TheMSDC’s Accessibility Statement

 

Commitment to accessibility

We are committed to making our website accessible to as many people as possible, including those with disabilities. We aim to follow relevant accessibility standards and best practices to provide an inclusive online experience.

Standards and scope

This statement applies to all content and functionality on this website, including web pages, downloadable files, and interactive features. Where possible, we follow the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA.

Measures taken

  • Ongoing accessibility testing with automated tools and manual checks.
  • Use of semantic HTML, proper heading structure, and ARIA attributes where needed.
  • Keyboard navigability across primary site functionality.
  • Sufficient color contrast for text and UI elements.
  • Descriptive alt text for meaningful images and captions for multimedia when provided.
  • Responsive design to support a range of devices and screen sizes.
  • Regular training for content creators on accessible authoring practices.
  • Known limitations

Despite our efforts, some content may not yet fully conform to WCAG 2.1 Level AA. 

Examples may include:

  • Third-party widgets or embedded content that do not meet our accessibility standards;
  • Older documents or PDFs that have not been fully remediated for accessibility.

We prioritize fixing issues based on severity and user impact and will update remediations as resources allow.

Feedback and assistance

If you encounter accessibility barriers or need content in an alternative format (e.g., accessible PDF, large print, plain text, audio), please contact us and we will provide assistance or an alternative format in a timely manner.

Contact method:

Email: SUBJECT LINE accessibility/themsdc@icloud.com

Phone: +1 (256) 831-5730

Please include the web page address, a description of the issue, and your preferred format for receiving the content.

Enforcement procedure

We take accessibility complaints seriously. Upon receipt, we will acknowledge your feedback within 3 business days and aim to resolve issues or provide an alternative within a reasonable timeframe, typically 10 business days depending on complexity.

Technical specifications

This website is built using modern web technologies (HTML5, CSS3, ARIA). Testing tools used include automated accessibility scanners and manual usability testing with assistive technologies such as screen readers and keyboard-only navigation.

Compatibility

This site is designed to be compatible with current versions of major web browsers and assistive technologies. If you experience issues with a specific browser or assistive technology, please report them using the contact details above.

Updates to this statement

This accessibility statement was last updated on March 28, 2026. We review and update this statement periodically to reflect improvements and changes to the site.

Third-party content

Some parts of the site may include content or services provided by third parties. While we require vendors to meet accessibility standards where possible, we cannot guarantee the accessibility of third-party content. If you find accessibility issues in third-party components, please report them using the contact details above.

Legal rights

This statement is intended to describe our efforts to make the site accessible. It does not alter any legal rights you may have under applicable accessibility laws.