We are committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all users, including people with disabilities. We strive to make our website, journals and publishing platform inclusive, user-friendly and compliant with recognised accessibility standards.

1. Our Commitment

We aim to provide a barrier-free experience for all users by:

• Designing our website and content to meet or exceed the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA
• Ensuring compatibility with assistive technologies such as screen readers, voice recognition software and keyboard-only navigation
• Offering alternative formats for published content upon request
• Continuously improving accessibility through audits, feedback and inclusive design practices

2. Accessibility Features

Our platform includes the following features to support accessibility:

• Clear and consistent navigation
• Adjustable text size and high-contrast options
• Alt text for images and descriptive links
• Semantic HTML structure for screen reader compatibility
• Keyboard navigability for all interactive elements
• PDF downloads that are screen-reader friendly (where possible)

3. Third-Party Content

While we strive to ensure accessibility across all content, some third-party materials (e.g., embedded videos, external documents or legacy PDFs) may not fully meet accessibility standards. We are working to improve or replace such content where feasible.

4. Requesting Accessible Formats

If you encounter a document or article that is not accessible, we will provide an alternative format upon request. Please contact us with the following information:

• Title and URL of the content
• Preferred format (e.g., accessible PDF, HTML, audio)
• Your contact details

5. Feedback and Support

We welcome feedback on the accessibility of our platform. If you experience any difficulty accessing content or navigating the site, please let us know. We are committed to resolving issues promptly and respectfully.

Email: info@africaopl.org

6. Ongoing Improvements

Accessibility is an ongoing process. We regularly:

• Conduct internal accessibility audits
• Train our editorial and technical teams on inclusive practices
• Collaborate with users and accessibility experts to identify and address barriers
• Update our platform and content to reflect evolving standards and technologies