Nashville Disability Network

Our Disabled Lives

Our commitment to accessibility is at the core of this project.

Accessibility Statement

The Nashville Disability Network is built by disabled creators, and accessibility is a foundational part of our work. We aim to make this site usable, readable, and navigable for as many people as possible, including those using assistive technologies.

Our Accessibility Goals

We strive to meet or exceed:

  • WCAG 2.1 AA guidelines
  • High contrast, readable typography
  • Keyboard friendly navigation
  • Screen reader friendly structure
  • Clear headings and semantic HTML
  • Descriptive link text

What We Are Doing

  • Using semantic HTML for structure
  • Providing skip links for keyboard users
  • Ensuring high contrast color choices
  • Testing pages with screen readers
  • Keeping layouts simple and predictable
  • Writing alt text for images when added