Accessibility Statement

Last Updated: November 16, 2025

The EmpowHER Project is committed to ensuring that our website and online experiences are accessible to everyone, including people with disabilities. We strive to align our website with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at the AA level and continuously work to maintain and improve accessibility across all areas of our platform.

Our Commitment

We want every user—regardless of ability—to be able to:

Navigate our website easily
Access information clearly
Engage with our programs and content
Participate in an inclusive and supportive online experience

We are actively working to ensure that our site is accessible, user-friendly, and compatible with assistive technologies.

Accessibility Features

Our website currently includes (or is working toward implementing):

Text alternatives for non-text content
Keyboard navigability
Clear headings and structured content
Descriptive link text
High-contrast text and colour combinations
Screen-reader–friendly layouts
Consistent navigation and design patterns
Zoom-friendly and responsive mobile design
Video captions and accessible multimedia where available

We also use Wix’s built-in accessibility tools to assist with compliance and ongoing improvement.

Ongoing Efforts

Accessibility is an ongoing priority. We regularly:

Review and update our website content
Run accessibility checks using Wix’s Accessibility Wizard
Improve usability based on user feedback
Train our team on inclusive digital practices

If you encounter any accessibility barriers, we want to know so we can fix them promptly.

Feedback & Contact Information

If you experience difficulty using our website or would like to request accessible materials, please contact us:

The EmpowHER Project
Email: info@theempowherproject

Phone: 0413 706 802

We aim to respond within 2–3 business days.

Compatibility

Our website is designed to be compatible with the latest versions of:

Chrome
Safari
Edge
Firefox
Mobile browsers (iOS & Android)

Older browsers may not support all accessibility features.

Third-Party Content

Where our website links to third-party platforms (e.g., payment gateways, social media), we cannot guarantee their level of accessibility, but we aim to partner with providers who value inclusive digital design.