Accessibility Statement

ForwardWorks is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities.

Last updated: March 2026

Our Commitment

ForwardWorks is committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to everyone, including people with disabilities. We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 and 2.2 at Level AA, the standard recognized internationally for web accessibility.

Measures We Take

ForwardWorks takes the following measures to ensure accessibility of our website:

  • Include accessibility as a requirement for all new content and features
  • Provide sufficient color contrast for all text (minimum 4.5:1 ratio)
  • Ensure all interactive elements are keyboard-accessible with visible focus indicators
  • Use semantic HTML and ARIA landmarks throughout
  • Provide text alternatives for all non-text content
  • Design all forms with proper labels, error messages, and instructions
  • Include skip navigation links on every page
  • Ensure all pages work with screen readers

Technical Specifications

This website is built to be compatible with the following assistive technologies:

  • Screen readers (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver, TalkBack)
  • Keyboard-only navigation
  • Browser zoom up to 200% without loss of content or functionality
  • High contrast mode
  • Reduced motion preferences

Known Limitations

While we strive for full WCAG 2.1/2.2 AA compliance, we recognize that some third-party content or embedded tools may not fully meet these standards. We are actively working to identify and address any gaps.

Feedback and Contact

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

  • Via our contact form
  • We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 2 business days

Formal Complaints

If you are not satisfied with our response, you may contact the relevant accessibility authority in your region. In the United States, you may contact the U.S. Department of Justice Civil Rights Division regarding ADA-related accessibility concerns.