Our Accessibility Commitment

🤝 Our Accessibility Commitment

At Aevum News, we believe that information should be available to everyone. As a global news organization, we recognize that accessibility is not just a legal obligation — it is a fundamental right and a core value of our mission.

Our commitment extends across all digital touchpoints, including our website, mobile applications, newsletter platforms, and any other digital products we offer. We are committed to continuous improvement and welcome feedback from our community to help us achieve and maintain the highest accessibility standards.

This accessibility statement applies to:

• aevumnews.com — Our primary website and news platform
• Aevum News Mobile App — iOS and Android applications
• Aevum Newsletters — Email-based content distribution
• Social Media Channels — Our official social media profiles
• Third-Party Integrations — Embedded content and services we control

📏 Standards & Conformance

Aevum News works to align our digital platforms with internationally recognized accessibility standards. Our conformance status is detailed below.

Substantially Conforming

A page is considered "substantially conforming" if it meets the success criteria of the standard to the greatest extent possible, excluding any non-discriminatory exceptions that do not prevent access to content and functionality.

The following content may not fully meet WCAG 2.2 Level AA criteria due to legacy system constraints or third-party dependencies:

• Historical article archives published before January 1, 2022
• Third-party advertising content displayed on our platform
• Embedded video content from external providers not under our direct control

✨ Accessibility Features

We have implemented a comprehensive set of accessibility features to ensure our platform is usable by people with a wide range of disabilities and assistive technologies.

For Visual Impairments

• ✓ Full screen reader compatibility with VoiceOver, NVDA, JAWS, and TalkBack
• ✓ Descriptive alt text on all meaningful images and graphics
• ✓ ARIA labels and roles on all interactive elements
• ✓ Minimum color contrast ratio of 4.5:1 for normal text
• ✓ Scalable text up to 200% without loss of content or functionality
• ✓ Video content includes closed captions and audio descriptions

For Hearing Impairments

• ✓ Closed captions on all video content
• ✓ Full transcripts available for audio and video content
• ✓ Visual indicators for all audio alerts and notifications
• ✓ Sign language interpretation for live-streamed events

For Motor Impairments

• ✓ Full keyboard navigation with visible focus indicators
• ✓ Skip navigation links for efficient page traversal
• ✓ Touch targets meet minimum 44×44 pixel size requirement
• ✓ No content reliant on specific mouse actions (hover, drag, etc.)
• ✓ Compatible with switch control and adaptive input devices

For Cognitive & Neurological Disabilities

• ✓ Clear, simple language and readable typography
• ✓ Consistent navigation and page layout across all sections
• ✓ No auto-playing content; all animations can be paused or stopped
• ✓ Breadcrumb navigation for easy orientation and backtracking
• ✓ Readable content structured with clear headings and landmarks

🧪 Testing & Methods

Aevum News employs a multi-layered approach to accessibility testing to identify and resolve issues before they affect our readers.

Automated Testing

Our development pipeline includes automated accessibility testing using industry-standard tools such as axe-core, Lighthouse, and WAVE. Every code change is validated against WCAG 2.2 success criteria before deployment.

Manual Testing

Our dedicated accessibility team conducts regular manual audits using:

• Screen readers (VoiceOver on macOS/iOS, NVDA on Windows, TalkBack on Android)
• Keyboard-only navigation testing across all platforms
• Color contrast analysis and visual impairment simulation tools
• Cognitive load and readability assessments

User Testing

We regularly engage with individuals who use assistive technologies to participate in usability testing sessions. Their direct feedback helps us identify real-world barriers that automated tools may miss.

💻 Compatibility

Our platform is designed to work with a wide range of browsers, devices, and assistive technologies.

Supported Browsers

• Google Chrome — Latest 2 versions
• Mozilla Firefox — Latest 2 versions
• Apple Safari — Latest 2 versions
• Microsoft Edge — Latest 2 versions

Supported Devices

• Desktop and laptop computers (Windows, macOS, Linux)
• Tablets (iPad, Android tablets)
• Smartphones (iPhone, Android phones)
• Smart displays and connected devices

Assistive Technologies

• Screen Readers: JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, TalkBack, Narrator
• Screen Magnifiers: ZoomText, Windows Magnifier, macOS Zoom
• Switch Controls: Tobii Dynavox, SwitchAccess
• Voice Recognition: Dragon NaturallySpeaking, Voice Control
• Braille Displays: Focus Blue, BrailleSense

⚠️ Known Limitations

Despite our best efforts, some areas of our platform may still present accessibility barriers. We are transparent about these limitations and actively working to address them.

If you encounter any of these limitations and cannot access content, please contact us and we will provide the information in an accessible format within 2 business days.

💬 Provide Feedback

We want to hear from you. If you experience any accessibility barriers while using Aevum News, or if you have suggestions for improvement, please let us know. Your feedback is invaluable to our continuous improvement process.

📧 Contact Us

If you need assistance accessing our content or have questions about our accessibility practices, please reach out to our dedicated accessibility team.

Alternative Formats

If you require our content in an alternative format (large print, Braille, audio, accessible PDF, or plain text), please contact us and we will provide it within 2 business days at no additional cost.

⚖️ Your Legal Rights

If you believe Aevum News has not met its accessibility obligations, or if our internal complaint process has not resolved your concerns, you have the right to escalate your complaint through the appropriate legal channels.

United States

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Title III and Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, you may file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Justice or seek private legal remedies. For more information, visit ada.gov.

European Union

Under the European Accessibility Act (Directive (EU) 2019/882) and the Web Accessibility Directive (EU) 2016/2102, you may lodge a complaint with the competent body in your member state. Visit ec.europa.eu for more information.

United Kingdom

Under the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) (No. 2) Accessibility Regulations 2018, complaints can be escalated to the Ministry of Justice. Visit gov.uk.

Canada

Under the Canadian Human Rights Act and provincial accessibility legislation (such as Ontario's AODA), you may file a complaint with the Canadian Human Rights Commission or your provincial accessibility commission.

Australia

Under the Disability Discrimination Act 1992 (DDA), complaints can be made to the Australian Human Rights Commission (AHRC). Visit humanrights.gov.au.