Effective: 1 April 2026 Version 1.0 WCAG 2.1 AA Target W3C International Standard
AA
WCAG 2.1

Targeting WCAG 2.1 Level AA Conformance

We aim to make our website perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust for all users, and continuously work to improve our digital platforms.

01

Our Commitment

The Emmanuel International College Alumni Association (EICAA) is committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to all users, including alumni, visitors, and members with disabilities or impairments. We believe that every member of the EIC community — regardless of ability — deserves equal access to information, services, and the opportunity to stay connected with their alma mater.

We strive to make our website perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust for all users, and we continuously work to improve the accessibility of our digital platforms.

02

Applicable Standards

We aim to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, published by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C), at Level AA. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible to people with a wide range of disabilities, including:

  • Visual impairments (including blindness, low vision, and colour blindness)
  • Hearing impairments and deafness
  • Motor and physical disabilities
  • Cognitive, learning, and neurological disabilities
  • Speech disabilities

WCAG 2.1 AA is the internationally recognised benchmark adopted by governments and organisations worldwide, including across the European Union, the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, and Australia. As an association with members across multiple continents, we have chosen this standard because it represents a universally understood, country-neutral commitment to inclusion — one that every member of our global community can recognise and trust.

03

Measures We Have Taken

In working toward an accessible website, EICAA has taken or is working toward the following measures:

Visual Accessibility
Descriptive alt text, WCAG-compliant contrast ratios, relative font sizes, and no colour-only information cues.
Navigation & Structure
Proper heading hierarchy, keyboard-accessible elements, skip navigation links, and descriptive link text.
Forms & Interactions
Clearly labelled fields, descriptive error messages, and extendable time limits on interactive processes.
Media
Captions or transcripts for videos; written transcripts for audio-only content, where reasonably practicable.
Technology Compatibility
Compatible with major screen readers and browsers. No content flashing more than three times per second.
Zoom Support
The website can be zoomed up to 200% without loss of content, functionality, or horizontal scrolling.
04

Known Limitations

We are committed to transparency. While we work diligently toward full WCAG 2.1 AA compliance, there may be areas where accessibility is not yet fully achieved:

PDFs & Docs
Some archived documents (such as event programmes or historical newsletters) hosted on the website may not yet be fully accessible. We are working to remediate these progressively.
Third-Party
Content embedded from third-party platforms (such as social media feeds or external video platforms) may not meet our accessibility standards. We have limited control over such content but will raise concerns with providers where possible.
User Content
Content submitted by alumni members (such as photos or attachments) may not always meet accessibility standards. We encourage members to follow accessibility best practices when contributing content.

We are actively working to address these limitations and welcome feedback to help us prioritise improvements.

05

Assistive Technology Support

Our website is designed and tested to work with the following assistive technologies:

Technology Tools / Details
Screen Readers NVDA (Windows), JAWS (Windows), VoiceOver (macOS/iOS), TalkBack (Android)
Keyboard Navigation Full keyboard operability without requiring a mouse
Browser Zoom Up to 200% without horizontal scrolling or loss of functionality
High Contrast Mode Compatible with operating system high-contrast display settings
Voice Control Compatible with Dragon NaturallySpeaking and similar voice input tools

If you experience difficulties using the website with any assistive technology not listed above, please let us know.

06

Requesting Accessible Formats or Assistance

If you require any content on the website in an alternative accessible format — such as large print, plain text, audio description, or Easy Read — please contact us using the details in Section 8. We will make every reasonable effort to fulfil your request promptly and at no additional cost to you.

If you are unable to access any part of the website due to a disability and require assistance completing a task (such as registering as a member or submitting an inquiry), please contact us and we will provide appropriate assistance.

07

Feedback and Reporting Accessibility Issues

We welcome feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers, find content that is not accessible to you, or have suggestions for improvement, we want to hear from you.

When reporting an issue, it helps us if you can provide:

1
The page or section of the website where you experienced the issue
2
A brief description of the problem
3
The assistive technology or browser you were using, if applicable
4
Your contact details so that we can follow up with you
5
Working days to acknowledge your feedback
20
Working days to provide a substantive response or resolution
08

Contact Us

For accessibility queries, requests for alternative formats, or to report an accessibility issue, please contact:

OrganisationEmmanuel International College Alumni Association (EICAA)
AddressRoad G, Da Chibi Rwang Street, Opp. Old Government House Junction, Rayfield, Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria
Email[insert accessibility or general contact email]
Website[insert EICAA website URL]
EscalationIf you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility concern, you are entitled to escalate the matter to the relevant data protection or equality authority in your country of residence, or to seek advice from an appropriate disability rights organisation in your region.
09

Review and Updates

This Accessibility Statement is reviewed at least annually and updated whenever significant changes are made to the website. We are committed to continuous improvement and will update this statement to reflect our progress.

Last reviewed: 1 April 2026