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Accessibility Statement

This statement was last updated on 05/26


This statement applies to the digital presence of the Monterey Bay Area Climate Justice Collaborative (MBACJC).

Our Commitment to Inclusion

At the MBACJC, we recognize that climate justice and disability justice are deeply intertwined. For our frontline communities to be truly resilient, information regarding climate safety, funding, and resources must be accessible to everyone—regardless of ability, technology, or language.

We are committed to ensuring that our website is functional and inclusive, aiming to meet the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards.

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Key Accessibility Features

To provide a seamless experience for all community members, we have integrated the following features into our site:

  • Bilingual Accessibility: We prioritize full Spanish-language parity. This ensures that speakers of our region’s primary languages can access critical climate data and funding resources with equal ease.

  • Screen Reader Compatibility: Our site structure uses semantic HTML and ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes to ensure that screen reader users can navigate through menus, forms, and project descriptions effectively.

  • Keyboard Navigation: All interactive elements, including our community maps and resource hubs, are designed to be fully operable via keyboard without the use of a mouse.

  • Visual Clarity: We utilize a high-contrast color palette inspired by our local ecosystem, ensuring that text is legible against backgrounds. We avoid using color as the sole indicator of information.

  • Responsive Design: The site is optimized for various devices, including mobile phones and tablets, which are often the primary tools for residents in our Communities of Focus.

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Continuous Improvement

Digital accessibility is an ongoing journey. As we expand our "Communications Ecosystem" and add new resources, we conduct regular audits to identify and fix potential barriers. We view our website not just as a marketing tool, but as a functional piece of infrastructure for regional equity.

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