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Accessibility Statement

Effective Date: September 11, 2025

Our Commitment to Accessibility

The Kinship Bridge is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards to ensure we provide equal access to all visitors.

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Accessibility Standards

We strive 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 user-friendly for everyone.

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Current Accessibility Features

Our website includes the following accessibility features:

Navigation and Structure

  • Clear and consistent navigation throughout the site

  • Descriptive headings and page titles

  • Logical reading order and tab sequence

  • Skip navigation links for screen reader users

Visual Design

  • Sufficient color contrast for text readability

  • Text that can be resized up to 200% without loss of functionality

  • Content that does not rely solely on color to convey information

  • Images include alternative text descriptions

Multimedia Content

  • Video content includes captions when available

  • Audio content includes transcripts when possible

  • Controls are provided for any auto-playing media

Interactive Elements

  • Forms include clear labels and instructions

  • Error messages are descriptive and helpful

  • Links have descriptive text that explains their purpose

  • Focus indicators are visible for keyboard navigation

Assistive Technology Compatibility

Our website is designed to be compatible with:

  • Screen readers (such as JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver)

  • Keyboard navigation

  • Voice recognition software

  • Screen magnification software

Known Limitations

We acknowledge that some parts of our website may not yet be fully accessible. We are actively working to address these issues:

  • Some embedded third-party content (such as donation platforms) may have accessibility limitations

  • Certain multimedia content may not yet have full captioning or transcripts

  • Some interactive features are being enhanced for better keyboard accessibility

Third-Party Content

Our website includes content from third-party services:

  • GoFundMe donation platform: Subject to GoFundMe's accessibility standards

  • Social media embeds: Subject to individual platform accessibility features

  • Video content: We are working to ensure all content includes appropriate accessibility features

Ongoing Efforts

We are committed to continuously improving accessibility through:

  • Regular accessibility audits and testing

  • Staff training on accessibility best practices

  • Incorporating accessibility considerations in all new content and features

  • Gathering feedback from users with disabilities

Feedback and 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:

Email: info@kinshipbridge.org
Mail: Kinship Bridge, PO Box 21711, Little Rock, AR 72221

When contacting us about accessibility issues, please include:

  • The specific page or feature you're having trouble with

  • The assistive technology you're using (if applicable)

  • A description of the problem you encountered

Alternative Access

If you are unable to access any content or use any feature on our website due to a disability, we are committed to providing you with alternative means of access. This may include:

  • Providing information in alternative formats

  • Offering assistance via email or mail correspondence

  • Arranging alternative methods for donation processing

Response Time

We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 3 business days. For urgent accessibility issues that prevent you from accessing important information or services, we will prioritize a faster response.

Legal Compliance

This accessibility statement reflects our ongoing effort to comply with:

  • Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act

  • Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Title III

  • Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA

Updates to This Statement

This accessibility statement was last reviewed and updated on [Date]. We review and update this statement regularly to reflect our ongoing accessibility improvements and any changes to our website.

Technical Specifications

This website relies on the following technologies to work with assistive technology:

  • HTML

  • CSS

  • JavaScript

  • WAI-ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications)

These technologies are relied upon for conformance with the accessibility standards used.

Assessment Methods

We assess the accessibility of our website through:

  • Self-evaluation using accessibility testing tools

  • Manual testing with keyboard navigation

  • Screen reader testing

  • User feedback and testing

  • Periodic professional accessibility audits

Contact Information

For questions about this accessibility statement or to report accessibility issues:

Kinship Bridge
PO Box 21711
Little Rock, AR 72221
Email: info@kinshipbridge.org

We are committed to making our mission of building bridges and promoting reconciliation accessible to everyone, and that includes ensuring our digital presence welcomes all visitors regardless of ability.

This accessibility statement was last updated on September 11, 2025. We are committed to ongoing improvement and welcome your feedback to help us create a more accessible experience for all users.

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