SCL UP

Accessibility Statement

Last updated: October 24, 2025

Our Commitment to Accessibility

SCL UP is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all users, including people with disabilities. We strive to make our website usable by everyone, regardless of their abilities or the technology they use.

We continuously work to improve the accessibility of our website and services in accordance with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards.

Accessibility Features

Our website includes the following accessibility features:

Visual & Screen Reader Support

  • Semantic HTML structure for proper document outline
  • ARIA labels and landmarks for screen reader navigation
  • Alt text for all meaningful images
  • Descriptive link text (not "click here")
  • Proper heading hierarchy (H1-H6)

Color & Contrast

  • Minimum 4.5:1 contrast ratio for text and backgrounds
  • Color is not used as the only means of conveying information
  • Support for system-level dark mode preferences
  • High contrast mode support

Navigation & Keyboard Access

  • Full keyboard navigation support
  • Visible focus indicators on all interactive elements
  • Logical tab order through page content
  • Skip navigation links to bypass repetitive content
  • No keyboard traps

Responsive & Adaptable

  • Fully responsive design that works on all device sizes
  • Text resizable up to 200% without loss of functionality
  • Support for browser zoom
  • Mobile-friendly touch targets (minimum 44x44 pixels)

Forms & Input

  • Associated labels for all form fields
  • Clear error messages and guidance
  • Input validation that doesn't rely on color alone
  • Consistent form behavior across the site

Multimedia

  • Captions for video content (where applicable)
  • Transcripts for audio content
  • Audio descriptions for video (where applicable)

Browser & Assistive Technology Support

Our website is tested and compatible with:

  • Screen Readers: NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver, TalkBack
  • Voice Control: Dragon NaturallySpeaking, Windows Speech Recognition
  • Magnification Software: ZoomText, Windows Magnifier
  • Browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge (latest versions)
  • Devices: Desktop, tablet, and mobile phones

WCAG 2.1 Compliance

We aim to comply with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards published by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C). These guidelines provide specific technical recommendations for making web content more accessible.

WCAG Principles:

  • Perceivable: Content must be perceivable to users, not invisible to all their senses.
  • Operable: Components and navigation must be operable via keyboard and other input methods.
  • Understandable: Content and operation must be understandable to users.
  • Robust: Content must be robust enough to work with current and future assistive technologies.

Accessibility Limitations & Workarounds

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

  • External Content: Third-party embedded content (YouTube, PDFs) may have accessibility limitations beyond our control.
  • Legacy Content: Some older content may not fully meet current accessibility standards.
  • User-Generated Content: Content submitted by users may not meet accessibility guidelines.

If you encounter accessibility barriers, please contact us, and we will work to provide alternative solutions.

Accessibility Testing

We conduct regular accessibility testing using:

  • Automated testing tools (Axe, WAVE, Lighthouse)
  • Manual testing with accessibility experts
  • Screen reader testing (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver)
  • Keyboard-only navigation testing
  • User testing with people with disabilities

Accessibility Improvements

We are continuously working to improve website accessibility. Recent improvements include:

  • Enhanced color contrast ratios across all content
  • Improved form labels and error messaging
  • Added skip navigation links
  • Optimized heading hierarchy
  • Enhanced focus indicators

Keyboard Navigation Guide

You can navigate our website using keyboard shortcuts:

  • Tab: Move forward through interactive elements
  • Shift + Tab: Move backward through interactive elements
  • Enter: Activate buttons and links
  • Space: Toggle checkboxes and activate buttons
  • Arrow Keys: Navigate within menus and carousels
  • Escape: Close modals and menus

Accessibility Resources

For more information about web accessibility, please visit:

Report Accessibility Issues

If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvements, please let us know. We welcome your feedback and will work promptly to address any issues.

Contact Information:

Email: info@sclup.be

Please include:

  • The specific page URL
  • The accessibility issue encountered
  • Your browser and assistive technology (if applicable)
  • Steps to reproduce the issue

Accessibility Complaints

If you are not satisfied with our response to an accessibility complaint, you may also contact the appropriate regulatory body in your country, such as:

  • EU: Your national data protection authority or accessibility board
  • US: The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or your state disability rights office

Policy Updates

This Accessibility Statement is subject to change as we continue to improve our website and keep pace with new accessibility standards. We will update this statement whenever significant accessibility improvements are made.