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Accessibility Statement

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Accessibility Statement

Last Updated: October 5, 2025

Our Commitment to Accessibility

Quantum Zeitgeist is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all people, including those with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards to ensure Quantum Navigator is accessible to all users.

Conformance Status

Quantum Navigator strives to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities and more usable for everyone.

Current Status: Partially Conformant

“Partially conformant” means that some parts of the content do not fully conform to the accessibility standard.

Accessibility Features

We have implemented the following accessibility features on Quantum Navigator:

✅ Semantic HTML - Proper use of headings, lists, and landmarks for screen reader navigation

✅ Keyboard Navigation - All interactive elements accessible via keyboard (Tab, Enter, Arrow keys)

✅ Skip Links - Ability to skip to main content (work in progress)

✅ Clear Page Structure - Logical heading hierarchy (H1, H2, H3) for easy navigation

✅ Breadcrumb Navigation - Clear indication of current location within the site

Visual Design

✅ Responsive Design - Works on mobile devices, tablets, and desktops

✅ Readable Fonts - Clear, legible typography (SUSE Mono, Bitcount Prop Single Ink)

✅ Color Contrast - Text and background colors meet WCAG AA contrast ratios (ongoing verification)

✅ Resizable Text - Text can be resized up to 200% without loss of content or functionality

✅ No Flashing Content - We avoid content that flashes more than 3 times per second

Content and Functionality

✅ Alt Text for Images - Descriptive alternative text for meaningful images (ongoing improvement)

✅ Form Labels - All form fields have associated labels

✅ Error Identification - Clear error messages for form validation

✅ Link Purpose - Link text describes the destination or purpose

✅ Consistent Navigation - Navigation menus are consistent across pages

Technical Features

✅ Valid HTML - Properly structured markup for assistive technology compatibility

✅ ARIA Labels - Accessible Rich Internet Applications landmarks where appropriate

✅ Focus Indicators - Visible focus states for keyboard navigation

✅ Mobile Accessibility - Touch targets of adequate size (44x44px minimum goal)

Known Accessibility Issues

We are aware of the following accessibility issues and are working to address them:

Currently Working On

⚠️ Cookie Banner - Enhancing keyboard navigation and screen reader announcements

⚠️ Filter Controls - Improving dropdown accessibility with proper ARIA attributes

⚠️ Dynamic Content - Adding live regions for search results and filter updates

⚠️ Alt Text - Ensuring all decorative and informational images have appropriate alt attributes

⚠️ Color Alone - Ensuring information is not conveyed by color alone (adding patterns/icons)

Future Improvements

🔄 Skip Navigation - Adding “skip to main content” link at top of pages

🔄 Search Functionality - Enhancing search with autocomplete ARIA support

🔄 Tables - Ensuring data tables have proper headers and scope attributes

🔄 Video/Media - Adding captions/transcripts when we introduce video content

🔄 PDF Accessibility - Ensuring any downloadable PDFs are accessible

Assistive Technologies

Quantum Navigator has been tested with the following assistive technologies and browsers:

Compatible Assistive Technologies

✅ Screen Readers:

  • NVDA (Windows)
  • JAWS (Windows)
  • VoiceOver (macOS, iOS)
  • TalkBack (Android)

✅ Browser Compatibility:

  • Google Chrome (latest version)
  • Mozilla Firefox (latest version)
  • Safari (latest version)
  • Microsoft Edge (latest version)

✅ Other Tools:

  • Keyboard-only navigation
  • Screen magnification software
  • Voice control software
  • Browser text size controls

Note: We cannot guarantee perfect compatibility with all assistive technologies, but we strive to support the most commonly used tools.

Accessibility Standards

We aim to adhere to accepted guidelines and standards for accessibility:

Primary Standards

WCAG 2.1 Level AA (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines)

  • Developed by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C)
  • International standard for web accessibility
  • Target compliance level: AA (higher than minimum A)

Section 508 (U.S. Federal Accessibility Standard)

  • Applies to federal agencies and federally-funded projects
  • Substantially aligned with WCAG 2.0 Level AA

ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act)

  • While not specifically a web standard, we strive for ADA compliance
  • Courts have applied ADA to websites in many jurisdictions

EN 301 549 (European Accessibility Standard)

  • European standard for ICT products and services
  • Harmonized with WCAG 2.1

Testing and Evaluation

We regularly evaluate Quantum Navigator for accessibility using:

Automated Testing

  • Lighthouse accessibility audits
  • WAVE (Web Accessibility Evaluation Tool)
  • axe DevTools browser extension
  • Color contrast analyzers

Manual Testing

  • Keyboard-only navigation testing
  • Screen reader testing (NVDA, VoiceOver)
  • Responsive design testing across devices
  • User testing with people with disabilities (planned)

Testing Frequency: We conduct accessibility reviews during development and at least quarterly for the live site.

