{"id":2529,"date":"2025-09-17T15:19:51","date_gmt":"2025-09-17T13:19:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/catforumroma.it\/?page_id=2529"},"modified":"2025-09-17T15:24:19","modified_gmt":"2025-09-17T13:24:19","slug":"accessibility-statement","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/catforumroma.it\/it\/accessibility-statement\/","title":{"rendered":"Accessibility Statement"},"content":{"rendered":"

We firmly believe that the Internet should be available and accessible to everyone, and we are committed to providing a website that is accessible to the widest possible audience, regardless of circumstances and abilities.<\/p>\n

To achieve this goal, we strive to adhere as closely as possible to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1<\/strong> of the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C)<\/strong> at Level AA.
\nThese guidelines explain how to make web content accessible to people with a wide range of disabilities. Compliance with these guidelines helps us ensure that the site is accessible to all: (e.g., people with motor impairments, vision difficulties, cognitive disabilities)<\/p>\n

This website uses various technologies designed to make it as accessible as possible at all times.
\nWe use an accessibility interface that allows people with specific disabilities to adjust the user interface and the site\u2019s design according to their needs.<\/p>\n

In addition, the site uses a widget that corrects the site\u2019s HTML code in real time, adapting its functionality and behavior for screen readers used by blind users and for keyboard functions used by people with motor disabilities.<\/p>\n

If you experience any issues or have suggestions for improvements, please email us at: rome@nd.edu<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Screen Reader and Keyboard Navigation<\/strong><\/p>\n

Our website implements ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications)<\/strong> attributes, together with several behavioral adjustments, to ensure that blind users visiting the site with a screen reader can read, understand, and benefit from the site\u2019s functions.<\/p>\n

As soon as a screen reader user enters the site, they receive a prompt to enter the screen reader profile, allowing them to navigate and interact effectively . Below is an overview of how our site addresses key screen reader requirements:<\/p>\n

Screen Reader Optimization<\/p>\n

We run a background process that analyzes all site components to ensure ongoing compliance, even after updates. This process provides meaningful data to screen readers through the use of ARIA attributes: for example, accurate form labels, descriptions for active icons (social media, search, cart, etc.), validation guidance for form fields, and role definitions for elements such as buttons, menus, modal windows (popups).<\/p>\n

The background process also scans all site images and provides accurate and meaningful descriptions based on object recognition, presented as alternative text (ALT) for images lacking description. Texts within images are also extracted using OCR (optical character recognition)<\/strong> technology.<\/p>\n

To activate the screen reader functions at any time, simply press Alt+1. <\/strong>In addition, screen reader users automatically receive a prompt to enable the relevant mode as soon as they enter the site.<\/p>\n

These measures are compatible with all major screen readers, including JAWS<\/strong> and NVDA<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The background process also adapts the site\u2019s HTML code and adds various behaviors via JavaScript to make it fully accessible\u00a0 by keyboard . This includes navigation using the Tab<\/strong> and Shift+Tab<\/strong> keys, dropdown menu navigation with arrow keys, closing popups with Esc<\/strong>, activating buttons and links with Enter<\/strong>, and navigating between radio buttons and checkboxes with arrow keys, with selection via Space bar or Enter<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Quick navigation and skip-to-content menus are also available, activated at any time with Alt+1<\/strong>, or displayed as the first elements of the site during keyboard navigation.<\/p>\n

The process also manages popup windows, immediately shifting focus to the popup and preventing the focus from exiting it.<\/p>\n

By activating keyboard navigation through the dedicated widget, users can also use shortcuts such as \u201cM\u201d<\/strong> (menus), \u201cH\u201d<\/strong> (headings), \u201cF\u201d<\/strong> (forms), \u201cB\u201d<\/strong> (buttons), and \u201cG\u201d<\/strong> (graphics) to quickly jump to specific elements.<\/p>\n

Disability Profiles Supported on Our Website<\/strong><\/p>\n