Accessibility Statement
Our commitment to inclusive design and digital accessibility
Our Commitment
Alivio Search Partners 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.
We believe that everyone, regardless of ability, should have equal access to information and functionality on our website and recruiting platform.
Accessibility Standards
Our website aims to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at the AA level. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities and more user-friendly for everyone.
We also strive to comply with:
- Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act (U.S. federal accessibility standards)
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Title III requirements
- European Accessibility Act (EAA) for international users
Accessibility Features
Our website includes the following accessibility features:
Keyboard Navigation
- All interactive elements are keyboard accessible (Tab, Enter, Space, Arrow keys)
- Visible focus indicators on all focusable elements
- Logical tab order throughout the site
- Skip-to-content links for efficient navigation
Screen Reader Compatibility
- Semantic HTML5 markup with proper heading hierarchy
- ARIA labels and descriptions for complex interactive components
- Alternative text for all meaningful images
- Form labels properly associated with input fields
- Status messages announced to assistive technologies
Visual Design
- Color contrast ratios meet WCAG AA standards (minimum 4.5:1 for text)
- Information is not conveyed by color alone
- Responsive design that adapts to different screen sizes and zoom levels (up to 200%)
- Clear, readable fonts (minimum 16px base font size)
- Generous spacing and touch targets (minimum 44x44 pixels)
Content & Structure
- Clear, concise language with simple sentence structure
- Consistent navigation patterns across pages
- Descriptive link text (no "click here" links)
- Expandable/collapsible sections with clear state indicators
- Error messages that clearly explain how to fix issues
Forms & Interactions
- Required fields clearly marked with both visual and programmatic indicators
- Form validation with clear, actionable error messages
- Sufficient time limits with options to extend or disable
- Confirmation dialogs for destructive actions
Multimedia Content
- Captions and transcripts for video content
- Audio descriptions for visual information in videos
- User control over audio/video playback (play, pause, volume)
- No auto-playing media that cannot be paused
Testing & Evaluation
We conduct regular accessibility audits using:
- Automated Testing: axe DevTools, WAVE, Lighthouse accessibility audits
- Manual Testing: Keyboard-only navigation, screen reader testing (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver)
- User Testing: Feedback from users with disabilities
- Browser Testing: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge with assistive technologies enabled
Known Limitations
Despite our best efforts, some limitations may exist:
- Third-party embedded content (e.g., calendar booking widgets, video players) may not be fully accessible. We are working with vendors to improve accessibility.
- PDF documents may not be fully accessible. We are in the process of remediating legacy PDFs and ensuring new PDFs meet accessibility standards.
- Some interactive data visualizations may have limited accessibility. We provide alternative text summaries where possible.
We are actively working to address these limitations and welcome your feedback.
Compatible Assistive Technologies
Our website is designed to work with the following assistive technologies:
- Screen Readers: JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, TalkBack
- Screen Magnification: ZoomText, Windows Magnifier, macOS Zoom
- Speech Recognition: Dragon NaturallySpeaking, Windows Speech Recognition
- Keyboard Alternatives: Switch devices, sip-and-puff systems
- Browser Extensions: High contrast modes, text-to-speech extensions
Feedback & Assistance
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website and recruiting platform. If you encounter an accessibility barrier, please let us know:
When reporting an accessibility issue, please include:
- The web page or feature where you encountered the issue
- A description of the problem
- The assistive technology you were using (if applicable)
- Your browser and operating system
We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 5 business days.
Alternative Access Methods
If you cannot access certain content or features on our website, we will work with you to provide the information in an alternative format, such as:
- Email correspondence
- Phone consultation
- Accessible document formats (plain text, accessible PDF, Word)
- In-person or video meetings
Contact us at accessibility@aliviosearchpartners.com to request alternative access.
Ongoing Accessibility Efforts
Accessibility is an ongoing commitment. Our efforts include:
- Regular accessibility audits and remediation
- Training for developers and content creators on accessibility best practices
- Incorporating accessibility into our design and development process from the start
- Monitoring emerging accessibility standards and technologies
- Partnering with accessibility consultants and advocates
Formal Complaints
If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility concern, you may file a complaint with:
- U.S. Department of Justice (ADA):
- U.S. Access Board (Section 508):
Last Reviewed: January 2025
This statement will be reviewed and updated regularly as we continue to improve accessibility.