Accessibility Overview
KODAENCE is a Professional Support System for male domestic abuse victims. We are committed to making our digital platform accessible to everyone, including people with disabilities. This commitment includes individuals who are blind, low vision, deaf, hard of hearing, physically disabled, mobility impaired, cognitively impaired, or neurologically diverse.
We continuously work to improve our accessibility standards and welcome feedback from our users about how we can better serve your needs.
Built-in Accessibility Features
🎨 High Contrast Mode
Multiple color themes available including high-contrast options. Access via Theme button in header.
🔤 Scalable Text
Browser zoom (Ctrl/Cmd + Plus) works perfectly. Text scales without breaking layout.
⌨️ Full Keyboard Navigation
All features accessible via keyboard. Tab through elements, Enter/Space to activate.
📢 Screen Reader Compatible
Semantic HTML, ARIA labels, and landmarks help screen readers navigate content.
🎯 Focus Visible
Clear focus indicators on all interactive elements for keyboard users.
🌙 Dark Mode
Default dark theme reduces eye strain. Light themes available for light-sensitive users.
⏱️ Digital Clock
Accessible time display with timezone information for time-aware users.
🔍 Search Function
Quick-access search for finding resources rapidly. Keyboard and voice input supported.
Standards Compliance
WCAG 2.1 Compliance
KODAENCE aims to comply with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at Level AA. These guidelines help ensure web content is accessible to people with disabilities, including visual, auditory, physical, speech, cognitive, and neurological disabilities.
Keyboard Navigation
All interactive elements can be accessed without a mouse:
Skip Links
A "Skip to content" link is available at the top of every page. Press Tab immediately after loading the page to access it. This allows you to bypass repetitive navigation elements.
Screen Reader Support
KODAENCE is designed for compatibility with major screen readers:
- NVDA (Windows) - Fully supported
- JAWS (Windows) - Fully supported
- VoiceOver (macOS/iOS) - Fully supported
- TalkBack (Android) - Fully supported
Features for Screen Reader Users
- Semantic HTML: Proper use of heading tags, list elements, and landmarks
- ARIA Labels: Descriptive labels for buttons, icons, and interactive elements
- ARIA Live Regions: Announcements for dynamic content updates (e.g., "Saved" notifications)
- Form Labels: All form inputs have associated labels
- Alt Text: Meaningful descriptions for icons and images
- Page Structure: Clear heading hierarchy and logical navigation order
Visual Accessibility
Color Contrast
All text meets or exceeds WCAG AA standards for color contrast:
- Normal text: minimum 4.5:1 contrast ratio
- Large text: minimum 3:1 contrast ratio
- UI components: minimum 3:1 contrast ratio
Text Sizing
- Base font size is 16px (readable without zoom)
- All text can be resized via browser controls
- Layout remains intact at 200% zoom
- No content hidden when zoomed
Color Independence
Information is not conveyed by color alone. Icons, text labels, and visual indicators combine to communicate meaning to all users.
Focus Indicators
Interactive elements display clear, visible focus indicators when navigated with keyboard or screen reader.
Known Accessibility Limitations
Limitations We're Working On
- YouTube Videos: Embedded videos may not be fully accessible. YouTube provides captions when available.
- PDF Documents: Some linked PDFs may have varying accessibility levels depending on their source.
- Data Tables: Complex data tables may require screen reader headers for full context.
Report Accessibility Issues
If you encounter accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, we want to hear from you. Please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +44 (0) 207 192 8000 (During business hours)
Online Form: Visit our contact page to submit feedback
Please include:
- What page you were on when you found the issue
- What assistive technology you're using (screen reader, voice control, etc.)
- A description of the problem
- What you expected to happen
- Screenshots or additional details if helpful
We aim to respond to all accessibility reports within 5 business days and provide a resolution or workaround.
Additional Resources
Learn more about web accessibility:
This accessibility statement was last updated on March 3, 2026.
KODAENCE continues to improve accessibility regularly.