Accessibility Statement

Effective Date: 23 March 2026

Vibhajan Vibhishika Smriti Nyas is committed to ensuring that our website www.vibhajanvibhishikasmritinyas.org is accessible to all users, including individuals with disabilities. We believe that access to information about historical events, cultural heritage, and charitable activities should be available to everyone regardless of ability.

We are actively working to meet internationally recognised web accessibility standards and to create a more inclusive digital experience for all visitors.

1. Our Commitment

We strive to achieve and maintain conformance with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at Level AA, as developed by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C). These guidelines help make web content more accessible to people with disabilities, including those with visual, auditory, motor, cognitive, and speech impairments.

2. Accessibility Features of Our Website

We have implemented or are working to implement the following accessibility features:

2.1 Visual Accessibility

Text alternatives (alt text) provided for all meaningful images
Sufficient colour contrast ratios throughout the site
Text resizable up to 200% without loss of content or functionality
Avoidance of content that flashes more than three times per second
Clear visual focus indicators for keyboard navigation

2.2 Navigation and Structure

Consistent and logical page structure using proper headings (H1–H6)
Skip navigation links to bypass repeated content
Descriptive page titles for each page
Keyboard-navigable menus and interactive elements
Breadcrumb navigation where applicable

2.3 Content Accessibility

Plain language used throughout to ensure readability
Captions or transcripts for video and audio content (where available)
Forms include clearly labelled input fields and accessible error messages
PDFs and downloadable documents provided in accessible formats where possible

2.4 Technical Standards

Semantic HTML markup for all pages
ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) roles and attributes where needed
Compatibility with modern screen readers (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver, TalkBack)
Mobile-responsive design for accessibility on all devices and screen sizes

3. Known Limitations

While we strive for full accessibility, some content on our website may not yet fully meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards. Known limitations include:

Some older archival images and scanned documents may not have complete text descriptions due to the nature of historical material
Some third-party embedded content (e.g., social media feeds, donation widgets) may not be fully within our control
Legacy PDF documents may not yet be fully accessible; we are working to remediate these

We are continuously improving our website and are committed to addressing these limitations progressively.

4. Assistive Technology Compatibility

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

Screen readers: NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver (iOS/macOS), TalkBack (Android)
Speech recognition software: Dragon NaturallySpeaking
Screen magnification software
Keyboard-only navigation
High contrast and dark mode display settings

5. Browser and Operating System Support

Our website is tested and supported across the following browsers and platforms:

Google Chrome (latest version) on Windows, macOS, and Android
Mozilla Firefox (latest version) on Windows and macOS
Apple Safari (latest version) on macOS and iOS
Microsoft Edge (latest version) on Windows

6. Reporting Accessibility Issues

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any barriers, have difficulty accessing any part of our website, or would like to request content in an alternative format, please contact us:

Email: info@vibhajanvibhishikasmritinyas.org

Website: www.vibhajanvibhishikasmritinyas.org

Please include the following in your message:

The specific page or content you were trying to access
A description of the problem encountered
The assistive technology or browser you are using

We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 5 business days and will endeavour to resolve reported issues in a timely manner.

7. Formal Complaints

If you are not satisfied with our response, you may refer the matter to the relevant authority in your jurisdiction. In India, complaints relating to digital accessibility may be directed to the relevant government ministry or grievance mechanism as per applicable law.

8. Continuous Improvement

Accessibility is an ongoing effort. We conduct periodic accessibility audits, incorporate accessibility considerations into all new website development, and train our team to maintain high standards. We are committed to reviewing and updating this Accessibility Statement annually or whenever significant changes are made to our website.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this policy, please reach out to us:

Organisation: Vibhajan Vibhishika Smriti Nyas