Web Accessibility Policy
1. Commitment to Accessibility
At Garden Studio, we are committed to making our website and digital content accessible to all users, in compliance with the Equal Rights for Persons with Disabilities Law, 1998 and relevant Israeli accessibility regulations. We believe that everyone, including people with disabilities, should have equal access to our services, coaching, courses, and digital content. Our goal is to ensure our website aligns with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA, as well as all applicable Israeli laws.
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2. Standards for Accessibility
We adhere to the Israeli Standard (IS) 5568, which incorporates the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA. These standards aim to make web content accessible to people with a variety of disabilities, including visual, auditory, cognitive, and physical impairments. In line with these standards, we strive to ensure that all users can effectively navigate and interact with our website.
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3. Accessibility Features
Our website includes various features designed to enhance accessibility, such as:
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Keyboard Navigation: All interactive elements, such as menus and links, are accessible through keyboard navigation.
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Alt Text for Images: We provide descriptive alternative text for all relevant images, ensuring screen readers can communicate image content.
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Text Resizing Options: Users can adjust text sizes without disrupting the layout of the page for easier reading.
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Contrast Settings: Our website uses sufficient color contrast between text and background for readability, with a high-contrast mode for users who require it.
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Screen Reader Compatibility: Our website is compatible with popular screen readers, ensuring accessibility for users with visual impairments.
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4. Third-Party Content
Our website may include third-party content or links to external websites. While we strive to ensure the accessibility of our platform, we cannot guarantee the accessibility of third-party content. We encourage users to notify us if they encounter accessibility barriers on third-party websites or services linked from our website.
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5. Ongoing Efforts
We are committed to continuously improving the accessibility of our website. This includes:
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Regularly reviewing our website to ensure compliance with IS 5568 and WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards.
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Conducting internal audits and testing to identify and resolve any accessibility issues.
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Taking into account user feedback to make ongoing improvements to website functionality.
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6. Feedback and Contact Information
We welcome feedback from users to help us enhance the accessibility of our website. If you experience any difficulty accessing our website or have suggestions for improving accessibility, please contact us:
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Email: thegardenofculture@gmail.com
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Phone: 972-526622240
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Mailing Address: Since we operate entirely online with no physical office, please reach out to us through email or phone.
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We will do our best to address your concerns and provide the information or services you need in an accessible format, in accordance with The Equal Rights for Persons with Disabilities Law, 1998.
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7. Accessibility Coordinator
As required by Israeli law, we have designated an Accessibility Coordinator to ensure compliance with all applicable accessibility standards. For inquiries related to accessibility, you can contact our Accessibility Coordinator at thegardenofculture@gmail.com.
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8. Future Enhancements
As web technology and accessibility standards evolve, we remain committed to updating our practices and website to ensure compliance with both global standards like WCAG 2.1 and Israeli accessibility laws. We will continue to make enhancements and update this policy as necessary to reflect our commitment to accessibility.