Accessibility Statement
At Amahoro Hub, accessibility is not an afterthought - it is at the core of everything we build. We believe every young person deserves equal access to health information, regardless of ability.
Our Commitment
We are committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people of all abilities. We continually improve the user experience for everyone and apply relevant accessibility standards. Our team includes members with disabilities who help us understand and address real accessibility needs.
Accessibility Features
Visual Accessibility
Features for users with visual impairments
- •High contrast mode for better visibility
- •Scalable text sizes up to 200%
- •Screen reader compatible (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver)
- •Clear, readable fonts throughout
- •Alt text on all images
- •Color-blind friendly design palette
Sign Language Support
Rwandan Sign Language (RSL) integration
- •Video content with sign language interpretation
- •Sign language option in accessibility bar
- •RSL videos for key health topics
- •Visual indicators and animations
- •Gesture-based navigation support
Voice Commands
Hands-free navigation in Kinyarwanda
- •Voice-activated navigation
- •Kinyarwanda language support
- •Common commands for quick access
- •Voice search functionality
- •Text-to-speech for content
Keyboard Navigation
Full functionality without a mouse
- •Complete keyboard navigation
- •Visible focus indicators
- •Skip navigation links
- •Logical tab order
- •Keyboard shortcuts for common actions
Hearing Accessibility
Features for users who are deaf or hard of hearing
- •Visual notifications and alerts
- •Captions on video content
- •Text-based chat support
- •Visual feedback for all interactions
- •No audio-only content
Cognitive Accessibility
Design for users with cognitive differences
- •Clear, simple language
- •Consistent navigation patterns
- •Progress indicators for multi-step processes
- •Error prevention and clear error messages
- •Option to reduce animations
Standards We Follow
WCAG 2.1 Level AA
We aim to meet Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.1 Level AA standards across our platform.
Section 508
Our platform is designed with U.S. accessibility standards in mind for compatibility with assistive technologies.
Continuous Improvement
We regularly audit our platform and incorporate feedback from users with disabilities.
How to Use Accessibility Features
Accessibility Bar
Look for the teal accessibility bar at the top of every page. Here you can toggle high contrast mode, access sign language videos, and activate voice commands.
Keyboard Shortcuts
Use these keyboard shortcuts for quick navigation:
We Want Your Feedback
If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please let us know. Your feedback helps us make Amahoro Hub better for everyone.