Accessibility Statement for Academy of Cinematic Arts
The Academy of Cinematic Arts is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for everyone. We are continually improving the user experience for all visitors and strive to adhere to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards.
Our Commitment
We believe that everyone should have equal access to information and services, regardless of disability. To uphold this commitment, we are actively working to improve the accessibility of our website and online resources. Our efforts are guided by the following principles:
- Perceivable: Information and user interface components must be presentable to users in ways they can perceive.
- Operable: User interface components and navigation must be operable.
- Understandable: Information and the operation of the user interface must be understandable.
- Robust: Content must be robust enough that it can be interpreted reliably by a wide variety of user agents, including assistive technologies.
Accessibility Features
We have implemented the following features to enhance the accessibility of our website:
- Semantic HTML: We use semantic HTML elements to structure our content, making it easier for assistive technologies to understand the purpose of each element.
- Alternative Text: All images include descriptive alternative text, ensuring that users who cannot see the images can still understand their content.
- Keyboard Navigation: Our website can be fully navigated using a keyboard, allowing users who cannot use a mouse to access all content and functionality.
- Color Contrast: We have carefully selected color combinations to ensure sufficient contrast between text and background, making it easier for users with low vision to read our content.
- Resizable Text: Users can easily resize the text on our website using their browser settings without losing content or functionality.
- Clear and Consistent Navigation: Our website has a clear and consistent navigation structure, making it easy for users to find the information they need.
- Form Labels and Instructions: All form fields have clear labels and instructions, ensuring that users understand what information is required.
- ARIA Attributes: We use ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes to provide additional information to assistive technologies, enhancing the accessibility of complex user interface components.
- Video Captions and Transcripts: All video content includes captions and transcripts, making it accessible to users who are deaf or hard of hearing.
Ongoing Efforts
We are committed to continuous improvement and regularly review our website to identify and address accessibility issues. Our ongoing efforts include:
- Regular Audits: We conduct regular accessibility audits using automated tools and manual testing to identify areas for improvement.
- User Feedback: We encourage users to provide feedback on the accessibility of our website, and we use this feedback to prioritize our efforts.
- Training: We provide accessibility training to our staff to ensure that they have the knowledge and skills to create accessible content.
- Staying Up-to-Date: We stay up-to-date with the latest accessibility guidelines and technologies to ensure that our website remains accessible to all users.
Conformance Status
The Academy of Cinematic Arts website is partially conformant with WCAG 2.1 level AA. Partially conformant means that some parts of the content do not fully conform to the accessibility standard.
Known Issues
Despite our best efforts, some users may experience difficulties accessing certain content on our website. We are aware of the following potential accessibility issues and are working to address them:
- Some older PDF documents may not be fully accessible. We are working to replace these documents with accessible versions.
- Some interactive elements may not be fully compatible with all assistive technologies. We are continuously testing and improving the compatibility of our interactive elements.
Assistive Technologies
This website is designed to be compatible with the following assistive technologies:
- Screen readers such as NVDA, JAWS, and VoiceOver
- Speech recognition software such as Dragon NaturallySpeaking
- Keyboard navigation
- Screen magnification software
Accessibility Tips for Users
To further enhance your browsing experience, we recommend the following:
- Use the latest version of your web browser.
- Enable accessibility features in your browser and operating system.
- Adjust your screen settings to optimize text size and contrast.
- Use a screen reader or other assistive technology if needed.
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:
Accessibility Coordinator: Dr. Anya Sharma
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (323) 469-2334 ext. 112
Address: 6300 Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90028
We will make every effort to respond to your feedback in a timely manner and to address any accessibility issues that are brought to our attention.
Formal Complaints
If you are unsatisfied with our response, you also have the right to lodge a formal complaint with the following agency:
Disability Rights Legal Center
Address: 919 Albany Street, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Phone: (213) 736-1031
Website: Disability Rights Legal Center