Our Commitment
At Haitian Compas Fest, we are committed to ensuring that our website and festival are accessible to everyone, including individuals with disabilities. We believe in providing a positive experience for all our visitors and strive to adhere to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 for our website and to implement best practices for accessibility at our event venue.
Measures to Support Accessibility
We take the following measures to ensure our website is accessible:
- User-Friendly Design: Our website is designed to be navigable and usable by people of all abilities, with consistent and clear navigation menus, headings, and content organization.
- Text Alternatives: We provide text alternatives for non-text content, such as images and videos, ensuring that users with visual impairments can access the information through screen readers.
- Keyboard Navigation: Our website is fully navigable using a keyboard, allowing users who cannot use a mouse to access all content and features.
- Contrast and Readability: We use appropriate color contrast ratios and readable font sizes to make text easily readable for users with visual impairments.
- Forms and Labels: All forms on our website are designed with clear labels and instructions to make them accessible to users with disabilities.
- Continuous Improvement: We regularly review our website for accessibility improvements and stay updated with the latest accessibility standards.
On-Site Accessibility
In addition to our website, we are committed to ensuring that Haitian Compas Fest is accessible to all attendees:
- Accessible Entrances: Our festival venue has accessible entrances and pathways to accommodate individuals with mobility impairments, including those using wheelchairs or other mobility devices.
- Reserved Seating: We offer reserved seating areas close to the stage for individuals with disabilities and their companions, providing an enhanced viewing experience.
- Accessible Restrooms: Accessible restrooms are available throughout the venue, designed to accommodate individuals with disabilities.
- On-Site Assistance: Our staff and volunteers are trained to assist attendees with disabilities. If you require assistance during the event, please do not hesitate to approach any of our team members.
- Parking and Transportation: Designated accessible parking spaces are available close to the venue entrance. We also work with transportation services to ensure accessible options are available for attendees.
Feedback and Assistance
We are continually working to improve the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions on how we can enhance your experience, please reach out to us. Your feedback is valuable in helping us make our website more accessible to everyone.
Contact Information:
Email: [email protected]
Third-Party Content
While we strive to make our website accessible, we may include third-party content or links that are not within our control. We encourage users to review the accessibility policies of third-party websites they visit.
Ongoing Efforts
Accessibility is an ongoing effort, and we are committed to continuous improvement. We regularly review our website and work with accessibility experts to ensure that we meet and exceed accessibility standards.