Welcome to the Sickle Cell Wellness & Awareness Network (S.W.A.N.)! We are committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to everyone, including individuals with disabilities. Our aim is to provide a seamless and enjoyable browsing experience for all visitors, regardless of their abilities. If you encounter any accessibility barriers on our site, please reach out to our accessibility coordinator so that we can promptly address the issue and assist you.
​OUR COMMITMENT TO ACCESSIBILITY
This statement reflects our ongoing efforts to enhance the accessibility of our website, sicklecellwellness@gmail.com, for individuals with disabilities. We are dedicated to making the necessary adjustments to ensure that our site complies with web accessibility standards, allowing all users to navigate and interact with our content effectively.
What Accessibility Means to Us
At S.W.A.N., we believe that accessibility is fundamental to inclusivity and equal access to information. An accessible website enables individuals with disabilities to perceive, understand, navigate, and interact with the digital content on our site. It is our commitment to provide an inclusive online environment for everyone.
Our Accessibility Initiatives
We have implemented a range of accessibility measures in accordance with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). Our website conforms to the standards set by WCAG [2.0 / 2.1 / 2.2] and has been designed to meet the [A / AA / AAA] level of compliance. These initiatives include:
- • Utilizing the Accessibility Wizard to identify and address potential accessibility issues
• Setting clear language and content order on all site pages
• Establishing a well-defined heading structure for enhanced navigation
• Providing descriptive alternative text for images
• Ensuring color combinations meet required contrast ratios
• Minimizing the use of motion to prevent visual discomfort
• Ensuring accessibility of all multimedia content
Physical Accessibility Arrangements
At S.W.A.N., we are equally committed to ensuring physical accessibility in our offices and branches. Our facilities are equipped with a range of accessibility arrangements, including designated parking, access ramps, and facilities designed to accommodate individuals with disabilities. We continuously strive to enhance the physical accessibility of our spaces to provide an inclusive environment for all.
Contact Us
If you encounter any accessibility issues on our website or require further assistance, please contact our accessibility coordinator, who will promptly address your concerns and provide any necessary support:
• Lisa Ferguson, accessibility coordinator
• 517-525-2635
• sicklecellwellness@gmail.com