iSmile Foundation Inc. is committed to making our website accessible to everyone, including people with disabilities. We believe that access to information about our mission and programs is a right, not a privilege.
01.Our Commitment to Accessibility
We strive to ensure our website conforms to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible to people with a wide range of disabilities, including: - Visual impairments — blindness, low vision, colour blindness - Hearing impairments — deafness and hearing loss - Motor impairments — difficulty using a keyboard or mouse - Cognitive impairments — learning disabilities, attention disorders, memory challenges
02.Measures We Take
We actively work to improve accessibility across our website by: - Using semantic HTML to support screen readers - Providing sufficient colour contrast between text and backgrounds - Ensuring all interactive elements are keyboard-navigable - Including descriptive alt text for images - Using clear, simple language throughout - Designing for responsiveness across all screen sizes and devices - Avoiding content that flashes or moves in ways that could trigger seizures
03.Known Limitations
Despite our efforts, some content may not yet fully meet accessibility standards. We are actively working to identify and address gaps. Known areas we are improving include: - Older PDF documents may not be fully screen reader compatible - Some embedded third-party content (such as PayPal donation forms) is outside our direct control and may have its own accessibility limitations - Captions and transcripts for video content are being added over time
04.Assistive Technology Compatibility
Our website is designed to be compatible with a range of assistive technologies, including: - Screen readers such as NVDA, JAWS, and VoiceOver - Keyboard-only navigation - Browser zoom and text resizing - High contrast display modes We recommend using an up-to-date browser and assistive technology for the best experience on our site.
05.Feedback & Contact
We welcome feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any barriers, please let us know so we can address them. To report an accessibility issue or request information in an alternative format: - Email: ismilefoundationinc@gmail.com - Subject line: Accessibility Feedback We aim to respond to all accessibility feedback within 5 business days.
06.Physical Accessibility
Ismile Foundation is also committed to physical accessibility in any events or programs we host. If you have accessibility requirements related to a specific event or program, please contact us in advance so we can make appropriate arrangements.
07.Ongoing Improvement
Accessibility is an ongoing commitment. We regularly review our website and update our practices as technology and standards evolve. This Accessibility Statement will be reviewed and updated at least annually. If you have suggestions for how we can improve accessibility, we genuinely welcome them - please email us at ismilefoundationinc@gmail.com.