Accessibility Statement

Effective Date: June 18, 2025

Groundwork Mobile County is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people of all abilities. We strive to provide a welcoming and inclusive online experience for every visitor, including those using assistive technologies or with specific accessibility needs.

We believe accessibility is essential to fulfilling our mission of environmental justice and community development for all.

Our Commitment
Groundwork Mobile County is actively working to improve the accessibility and usability of our website by adhering to recognized standards and best practices. We aim to meet or exceed the requirements of:

Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA

Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) digital compliance standards

Accessibility Features
We aim to ensure that the following features are consistently supported across our website:

Text alternatives for non-text content (images, icons, etc.)

Keyboard navigation for all interactive elements

High contrast between text and background colors

Clear, consistent page structure using semantic HTML

Logical tab order and focus indicators

Compatibility with screen readers and browser zoom features

Descriptive links and button labels

Ongoing Improvements
We recognize that digital accessibility is an ongoing journey. We are continuously assessing and improving our website’s performance and usability through:

Regular accessibility audits

Staff training on accessible content design

User feedback and testing with people who use assistive technologies

Updates to tools and templates to stay aligned with evolving standards

Third-Party Content
Some content or functionality on our website may be provided by third-party vendors (e.g., donation platforms, maps, videos). While we encourage our partners to follow accessibility best practices, we cannot guarantee full accessibility for third-party platforms outside our control.

Need Assistance?
If you experience difficulty accessing any part of our website or need an accommodation to complete a form, attend an event, or participate in a program, we are here to help.

Please contact us and include the following information (if applicable):

The specific page or content you were trying to access

The nature of the issue

Your preferred method of contact

We will respond within 2–3 business days and work to provide the information or assistance you need.

Contact Information
Groundwork Mobile County
P.O. Box 10322
Prichard, AL 36610
📧 Email: info@groundworkmobilecounty.org