Effective Date: August 14, 2025
DAPEN.org (“DAPEN”) is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We aim to provide an inclusive, usable experience and continually improve the accessibility of our website and content.
1. Standards We Aim To Meet
DAPEN strives to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 Level AA. We view these guidelines as the benchmark for accessibility and usability for the widest range of users.
2. Measures We Take
- Design and development practices aligned with semantic HTML and ARIA where appropriate.
- Color contrast checks and keyboard navigability reviews.
- Text alternatives for images and meaningful link text.
- Form labels, error identification, and instructions for inputs.
- Captioning or transcripts for time-based media where applicable.
- Ongoing internal reviews of new and existing pages.
3. Compatibility With Browsers and Assistive Technology
Our site is designed to be compatible with the latest versions of major browsers and to work with common assistive technologies. Some older browsers or operating systems may not fully support all features.
4. Known Limitations
Despite our best efforts, some content may not yet meet WCAG 2.2 AA. Typical issues can include legacy PDFs, third-party widgets, or embedded media lacking captions. If you encounter a problem, please let us know and we’ll work to provide an accessible alternative promptly.
5. Feedback & Assistance
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of DAPEN.org. If you need an alternative format, encounter a barrier, or have suggestions: use our Contact Us page. Please include the page URL, the assistive technology you’re using (if any), and a brief description of the issue.
6. Assessment Approach
We evaluate accessibility through a combination of automated scans and manual testing, with periodic reviews to address new content or features.
7. Continuous Improvement
Accessibility is an ongoing effort. We track issues, schedule fixes, and document improvements to prevent regressions as the site evolves.
Reviewed/Updated: August 2025
Note: DAPEN provides educational information and coordinated services through licensed professionals. If you require content in an alternative format, contact us and we will accommodate reasonable requests.
