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Accessibility Statement for Sunderland Students' Union Website (sunderlandsu.co.uk)

This accessibility statement applies to the Sunderland Students' Union website (sunderlandsu.co.uk) and is provided to outline our commitment to making our website accessible to all users. We strive to ensure that our website is inclusive and usable for everyone, regardless of their abilities or disabilities.

Our Commitment

Sunderland Students' Union is dedicated to providing an accessible online experience for all our visitors. We aim to adhere to the accessibility standards and guidelines outlined in the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, level AA. We understand the importance of inclusivity and are continuously working to improve the accessibility of our website.

Accessibility Features

We have implemented several accessibility features on our website to enhance user experience, including:

  • Alternative Text: We aim to provide alternative text descriptions for all images and visual elements to assist users who rely on screen readers or have images disabled.
  • Keyboard Navigation: Our website can be navigated using a keyboard, ensuring that individuals who cannot use a mouse or similar pointing devices can access all content and functionality.
  • Clear Structure: We have organized the website content in a logical and consistent manner, utilizing appropriate heading structures and labels to assist users in understanding the information hierarchy.
  • Colour Contrast: We have strived to maintain a colour palette that ensures sufficient contrast between text and background, enhancing readability and usability for users with visual impairments.
  • Resizable Text: Our website supports text resizing to accommodate users with visual impairments who may require larger text sizes for improved readability.
  • Link Text: We have used descriptive link text to provide users with meaningful information about the destination of each link, improving navigation for users utilizing assistive technologies.

Accessibility Barriers

While we are committed to making our website accessible, we acknowledge that certain areas may still present accessibility challenges. We are actively working to address the following barriers:

  • PDF Documents: Some of our older PDF documents may not be fully accessible. We are in the process of reviewing and updating these documents to ensure they meet accessibility standards.
  • Third-Party Content: Our website may contain embedded third-party content that is not fully under our control. We strive to work with our third-party providers to encourage accessibility, but some content may not be fully accessible.

Feedback and Contact Information

We value your feedback and encourage users to report any accessibility issues encountered while using our website. If you have any suggestions, questions, or concerns about the accessibility of sunderlandsu.co.uk, please contact us using the following methods:

Email: hello@sunderland.ac.uk

Phone: +44 191 515 3030

We will make every effort to address your concerns and provide timely responses to accessibility inquiries.

Further Actions

We are committed to maintaining and improving the accessibility of our website. Going forward, we will continue to:

  • Conduct regular accessibility audits and evaluations of our website to identify and address any accessibility issues.
  • Provide accessibility training to our web content contributors and developers to ensure ongoing compliance with accessibility standards.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest accessibility guidelines and standards to enhance our website's accessibility features.

Date of Statement

This accessibility statement was last updated on 7th August 2023, and we will review and update it regularly to reflect any changes or improvements to the accessibility of sunderlandsu.co.uk.

Sunderland Students' Union is dedicated to ensuring equal access to information and services for all users. We appreciate your support and feedback as we strive to make our website as accessible and inclusive as possible.