Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment to Accessibility

As a special education teacher with 17 years of experience, Lauren Jewett understands the importance of accessibility firsthand. We are committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. We believe that everyone deserves equal access to information about our campaign and how to get involved in the democratic process.

Accessibility Standards

Our website aims to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities.

We go beyond basic compliance to provide an exceptional experience for all users, including:

• Enhanced keyboard navigation with visible focus indicators
• High contrast color schemes for better readability
• Descriptive alt text for all images
• Proper heading structure for screen readers
• ARIA labels and landmarks for assistive technologies
• Reduced motion options for users with vestibular disorders
• Minimum 44px touch targets for mobile accessibility

Accessibility Features

• Skip Navigation: Skip to main content links for screen reader users
• Keyboard Navigation: All interactive elements are accessible via keyboard
• Screen Reader Support: Semantic HTML and ARIA labels throughout
• Color Contrast: All text meets WCAG AA contrast requirements
• Responsive Design: Works on all devices and screen sizes
• Alternative Formats: Content available in multiple formats upon request

Ongoing Testing & Improvement

We regularly test our website with:

• Screen readers (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver)
• Keyboard-only navigation
• Color contrast analyzers
• Mobile accessibility testing
• User testing with individuals with disabilities

Feedback & Support

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of this website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 48 hours and will work with you to provide the information or functionality you need through an alternative method if necessary.

Technical Specifications

This website relies on the following technologies to work with your browser and assistive technology:

• HTML5 semantic markup
• CSS3 with accessibility enhancements
• JavaScript (with graceful degradation)
• ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes
• Progressive enhancement principles

Known Limitations

While we strive for full accessibility, we acknowledge that some limitations may exist:

• Third-party embedded content (videos, social media) may have varying accessibility levels
• PDF documents are provided with HTML alternatives when possible
• Live events may require additional accommodations - contact us in advance

Statement Date

This accessibility statement was last updated on August 29, 2025. We review and update this statement regularly as we continue to improve our website's accessibility.