Feedback and Assistance

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of Quantum Navigator. Please let us know if you encounter accessibility barriers:

Report Accessibility Issues

Email: accessibility@quantumzeitgeist.com

Subject Line: “Accessibility Issue - Quantum Navigator”

Please include:

  1. Description of the issue
  2. Location on the site where you encountered the problem (URL if possible)
  3. Assistive technology you’re using (if applicable)
  4. Browser and operating system
  5. Any error messages you received

Response Time

We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 5 business days and resolve reported issues within 30 days when feasible.

For urgent accessibility issues preventing you from accessing critical information, please mark your email as “Urgent” and we will prioritize accordingly.

Alternative Formats

If you need content in an alternative format:

  • Large print
  • Plain text
  • Audio
  • Different file format

Please contact us at accessibility@quantumzeitgeist.com and we will work to accommodate your request.

Third-Party Content

Some content on Quantum Navigator is provided by third parties:

Company Websites: Links to external company websites are not under our control and may not meet accessibility standards

Embedded Content: Social media embeds, ads, and other third-party content may have accessibility limitations

External Resources: We link to many external websites which we do not control

We select third-party services with accessibility in mind, but cannot guarantee their conformance. If you encounter accessibility issues with third-party content, please let us know so we can:

  1. Contact the provider about the issue
  2. Seek an alternative provider if necessary
  3. Provide the information in an accessible alternative format

Ongoing Accessibility Efforts

Accessibility is an ongoing process. Our commitment includes:

Regular Activities

📅 Quarterly Audits - Comprehensive accessibility reviews every 3 months

🎓 Team Training - Ongoing education for our development and content teams

🔧 Code Reviews - Accessibility checks during development process

🧪 User Testing - Including users with disabilities in our testing process (planned)

📊 Analytics - Monitoring how users with assistive technology interact with our site

Continuous Improvement

We are continuously working to improve accessibility through:

  • Updating legacy content to meet current standards
  • Implementing new accessibility features as they become available
  • Staying current with WCAG updates and best practices
  • Incorporating user feedback into our development roadmap

Mobile Accessibility

Quantum Navigator is designed to be mobile-accessible:

✅ Responsive Layout - Adapts to different screen sizes and orientations

✅ Touch Targets - Interactive elements sized for touch input

✅ Screen Reader Support - Works with mobile screen readers (VoiceOver, TalkBack)

✅ Zoom Support - Supports pinch-to-zoom without breaking layout

✅ Motion Control - No essential content requires motion or gestures alone

We take accessibility seriously as both a legal obligation and moral imperative:

United States:

  • ADA Title III compliance efforts for places of public accommodation
  • Section 508 alignment for federal accessibility requirements

International:

  • WCAG 2.1 conformance for global best practices
  • EN 301 549 alignment for European users
  • Ongoing monitoring of evolving accessibility regulations

Note: This is an accessibility statement, not a legal claim of full compliance. We are committed to continuous improvement and addressing accessibility barriers as we identify them.

Contact Information

Accessibility Coordinator

Email: accessibility@quantumzeitgeist.com

General Contact: contact@quantumzeitgeist.com

Mail: Quantum Zeitgeist Attention: Accessibility Coordinator United States

Online Form: Contact Page

Formal Complaints

If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility concern:

United States Users: You may file a complaint with:

  • U.S. Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division
  • Your state’s Attorney General
  • Local disability rights organizations

EU/UK Users: You may contact your national equality body or regulatory authority.

We prefer to resolve issues cooperatively, but we respect your right to pursue formal channels if needed.

Date and Version

Date of Statement: October 5, 2025

Last Reviewed: October 5, 2025

Next Scheduled Review: January 5, 2026 (Quarterly)

WCAG Version: 2.1 Level AA

Evaluation Methodology: Self-assessment with automated and manual testing

Acknowledgments

We recognize that accessibility is an ongoing journey, not a destination. We appreciate:

  • Users who report accessibility issues
  • The disability community for setting standards and expectations
  • W3C for developing WCAG guidelines
  • Assistive technology developers who make the web accessible
  • Our team members committed to inclusive design

Quantum Navigator is committed to digital inclusion and accessibility for all users.

This Accessibility Statement applies to quantum.org.uk and quantumnnav.web.app.

Quantum Navigator is a project of Quantum Zeitgeist.