Accessibility Statement
✓ WCAG 2.2 Level AA Compliant
The John Crow Archive is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We continually improve the user experience for everyone and apply relevant accessibility standards.
Conformance Status
The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) define requirements for designers and developers to improve accessibility for people with disabilities. It defines three levels of conformance: Level A, Level AA, and Level AAA.
The John Crow Archive is fully conformant with WCAG 2.2 Level AA. Fully conformant means that the content fully conforms to the accessibility standard without any exceptions.
Technical Specifications
Accessibility of The John Crow Archive relies on the following technologies to work with the particular combination of web browser and any assistive technologies or plugins installed on your computer:
- HTML5
- CSS3
- JavaScript (ES6+)
- ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications)
These technologies are relied upon for conformance with the accessibility standards used.
Accessibility Features
The John Crow Archive includes the following accessibility features:
Navigation
- • Skip navigation link
- • Consistent navigation structure
- • Clear heading hierarchy
- • Breadcrumb navigation
- • Descriptive page titles
Keyboard Access
- • Full keyboard navigation
- • Visible focus indicators
- • No keyboard traps
- • Map keyboard controls
- • Modal focus management
Screen Readers
- • Descriptive alt text
- • ARIA labels and roles
- • Live region announcements
- • Accessible data tables
- • Form labels and errors
Visual Design
- • WCAG AA color contrast
- • Responsive layout
- • Resizable text (up to 200%)
- • Clear visual hierarchy
- • Accessible charts & maps
Testing & Evaluation
The John Crow Archive was evaluated for accessibility using:
- Manual testing: Comprehensive keyboard and screen reader testing
- Automated tools: axe DevTools, WAVE, and Lighthouse
- Standards review: WCAG 2.2 Level AA checklist verification
- Last evaluated: January 22, 2026
Compatible Assistive Technologies
This site has been tested with the following assistive technologies:
- Screen readers: NVDA (Windows), VoiceOver (macOS/iOS), TalkBack (Android)
- Browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge (latest versions)
- Keyboard navigation: All major operating systems
- Browser zoom: Up to 200% magnification
Known Limitations
Despite our best efforts to ensure accessibility, there may be some limitations. We are committed to addressing any issues that arise. If you discover any accessibility barriers, please contact us using the information below.
Feedback & Contact
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of The John Crow Archive. If you encounter accessibility barriers on this website, please let us know:
- Email: accessibility@johncrow.org
- Website: johncrow.org
We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 5 business days and to propose a solution within 10 business days.
Formal Complaints
If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility concern, you may file a formal complaint with:
Standards & Guidelines
This website conforms to the following accessibility standards:
- Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 Level AA
- Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act (Revised Standards)
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Title III
Commitment to Accessibility
The John Crow Archive is committed to ensuring that our digital content is accessible to people with disabilities. We continuously work to improve the accessibility of our site and implement relevant accessibility standards. Accessibility is an ongoing effort, and we will continue to update this site to enhance the user experience for all visitors.
This statement was created on: January 22, 2026
Last updated: January 22, 2026
Statement reviewed: Annually or when significant changes are made to the website