Images

  • Alt text is included for every image. Alt text must describe essential content, meaning, and context.
  • No essential text is only inside an image. If text appears in the image, the same text is included in the caption or alt text.
  • Image contrast meets WCAG 2.1 requirements:
    • Normal text requires 4.5:1 contrast ratio.
    • Large text (18pt+ or 14pt bold) requires 3:1 contrast ratio.
  • Images are not overly busy and do not rely on color alone to convey meaning. (WCAG 1.4.1 Use of Color)

Text Content

  • Language is clear, simple, and understandable. (WCAG 3.1.5 Reading Level)
  • Acronyms or specialized terms are spelled out at first use.
  • Post structure avoids long paragraphs and uses logical sequencing.
  • No flashing content above three flashes per second. (WCAG 2.3.1 Seizure and Physical Reactions)

Color and Visual Presentation

  • Color is not used as the only method to convey meaning or instructions.
  • Text has sufficient contrast against its background in graphics, banners, overlays, and story posts.
  • Avoid gradients or busy backgrounds behind text.

Keyboard and focus

  • Every interactive control is reachable with keyboard only (Tab/Shift+Tab/Enter/Space/Escape where appropriate).
  • Focus order follows the visual/logical order.
  • Focus indicator is always visible and meets contrast requirements.
  • No use of tabindex values greater than 0 (avoid custom tab order).
  • Link text clearly states the destination or purpose (“Register here for the webinar,” not “Click here.”)
  • Linked documents, PDFs, or websites meet accessibility requirements or include an accessible alternative.

General Compliance

  • Content meets WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards.
  • Post does not disadvantage users relying on screen readers, zoom, captions, transcripts, or keyboard navigation.
  • Department contact information for accessibility requests is available.
  • Content is reviewed for accessibility before posting and corrected if needed.