Accessibility Statement
Our Accessibility Commitment
Immigrant Laws is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We continually improve the user experience for everyone and apply relevant accessibility standards to ensure equal access to information and functionality.
This website strives to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards, which help make web content more accessible to a wider range of people with disabilities.
Accessibility Features
Keyboard Navigation
All interactive elements can be accessed using keyboard navigation (Tab, Enter, Space, Arrow keys)
Implementation:
- Logical tab order throughout all pages
- Visible focus indicators on all interactive elements
- Skip navigation links for screen reader users
- Keyboard shortcuts for main navigation
Screen Reader Support
Compatible with popular screen readers including NVDA, JAWS, and VoiceOver
Implementation:
- Semantic HTML markup with proper heading hierarchy
- Alt text for all informative images and icons
- ARIA labels and descriptions where needed
- Screen reader only content for context
Visual Design
High contrast colors and scalable text for users with visual impairments
Implementation:
- Color contrast ratios meeting WCAG AA standards
- Text remains readable when zoomed to 200%
- Information not conveyed by color alone
- Clear visual hierarchy with proper spacing
Content Structure
Clear, logical organization of content with descriptive headings and labels
Implementation:
- Descriptive page titles and heading structure
- Clear form labels and instructions
- Consistent navigation and layout patterns
- Plain language explanations of complex topics
WCAG 2.1 AA Compliance
Our website follows the four main principles of web accessibility as outlined in the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1:
Perceivable
Information and user interface components must be presentable to users in ways they can perceive
Key Criteria:
- •Text alternatives for non-text content
- •Captions and alternatives for multimedia
- •Content can be presented without losing meaning when resized up to 200%
- •Sufficient color contrast between text and background
Operable
User interface components and navigation must be operable by all users
Key Criteria:
- •All functionality available via keyboard
- •Users can control timing and limits
- •Content doesn't cause seizures or physical reactions
- •Users can navigate and find content
Understandable
Information and operation of user interface must be understandable
Key Criteria:
- •Text is readable and understandable
- •Content appears and operates predictably
- •Users are helped to avoid and correct mistakes
- •Instructions and labels are clear
Robust
Content must be robust enough for interpretation by assistive technologies
Key Criteria:
- •Content is compatible with current and future assistive tools
- •Valid, semantic HTML markup
- •Proper use of ARIA attributes
- •Cross-browser compatibility
Assistive Technology Support
Screen Readers
Supported Tools:
Fully supported with semantic HTML and ARIA labels
Keyboard Navigation
Supported Tools:
Complete keyboard access to all functionality
Magnification Tools
Supported Tools:
Content remains functional and readable at high magnification levels
Voice Recognition
Supported Tools:
Compatible with voice commands through proper labeling and markup
Keyboard Navigation Guide
This website can be fully navigated using only a keyboard. Here are the main keyboard shortcuts:
Navigation Keys
Page Navigation
Alternative Formats and Support
Content in Alternative Formats
If you need immigration information in alternative formats, we can help connect you with resources:
- • Large print documents
- • Audio descriptions
- • Braille materials (through partner organizations)
- • Simplified language versions
- • Multiple language translations
Accessibility Assistance
For accessibility support or to request alternative formats:
- • Contact information available on our Contact page
- • Response within 2 business days
- • Free assistance provided
- • Partner with disability advocacy organizations
Third-Party Content and Links
While we strive to ensure accessibility throughout our website, some linked third-party content may not meet the same accessibility standards. We are not responsible for the accessibility of external websites but encourage feedback about inaccessible content.
Official Government Sites
We link to official government websites that have their own accessibility policies:
Feedback on External Content
If you encounter accessibility barriers on external sites we link to, we encourage you to contact those organizations directly. We can also help you find alternative ways to access the same information when possible.
Feedback and Contact
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of this website. If you encounter accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please let us know.
How to Report Issues
- • Describe the specific barrier you encountered
- • Include the page URL where the issue occurred
- • Mention the assistive technology you're using
- • Suggest how we might improve the experience
Our Response Commitment
- • Acknowledge receipt within 1 business day
- • Investigate and respond within 5 business days
- • Work to resolve issues as quickly as possible
- • Provide alternative access when needed
Ongoing Accessibility Improvements
Continuous Testing: We regularly test our website with various assistive technologies and conduct accessibility audits to identify and fix issues.
User Feedback: We actively seek feedback from users with disabilities to improve our accessibility implementation.
Standards Updates: We monitor changes to accessibility standards and update our practices accordingly.
Last Updated: This accessibility statement was last reviewed and updated in December 2024.