♿ Accessibility Statement

Last updated: December 22, 2024

Our Commitment

Southern Cook-AI-tion is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards.

Accessibility Standards

We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards. These guidelines help make web content more accessible to people with disabilities, including:

  • Visual impairments (blindness, low vision, color blindness)
  • Hearing impairments
  • Motor impairments
  • Cognitive impairments

Accessibility Features

Our website includes the following accessibility features:

🔤 Text & Typography

  • Clear, readable fonts
  • Sufficient color contrast
  • Scalable text (zoom up to 200%)
  • Descriptive headings and labels

⌨️ Keyboard Navigation

  • Full keyboard accessibility
  • Visible focus indicators
  • Logical tab order
  • Skip navigation links

🖼️ Images & Media

  • Alternative text for images
  • Descriptive captions
  • Meaningful link text
  • Audio descriptions where applicable

📱 Responsive Design

  • Mobile-friendly layout
  • Touch-friendly interface
  • Consistent navigation
  • Flexible content layout

Assistive Technology Support

Our website is designed to work with assistive technologies, including:

  • Screen readers: NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver, TalkBack
  • Voice recognition software: Dragon NaturallySpeaking
  • Keyboard navigation tools: Switch devices, eye-tracking
  • Browser zoom: Up to 200% magnification

Known Limitations

While we strive for full accessibility, some areas may have limitations:

  • Some third-party content may not meet accessibility standards
  • Complex recipe images may require additional descriptions
  • Some interactive features are still being improved
  • PDF documents may not be fully accessible (we're working on this)

We are actively working to address these limitations in future updates.

Accessibility Tools

To help you navigate our site more easily, consider these tools:

Browser Settings

Most browsers offer built-in accessibility features:

  • Text size adjustment
  • High contrast mode
  • Voice commands
  • Keyboard shortcuts

Operating System

Your device may have accessibility features:

  • Screen readers
  • Magnification tools
  • Voice control
  • Switch control

Feedback & Support

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of Southern Cook-AI-tion. If you encounter any accessibility barriers, please let us know:

📧 Email Us

Send accessibility feedback through our contact form

💬 General Feedback

Use our feedback form to report accessibility issues

❓ Get Help

Visit our Help & FAQ section for assistance

When reporting accessibility issues, please include:

  • The specific page or feature you're having trouble with
  • The assistive technology you're using (if any)
  • Your browser and operating system
  • A description of the problem you encountered

Ongoing Improvements

We are committed to continuously improving accessibility:

  • Regular audits: We conduct accessibility reviews of our site
  • User testing: We test with users who have disabilities
  • Staff training: Our team receives accessibility training
  • Updates: We regularly update our accessibility features

Third-Party Content

Some content on our site comes from third parties. While we can't control their accessibility, we:

  • Choose partners who prioritize accessibility
  • Provide alternative ways to access information
  • Work with vendors to improve accessibility
  • Clearly label third-party content