Accessibility Statement

Jovel Creative is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all people, including those with disabilities.

Our Commitment

At Jovel Creative, we believe the web should be accessible to everyone, regardless of ability or technology. We are committed to providing a website that is accessible to the widest possible audience, including people with visual, auditory, motor, and cognitive disabilities.

We continuously work to improve the accessibility of our website and ensure compliance with recognized accessibility standards. This commitment extends to all websites we build for our clients.

Conformance Status

The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) defines requirements for designers and developers to improve accessibility for people with disabilities. It defines three levels of conformance: Level A, Level AA, and Level AAA.

JovelCreative.com is fully conformant with WCAG 2.1 Level AA.
Fully conformant means that the content fully conforms to the accessibility standard without any exceptions.

Accessibility Features

This website includes the following accessibility features:

Keyboard Navigation

  • Full keyboard access: All functionality is available using only the keyboard (no mouse required)
  • Visible focus indicators: Clear blue outlines show which element is currently focused
  • Focus trap: Modal dialogs and mobile menus trap focus to prevent confusion
  • Skip to main content: Bypass navigation and jump directly to page content
  • Escape key support: Close dialogs and menus with the Escape key

Screen Reader Support

  • ARIA landmarks: Proper use of semantic HTML and ARIA roles for page regions
  • ARIA labels: Descriptive labels for all interactive elements and regions
  • ARIA live regions: Dynamic content changes are announced to screen readers
  • Alternative text: All meaningful images include descriptive alt text
  • Heading structure: Logical heading hierarchy for easy navigation
  • Form labels: All form inputs have associated labels

Visual Design

  • Color contrast: All text meets or exceeds WCAG AA contrast ratios (4.5:1 for normal text, 3:1 for large text)
  • Resizable text: Text can be resized up to 200% without loss of content or functionality
  • Dark mode: Alternative color scheme for users who prefer reduced brightness
  • Color independence: Information is not conveyed by color alone
  • Readable fonts: Clean, professional typefaces optimized for readability

Forms & Interaction

  • Error identification: Form errors are clearly identified and announced to screen readers
  • Error suggestions: Helpful guidance provided for fixing form errors
  • Input assistance: Labels and instructions provided for all form fields
  • Error prevention: Confirmation required for important actions
  • Accessible validation: Real-time validation with both visual and auditory feedback

Compatible Technologies

This website is designed to be compatible with the following assistive technologies:

Screen Readers

  • JAWS (Windows)
  • NVDA (Windows) - Free and open source
  • VoiceOver (macOS, iOS)
  • TalkBack (Android)
  • Narrator (Windows)

Browsers

  • Google Chrome (latest version)
  • Mozilla Firefox (latest version)
  • Apple Safari (latest version)
  • Microsoft Edge (latest version)

Other Assistive Technologies

  • Speech recognition software (Dragon NaturallySpeaking, etc.)
  • Screen magnification software (ZoomText, etc.)
  • Keyboard navigation (no mouse required)
  • Switch control and other alternative input devices

Standards & Guidelines

This website conforms to the following accessibility standards and guidelines:

  • WCAG 2.1 Level AA - Web Content Accessibility Guidelines from W3C
  • Section 508 - U.S. federal accessibility requirements
  • ADA - Americans with Disabilities Act Title III
  • AODA - Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act
  • EN 301 549 - European accessibility standard

Testing & Evaluation

We employ the following methods to ensure accessibility:

  • Automated testing: Regular scans with axe DevTools, WAVE, and Lighthouse
  • Manual testing: Keyboard navigation testing on all interactive elements
  • Screen reader testing: Verification with NVDA and VoiceOver
  • Contrast analysis: Color contrast ratios verified for WCAG AA compliance
  • Code validation: HTML and CSS validation for proper semantic structure

Feedback & Contact

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of JovelCreative.com. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

Juan Jovel

Email: juan@jovelcreative.com

Phone: 240-579-7858

Response Time: We aim to respond to all accessibility inquiries within 1-2 business days.

When reporting an accessibility issue, please include:

  • The URL of the page where you encountered the issue
  • A description of the problem
  • The assistive technology you were using (if applicable)
  • Your browser and operating system

Continuous Improvement

Accessibility is an ongoing effort. We are continuously working to improve the accessibility of our website through:

  • Regular accessibility audits and testing
  • Staff training on accessibility best practices
  • Incorporating user feedback and suggestions
  • Staying current with evolving accessibility standards
  • Implementing new accessibility features and improvements

Accessible Website Development

As a web developer, I build accessibility into every website I create. All client websites are developed to meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards, including:

  • Semantic HTML structure
  • Proper ARIA labels and landmarks
  • Keyboard navigation support
  • Color contrast compliance
  • Screen reader optimization
  • Accessible form validation
  • Focus management
  • Alternative text for images

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Last Updated: January 2025
This accessibility statement was last reviewed and updated on January 11, 2025.