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Accessibility Statement

RE/CLAIMED

Last Updated: November 26, 2025

What web accessibility is

RE/CLAIMED Magazine ("we," "our," or "the Website") is committed to ensuring that our digital space is accessible and inclusive for all visitors, including individuals with disabilities. We believe that every person should have equal access to the stories, resources, and content we share.

We continuously work to improve the user experience for everyone and apply the relevant accessibility standards where feasible.

Our Commiitment

We are committed to making RE/CLAIMED Magazine accessible in accordance with: 

  • The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

  • Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act

  • Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1. Level AA

While we are not legally required to meet each standards, we strive to follow these principles as best practices for accessibility and equity.

Accessibility Features on Our Website

To support accessibility, our Website includes:

  • Text alternatives (alt text) for images

  • Resizable text and zoom compatibility

  • Screen-reader friendly structure

  • High-contrast text where appropriate

  • Keyboard navigable menus and pages

  • Logical heading structure for assistive devices

  • Clear labels on forms

  • Responsive design for mobile and desktop devices

 

We also regularly review our website content to ensure it remains accessible.

Ongoing Improvements

Accessibility is an ongoing effort. We continuously work to:

  • Update older content to meet accessibility standards

  • Add image descriptions where missing

  • Improve color contrast and readability

  • Test pages using accessibility tools

  • Train contributors on accessible content practices (e.g., alt text, captioning)

If you encounter an accessibility issue, please let us know so we can address it as quickly as possible.

Alternative Access to Content

If you experience difficulty accessing any content on the Website, you may request:

  • A plain text version

  • An accessible PDF

  • Audio format if (available)

  • Direct email delivery of the content

 

We will make reasonable efforts to provide the requested format promptly.

Third-Party Content

While we strive to ensure accessibility across our website, some content, such as embedded videos, links, or user submissions, may originate from third-party platforms. We cannot control the accessibility of these external services, but we encourage providers to offer accessible alternatives.

Updates to This Statement

We  may update this Accessibility Statement to reflect changes in our practices or improvements to our website. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. 

Contact Us

We welcome your feedback. If you encounter accessibility barriers while using RE/CLAIMED Magazine, don't hesitate to get in touch with us:

submission@reclaimedmagazine.com. We typically respond within 3-5 business days.

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