Accessibility Statement
The Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council is firmly committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities, strictly adhering to Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 Level AA and Level AAA success criteria.
Our Commitment to Accessibility
As an organization created by and for individuals with disabilities, digital accessibility is not an afterthought—it is fundamental to our mission. This website has been engineered from the ground up using semantic HTML5, rigorous ARIA landmark patterns, enhanced color contrast ratios (exceeding 7:1 for enhanced AAA contrast), and interactive focus management.
Universal Keyboard Operability
All interactive elements are fully navigable and operable via Tab, Shift+Tab, Enter, Space, and Escape keys.
Focus Isolation & Traps
All modal dialogs trap keyboard focus and return focus to triggering buttons upon dismissal.
High Contrast Modes
Persistent accessibility toolbar offering Default, Light Contrast, Dark Contrast, and Yellow-on-Black modes.
Dyslexia Font & Text Scaling
Adjustable text scaling from 100% to 150% and optional OpenDyslexic font mode.
Assistive Technology Compatibility
marylandsilc.org is tested against modern web browsers and assistive technologies, including:
- Screen Readers: NVDA (Windows), JAWS (Windows), VoiceOver (macOS / iOS), and TalkBack (Android).
- Keyboard Navigation: Standard keyboard, switches, and sip-and-puff assistive input devices.
- Screen Magnification: ZoomText, Windows Magnifier, and browser zoom up to 400% without loss of content.
- Speech Recognition: Dragon NaturallySpeaking and OS voice control.
Accessibility Feedback & Assistance
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of marylandsilc.org. If you encounter accessibility barriers, require documents in an alternative format (e.g. Braille, Large Print, Plain Text), or need assistance: