Accessibility Statement

Brent Mencap is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities, including those with learning disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards to our website and services. 

 

Our Commitment

We strive to ensure that our website is accessible and usable for all individuals, in line with the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) (No. 2) Accessibility Regulations 2018 and the Equality Act 2010. Our goal is to make our content accessible and inclusive, regardless of ability, by following the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, aiming for level AA compliance.

 

What We Are Doing

To meet accessibility standards, we regularly monitor our website and make improvements where necessary. This includes:

- Ensuring content is clear, simple, and easy to understand

- Making our site navigable by keyboard

- Providing text alternatives for non-text content

- Ensuring the website is compatible with screen readers and other assistive technologies

- Offering clear, consistent layout and structure throughout the site

- Ensuring all functionality is available on mobile devices and tablets

 

Ongoing Improvements

We are committed to improving our website's accessibility. We perform regular audits and user testing to ensure our website remains accessible. We also welcome feedback from users to help us identify areas that need attention.

 

Accessibility Features

- Text Resizing: You can adjust text size using your browser’s zoom function.

-- Keyboard Navigation: Our site can be fully navigated using just a keyboard.

- Alt Text: Images on the website contain descriptive alt text where appropriate.

- Contrast: We ensure high contrast between text and background for better readability.

- Consistent Navigation: Our website design is consistent, making it easier for everyone to navigate.

 

Limitations and Alternatives

While we strive to make our website fully accessible, you may encounter some limitations. We are working to resolve any known issues, and if you find any content or functionality that is inaccessible, please contact us. We will make every effort to provide alternatives or further assistance.

 

Contact Us

If you experience any difficulties using our website or have suggestions for improvement, please let us know. We are here to support all users, especially individuals with learning disabilities and their families, and are committed to making sure everyone can access the information and services they need.

 

- Email: info@brentmencap.org.uk  

- Phone: 020 8451 5278  

- Address: Brent Mencap, 379-381 High Road, Willesden, London NW10 2JR

 

We aim to respond to any accessibility-related queries within 5 business days.

 

This statement was last reviewed on 10/10/2024.

 

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By making accessibility a priority, Brent Mencap ensures that our digital services remain inclusive and supportive, empowering people with learning disabilities in our community to access vital resources and information.