Accessibility Statement

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Effective Date: January 1, 2025

Our Commitment to Accessibility

The Nelson Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses, Nelson, British Columbia is committed to ensuring that our website and our physical meeting spaces are accessible to people of all abilities. We believe that everyone should be able to access information about God's Word the Bible, regardless of disability or impairment.

Web Accessibility Standards

We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards. Our efforts include:

  • Semantic HTML: Using proper HTML5 elements (headings, landmarks, navigation, forms) to ensure screen readers can accurately interpret content.
  • Keyboard Navigation: All interactive elements can be accessed and operated using a keyboard alone.
  • Color Contrast: Maintaining sufficient color contrast ratios between text and background colors for readability.
  • Alternative Text: Providing descriptive alt text for all meaningful images on the website.
  • Form Accessibility: Labeling all form fields with descriptive labels and providing clear error messages.
  • Responsive Design: Ensuring the website works across all devices and screen sizes, including mobile phones and tablets.
  • Readable Fonts: Using legible typefaces at appropriate sizes with sufficient line spacing for comfortable reading.

Physical Accessibility

Our Kingdom Hall at 2121 Falls Road, Nelson, BC V1L 1K5 includes:

  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance and restrooms
  • Designated seating areas for those with mobility needs
  • Hearing-assistance equipment available upon request
  • A clean, well-lit environment free of unnecessary barriers

Multilingual Resources

Jehovah's Witnesses publish Bible-based literature in over 1,000 languages, including many sign languages. Materials in Braille and large print may also be available upon request.

Continuous Improvement

We are committed to continuously improving the accessibility of our website and our facilities. We regularly review our web content and physical accommodations to identify and remove barriers.

Feedback & Contact

If you experience any difficulty accessing our website or our Kingdom Hall, or if you have suggestions for improving accessibility, please contact us:

Nelson Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses, Nelson, British Columbia
Phone: (250) 352-7639
Email: JehovahsWitnessesNelsonBC@hotmail.com

We welcome your feedback and will do our best to respond within 2 business days.