Zimbabweans in Diaspora

Accessibility Statement

Last Updated: 3 August 2025

At Zimbabwe Diaspora Initiative, we are committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards.

Our Commitment

We strive to adhere to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA, which explains how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities. Our goal is to provide a seamless experience for all users, including those with:

  • Visual impairments
  • Hearing impairments
  • Motor limitations
  • Cognitive disabilities
  • Photosensitive epilepsy

Accessibility Features

Our platform includes the following accessibility features:

Visual Accessibility

  • Text resizing capabilities without breaking page layout
  • High contrast mode for better visibility
  • Clear and consistent navigation structure
  • Alternative text for all meaningful images

Keyboard Navigation

  • Full keyboard operability for all functions
  • Visible focus indicators for interactive elements
  • Skip to main content links available
  • Logical tab order throughout the platform

Assistive Technology Support

  • Compatibility with screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver)
  • Proper semantic HTML structure
  • ARIA landmarks and roles where appropriate
  • Descriptive link text and form labels

Ongoing Efforts

We are continuously working to improve accessibility through:

  • Regular accessibility audits and testing
  • Training our team on accessibility best practices
  • Engaging with users with disabilities for feedback
  • Monitoring new technologies and guidelines

Limitations and Alternatives

Despite our best efforts, some content may not yet be fully accessible. If you encounter any barriers:

  • Please contact us with specific issues
  • We will provide alternative access to information
  • We commit to addressing accessibility issues promptly

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our platform. Please let us know if you encounter accessibility barriers.

Technical Specifications

Our accessibility efforts rely on the following technologies:

  • HTML
  • WAI-ARIA
  • CSS
  • JavaScript

These technologies are used in compliance with WCAG 2.1 Level AA guidelines.

Assessment Approach

We assess accessibility through:

  • Automated testing tools
  • Manual code review
  • User testing with people with disabilities
  • Expert evaluation by accessibility specialists

Contact Us

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our platform. Please let us know if you encounter accessibility barriers:

Accessibility Coordinator
Zimbabwe Diaspora Initiative
accessibility@zimdiaspora.org
Response Time: Within 3 business days

We try to respond to feedback within 3 business days and will make every effort to address accessibility issues promptly.

Formal Complaints

If you are not satisfied with our response, you may file a formal complaint using our contact form or by writing to our main office address. We will acknowledge receipt of your complaint within 5 business days.

This statement was last updated on August 3, 2025, and is reviewed annually.
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