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Waterloo Area Historical Society is committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to everyone, including those with disabilities. We strive to provide an inclusive online experience for all visitors, allowing them to explore the rich history of the 19th century pioneer life in the Waterloo area.

ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

This statement was last updated on [enter relevant date].
We at Waterloo Area Historical Society are dedicated to making our site a valuable resource for individuals of all abilities.

What web accessibility is

Web accessibility refers to the inclusive practice of removing barriers that prevent interaction with, or access to websites, by people with disabilities. An accessible website provides equal access to all users, ensuring a seamless browsing experience regardless of physical or cognitive abilities.

Accessibility adjustments on this site

We have designed this site with adherence to web content accessibility guidelines (WCAG) [2.0 / 2.1 / 2.2 - select relevant option] to ensure accessibility for all users. Our efforts include:



    Implementing clear and concise alt text for images


    Utilizing color schemes that meet contrast standards


    Minimizing the use of animations and motion


    Providing transcripts for audio and video content


    Ensuring keyboard navigation and screen reader compatibility

Declaration of partial compliance with the standard due to third-party content [only add if relevant]

This website may contain third-party content that could impact its full compliance with accessibility standards. We are actively working to address any accessibility issues arising from such content to ensure a more inclusive experience for all visitors to our site.

Accessibility arrangements in the organization [only add if relevant]

[Enter a description of the accessibility arrangements in the physical locations where Waterloo Area Historical Society operates, highlighting any additional accessibility features and services available to visitors]

Requests, issues, and suggestions

Your feedback is important to us. If you encounter any accessibility barriers on our website or have suggestions for improvement, please contact our accessibility coordinator:

[Name of the accessibility coordinator]


[Telephone number of the accessibility coordinator]


[Email address of the accessibility coordinator]


[Enter any additional contact details if relevant / available]

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