Noir Culture is committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to everyone, including people with disabilities. We strive to provide an inclusive and user-friendly experience for all visitors, regardless of their abilities.
Accessibility Statement
This statement was last updated on June 18th, 2025.
We at Noir Culture are dedicated to making our site Noirculture.org accessible to people with disabilities.
At Noir Culture, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all students, mentors, and community members can participate fully and comfortably. We strive to ensure our programs, website, and in-person events are accessible to people of all abilities.
Our Commitment
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We aim to provide equal access to our educational resources, mentorship programs, and events regardless of physical, sensory, or cognitive abilities.
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Our website is designed to follow accessibility best practices to help users with disabilities navigate and engage with our content.
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We provide accommodations for in-person sessions to support participants with diverse needs.
Accessibility Measures We Have Implemented
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Some of the measures we have taken include:
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Conducting regular accessibility audits and using automated tools to identify and address potential issues
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Providing text alternatives for non-text content such as images and multimedia
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Ensuring a logical and consistent structure throughout the site for easy navigation
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Using high contrast and accessible color combinations
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Avoiding the use of content that causes seizures or physical reactions
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Ensuring compatibility with screen readers and other assistive technologies
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Training our team to create and maintain accessible content
Statement on Continuous Improvement
Acknowledge that accessibility is an ongoing effort and that you’re committed to making ongoing improvements based on feedback and technology changes.
Compliance Reference
If applicable, mention any standards you aim to meet (like WCAG 2.1 AA), or relevant laws (ADA, Section 508, Massachusetts state accessibility laws).
Feedback Process
Clarify how users can provide feedback specifically about accessibility issues (e.g., “Please let us know if you encounter barriers and we’ll do our best to resolve them promptly.”)
Estimated Response Time
Give a rough timeline for responding to accessibility requests, e.g., “We aim to respond within 3 business days.”
Alternate Contact Methods
Include alternative ways to get in touch if email or phone isn’t accessible for someone (e.g., text, relay service, or contact via social media).
Need Assistance?
If you experience any difficulty accessing our website, programs, or events, or if you require accommodations, please contact us at:
Noir Culture
We are dedicated to responding promptly and working with you to meet your accessibility needs.