Accessibility Statement
The Sylvan Thirty Tenant Association is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all visitors, including people with disabilities.
Last updated: January 13, 2026
Our Commitment
We believe that access to information is a fundamental right. As a tenant advocacy organization, we understand that our community includes people of all abilities. Everyone deserves equal access to resources that help protect their housing rights.
We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 Level AA standards. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities and more user-friendly for everyone.
Accessibility Features
Keyboard Navigation
All interactive elements are accessible via keyboard. Use Tab to navigate, Enter to activate links and buttons, and Escape to close menus.
Screen Reader Support
Our website uses semantic HTML, ARIA labels, and proper heading hierarchy to work well with screen readers like NVDA, JAWS, and VoiceOver.
Skip Links
A 'Skip to main content' link is available at the top of every page, allowing keyboard users to bypass navigation menus.
Color Contrast
Text and interactive elements meet WCAG 2.2 AA contrast requirements, ensuring readability for users with low vision or color blindness.
Responsive Design
Our website adapts to different screen sizes and supports zoom up to 200% without loss of content or functionality.
Focus Indicators
Clear visual focus indicators help keyboard users track their position when navigating the website.
Alternative Text
Images include descriptive alternative text for screen reader users. Decorative images are marked appropriately.
Form Labels
All form fields have associated labels and clear error messages to assist users in completing forms successfully.
Conformance Status
We aim to meet WCAG 2.2 Level AA conformance. This includes:
- Perceivable: Information and user interface components are presentable in ways users can perceive, including text alternatives and captions.
- Operable: User interface components and navigation are operable via keyboard, with sufficient time to read content.
- Understandable: Information and operation of the user interface is understandable, with readable text and predictable functionality.
- Robust: Content is robust enough to be interpreted by a wide variety of user agents, including assistive technologies.
Browser and Assistive Technology Compatibility
Our website is designed to be compatible with the following:
Browsers
- Chrome (latest 2 versions)
- Firefox (latest 2 versions)
- Safari (latest 2 versions)
- Edge (latest 2 versions)
Assistive Technologies
- NVDA (Windows)
- JAWS (Windows)
- VoiceOver (macOS, iOS)
- TalkBack (Android)
Known Limitations
While we strive for full accessibility, some limitations may exist:
- PDF documents: Some older PDF resources may not be fully accessible. We are working to remediate these documents. Contact us for accessible alternatives.
- Third-party content: External links and embedded content from other websites may not meet our accessibility standards.
- User-generated content: Photos and descriptions submitted by community members may lack alt text or proper formatting.
We are actively working to address these limitations and welcome your feedback to help us improve.
Feedback and Assistance
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you encounter barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please let us know:
Contact Options
When reporting an issue, please include:
- The page URL where you experienced the issue
- A description of the problem
- The device, browser, and assistive technology you were using
We will respond within 5 business days and work to resolve the issue promptly.
Alternative Formats
If you need information from our website in an alternative format, we are happy to help. We can provide:
- Large print versions of documents
- Plain text versions of web content
- Audio descriptions of visual content
- In-person assistance at our community meetings
Contact us to request materials in an alternative format. We will work with you to find a solution that meets your needs.
Questions or Need Assistance?
Our team is here to help. Whether you have accessibility feedback or need help navigating our resources, we're committed to making sure everyone can participate in our community.