Our Commitment to Accessibility

Arts for At Risk Youth (AFARY) is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible experience for all individuals, including people with disabilities.

We believe that every person should have meaningful access to the information, resources, programs, services, and digital experiences we provide. We are continually working to improve the accessibility and usability of our website and to support access consistent with applicable federal and California accessibility laws.

Accessibility Standard

As part of our ongoing accessibility efforts, Arts for At Risk Youth (AFARY) uses the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA as a recognized technical reference for evaluating and improving the accessibility of our website.

Our accessibility efforts may include reviewing and improving:

• Website navigation and keyboard accessibility

• Page structure and heading organization

• Text readability and color contrast

• Alternative text for meaningful images

• Forms, buttons, links, and interactive elements

• Focus indicators and keyboard controls

• Compatibility with commonly used assistive technologies

• Accessible presentation of documents and downloadable materials

• Captions, transcripts, or alternative formats for multimedia when appropriate

• Responsive functionality across supported devices and screen sizes

Accessibility is an ongoing process, and our website may be updated as technology, content, accessibility practices, and applicable requirements evolve.

Assistive Technology

Our goal is for the Arts for At Risk Youth (AFARY) website to be reasonably accessible when used with current versions of commonly used browsers, operating systems, screen readers, keyboard navigation tools, screen magnification software, voice-recognition technology, and other assistive technologies.

Because assistive technologies and user configurations vary, individual experiences may differ.

Third-Party Content and Services

Certain portions of our website may include or link to content, platforms, applications, documents, maps, scheduling systems, payment systems, social media platforms, or other services provided by third parties.

Arts for At Risk Youth (AFARY) may not control the accessibility of third-party platforms or content. However, when accessibility issues involving third-party services are brought to our attention, we will make reasonable efforts to assist users in accessing the relevant information or service through an alternative method when appropriate.

Alternative Access

If you are unable to access information, complete a form, obtain a document, or use a feature of our website because of a disability-related accessibility barrier, please contact us.

Arts for At Risk Youth (AFARY) will make reasonable efforts to provide the requested information, communication, or service through an accessible alternative method.

Accessibility Feedback

We welcome feedback regarding the accessibility of the Arts for At Risk Youth (AFARY) website.

If you encounter an accessibility barrier, please provide as much of the following information as possible:

• The webpage or feature where you experienced difficulty

• A brief description of the accessibility issue

• The assistive technology, browser, or device you were using, if applicable

• The best way for us to contact you

Accessibility Contact

Arts for At Risk Youth (AFARY)
Email: [ACCESSIBILITY EMAIL]
Phone: [PHONE NUMBER]
Website: [WEBSITE URL]

We will make reasonable efforts to review accessibility concerns and address reported barriers in a timely manner.

Ongoing Accessibility

Arts for At Risk Youth (AFARY) views accessibility as an ongoing responsibility rather than a one-time project. As our website, programs, resources, and technology change, we may periodically review and update our digital accessibility practices.

We may use internal reviews, accessibility testing tools, user feedback, and professional accessibility assessments to identify opportunities for improvement.

Applicable Laws

Arts for At Risk Youth (AFARY) is committed to providing equal access consistent with applicable accessibility and nondiscrimination requirements, which may include the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the California Unruh Civil Rights Act, the California Disabled Persons Act, and other applicable federal, state, or local requirements.

Nothing in this policy is intended to limit any rights available under applicable law.

Policy Updates

Arts for At Risk Youth (AFARY) may revise this Accessibility & ADA Compliance Policy periodically to reflect changes to our website, technology, accessibility practices, organizational operations, or applicable legal requirements.

The most recent revision date will appear at the top of this page.