An Accessibility
Statement
"A disability is a characteristic — it does not define a person's full potential."
It's my goal to create the best possible user experience for every visitor. Not all visitors are the same, and some have unique needs that are often overlooked in website design. When these needs are ignored, people are placed at a disadvantage — and I believe that is unacceptable.
I recognize that some visitors use assistive technology to access online resources, while others may face different challenges. Making this site more accessible through inclusive design practices is not a one-time task — it's an ongoing mission.
A2Symmetry — Access to Symmetry
Symmetry means balance. A2Symmetry is my accessibility advocacy venture — created to advance inclusive design beyond this site and into the broader web. Because the user who wasn't in the room deserves to get in.
Visit A2Symmetry →Every visitor.
Every need.
A2Symmetry — accessible design in practiceVisual Impairment
Some visitors use devices like screen readers to comprehend the contents on websites. Without these tools, it would be impossible for a blind person to comprehend what's on the page. Adding descriptions — alt text — to images is basic. Sadly, many web designers skip this task.
My friend Heather, who is sight impaired, has made me more aware of these issues. Her experience shaped how I think about every image I place on a page.
Color Blindness
Color blindness is an issue that must be addressed when designing websites. It changed my approach to web design entirely. I use contrast checkers to finalize every color choice before it goes into production, then add those validated values to the style guide.
Contrast matters for everyone — not just users with color vision deficiencies. It is a fundamental quality of good design.
Cognitive Awareness
Cognitive disabilities span a broad range of categories. I focus on what I can do today to meaningfully enhance users' experiences. One example: Google's invisible reCAPTCHA works in the background so users don't have to take a test to prove they aren't bots. People with cognitive disabilities may find traditional CAPTCHAs genuinely challenging.
Invisible bot checkers are game changers. They improve the experience for everyone — not just users with cognitive disabilities. That's what good accessibility looks like: it raises the floor for all users.
Mobility Issues
Visitors with mobility and dexterity disabilities use a wide variety of assistive technologies online. Designing for them means avoiding barriers that are easy to overlook: impossible navigation menus, excessive text on a page, inaccessible forms, and touch targets that are too small.
Every navigation decision on this site is made with keyboard and switch-access users in mind.
Web Content Accessibility Guidelines
My aim is to stay current with the latest guidelines from the W3C — the organization that sets the standard for web accessibility worldwide. WCAG 2.1 Level AA is my benchmark. I review updates to these guidelines regularly and apply them as the site evolves.
I also use browser-based accessibility audit extensions, color contrast analyzers, and accessible site checker software as part of my ongoing review process.
Evaluated.
Documented.
It's essential for me to lead by example. This site has undergone a formal accessibility compliance audit evaluating WCAG 2.1 Level AA conformance across three key areas: screen reader enhancements, keyboard navigation improvements, and UI, design, and readability enhancements.
This site is actively being rebuilt to meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards. A new formal audit is planned as the rebuild progresses. I believe in showing the work — not just claiming compliance. When the updated audit is complete, documentation will be published here.
Found a barrier?
Tell me.
If you experience any difficulty accessing content on this site, I want to know. Feedback from real users is the most valuable accessibility tool I have.
Reach out directly and I will respond as promptly as possible:
cara@uxdesignwarrior.com