Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment

We believe that the web should be accessible to everyone, regardless of ability. As an organization dedicated to inclusive development, we strive to ensure our digital presence reflects these values.

We aim to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities and more user-friendly for everyone.

Accessibility Features

Our website includes the following accessibility features:

Navigation

• Skip to main content link for keyboard users
• Consistent navigation structure across all pages
• Descriptive page titles and headings
• Logical heading hierarchy (H1, H2, H3, etc.)
• Keyboard-accessible menus and interactive elements

Visual Design

• Sufficient color contrast between text and backgrounds
• Text that can be resized up to 200% without loss of functionality
• No content that flashes more than three times per second
• Focus indicators for keyboard navigation
• Responsive design that works across devices and screen sizes

Content

• Alternative text for meaningful images
• Descriptive link text (avoiding "click here")
• Clear and simple language where possible
• Properly structured tables with headers
• Form labels and error messages

Documents

• PDF documents with proper tagging and structure (in progress)
• Alternative formats available upon request

Known Limitations

While we strive for full accessibility, we acknowledge some limitations:

• Legacy PDF documents: Some older publications may not be fully accessible. We are working to remediate these documents.
• Third-party content: Some embedded content from third parties (videos, maps, widgets) may not meet all accessibility standards.
• Complex data visualizations: Some charts and interactive graphics may be challenging for screen readers. We provide alternative text descriptions where possible.

We are actively working to address these limitations.

Assistive Technologies

Our website is designed to be compatible with the following assistive technologies:

• Screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, TalkBack)
• Screen magnification software
• Speech recognition software
• Keyboard-only navigation

Browser Compatibility

For the best accessible experience, we recommend using the latest versions of:

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Apple Safari
• Microsoft Edge

Feedback & Assistance

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

When contacting us about accessibility issues, please include:

• The URL (web address) of the page you were visiting
• A description of the problem you encountered
• The assistive technology you were using (if any)
• Your browser and operating system

We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 5 business days and to resolve issues as quickly as possible.

Alternative Formats

If you need information from our website in an alternative format, such as:

• Large print
• Audio
• Braille
• Easy read

Please contact us at accessibility@worlddevelopmentcouncil.org and we will do our best to accommodate your request.

Accessibility at WDC Events

We are committed to making our events and convenings accessible. When registering for a WDC event, you can indicate any accessibility requirements, including:

• Wheelchair accessibility
• Sign language interpretation
• Real-time captioning
• Large print materials
• Dietary requirements
• Other accommodations

For event accessibility inquiries, please contact events@worlddevelopmentcouncil.org.

Continuous Improvement

We are committed to ongoing accessibility improvements. Our efforts include:

• Regular accessibility audits
• Training for content creators
• Incorporating accessibility into our design and development processes
• Testing with assistive technologies
• Responding to user feedback

Formal Complaints

If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility concern, you may escalate your complaint to: