback and Contact

We welcome feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you encounter accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement:

Email: accessibility@adaptive-organisations.org
Phone: [Available shortly] (Monday-Friday, 9:00-17:00 CET)
Response Time: We aim to acknowledge receipt within 2 business days and provide a full response within 5 business days.

Feedback Process

  1. Initial Contact: Reach out via email or phone with your accessibility concern
  2. Acknowledgment: We’ll confirm receipt of your feedback within 2 business days
  3. Investigation: Our team will investigate the issue and determine the best solution
  4. Response: We’ll provide a detailed response including:
    • Confirmation of the issue
    • Proposed solution and timeline
    • Alternative access methods if immediate fix isn’t possible
  5. Follow-up: We’ll contact you once the issue is resolved

Enforcement Procedure

If you’re unsatisfied with our response, you can contact the relevant enforcement body:

Germany: Federal Government Commissioner for Matters Relating to Persons with Disabilities
EU: European Commission’s accessibility feedback mechanism

Technical Information

This website is built using:

  • Hugo static site generator
  • Semantic HTML5
  • CSS with accessibility enhancements
  • Progressive enhancement principles

Last Updated

This accessibility statement was last updated on August 13, 2025.

We review and update this statement regularly to ensure it reflects our current accessibility status and commitment to continuous improvement.