Accessibility Statement
Last Updated: 26/06/2025
At the Irish Ethical Celebrant Society (IECS), we are committed to providing a welcoming and accessible digital experience for all users, including people with disabilities. We are continually working to ensure that our website meets modern accessibility standards and supports inclusive access for all.
1. Our Commitment to Accessibility
IECS is dedicated to fostering equality, dignity, and respect across every part of our work—including online. In line with the European Accessibility Act, we aim to make our website accessible to everyone, regardless of ability, through clear design, inclusive language, and accessible technology.
Our goal is to meet or exceed the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA and EN 301 549 V3.2.1—the European standard for digital accessibility.
2. Compliance Status
The IECS website is fully compliant with WCAG 2.1 Level AA and EN 301 549. All essential content and features are accessible using a variety of assistive technologies and input methods.
3. Website Scope and Accessibility Features
Our website, www.iecs.ie, offers information about our mission, values, celebrant membership, training, events, and resources for the public and members alike.
Accessibility features include:
Clear Navigation – Logical structure and consistent page layout
Keyboard Accessibility – Full use of the site without needing a mouse
Alt Text – Descriptive text for meaningful images and graphics
Responsive Design – Optimised for all screen sizes and devices
Plain Language – Easy-to-read text and user-friendly tone
Colour & Contrast – High-contrast interface with minimal colour reliance
Accessible Forms – Clearly labelled fields and helpful error messages
Screen Reader Compatibility – Works with screen readers such as JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver
Media Accessibility – Captions and transcripts provided where required
4. Preparation of this Statement
This statement was prepared on 26/06/2025 through internal accessibility checks and user testing.
It was last reviewed on 26/06/2025.
5. Non-Accessible Content
Currently, there are no known accessibility issues on our website. Should any issues arise, we are committed to addressing them quickly and offering alternative formats when needed.
6. Ongoing Accessibility Improvements
IECS is committed to:
Conducting regular accessibility audits
Training staff and volunteers on inclusive digital practices
Ensuring new content and site updates are accessibility-compliant
Staying up-to-date with legislation and digital best practices
Actively welcoming user feedback to support continuous improvement
7. Feedback and Contact
We value your feedback. If you experience any accessibility issues or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us.
We aim to respond to all accessibility-related queries within 5-7 working days.
8. Enforcement Procedure
If you are not satisfied with our response, you may contact the National Disability Authority (NDA), Ireland’s designated enforcement body for digital accessibility:
🌐 https://nda.ie
