Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment to Accessibility

At Robots for the Blind, digital accessibility isn't just a technical requirement—it's central to our mission. As an organization dedicated to empowering the blind community through advanced assistive technology, we understand that our own digital presence must be fully accessible to everyone.

We are committed to conforming with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities and more usable for everyone.

We believe accessibility is an ongoing journey, not a destination. We continuously test, evaluate, and improve our website to ensure it meets the highest accessibility standards.

Accessibility Features

Our website includes the following accessibility features:

Navigation & Structure

• Skip navigation links allow keyboard users to bypass repetitive content and jump directly to the main content
• Semantic HTML structure with proper use of headings, landmarks, and regions
• Clear heading hierarchy (H1, H2, H3) for logical content organization
• ARIA labels and landmarks to provide context for screen reader users
• Consistent navigation across all pages

Keyboard Navigation

• Full keyboard accessibility — All interactive elements can be accessed using Tab, Shift+Tab, Enter, and Space keys
• Visible focus indicators with high-contrast orange outlines on all interactive elements
• Logical tab order that follows the visual layout
• No keyboard traps — You can always navigate away from any element

Visual Design

• Color contrast ratios that meet or exceed WCAG AA standards (4.5:1 for normal text, 3:1 for large text)
• Text resizing support up to 200% without loss of content or functionality
• Responsive design that works across various screen sizes and zoom levels
• Color is not the only visual means of conveying information

Content & Forms

• Alternative text for all meaningful images
• Form labels properly associated with input fields
• Required fields clearly marked with visual and programmatic indicators
• Error messages that are clear, specific, and announced to screen readers
• No time limits on reading or interacting with content

Media & Interactivity

• No auto-playing content that could be disruptive
• Decorative images hidden from screen readers using aria-hidden
• Interactive elements with clear labels and purposes

Technical Specifications

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

Screen Readers

• JAWS (Job Access With Speech) — Latest version on Windows
• NVDA (NonVisual Desktop Access) — Latest version on Windows
• VoiceOver — Latest versions on macOS and iOS
• TalkBack — Latest version on Android

Web Browsers

We support the latest two versions of:

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

Operating Systems

• Windows 10 and 11
• macOS — Latest two versions
• iOS — Latest two major versions
• Android — Latest two major versions

Other Assistive Technologies

• Keyboard-only navigation
• Voice control software (Dragon NaturallySpeaking, Voice Control)
• Screen magnification software (ZoomText, built-in OS magnifiers)
• Switch access devices

Known Limitations

Despite our best efforts, there may be some limitations. We are aware of the following:

• Third-party embedded content (such as social media feeds or donation platforms) may not be fully under our control and might not meet the same accessibility standards. We work with vendors who prioritize accessibility.
• PDF documents — We are working to ensure all downloadable PDFs are properly tagged and accessible. If you encounter an inaccessible PDF, please contact us and we will provide an accessible alternative format.
• Video content — We are committed to providing captions and transcripts for all video content. If you find a video without these, please let us know.

We are actively working to address these limitations and welcome your feedback on any accessibility barriers you encounter.

Third-Party Content

Some content and services on our website are provided by third parties, including:

• Payment processing (Stripe)
• Social media embeds (LinkedIn, X/Twitter, YouTube)
• Email services

While we choose vendors who prioritize accessibility, we cannot guarantee that all third-party content meets WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards. We continuously evaluate our vendors and advocate for accessibility improvements.