OUR SITE IS FOR EVERYONE
At The PCA, we are committed to providing a website that is accessible to the widest possible audience, regardless of technology or ability. We are continually working to improve the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards to ensure our site is usable and inclusive.
Our Approach to Accessibility 💻
We strive to adhere to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at the AA level, which outlines best practices for ensuring digital content is accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. This includes:
- Perceivable Content: Ensuring that all text is readable and understandable, providing text alternatives for non-text content, and making content adaptable to different ways users may perceive it.
- Operable Interface: Ensuring that our site can be navigated using a keyboard, voice control, or other assistive devices, and providing sufficient time for users to read and use content.
- Understandable Information: Ensuring that text is clear and concise, and that our website behaves in a predictable manner to reduce confusion and improve user experience.
- Robust Content: Ensuring that content is compatible with current and future user tools, including assistive technologies
Features and Tools 🖱️⌨️
To support accessibility, our website includes the following features:
Keyboard Navigation
Our website can be fully navigated using a keyboard. Links, buttons, and form elements are all accessible via keyboard shortcuts.
Text Scaling
Users can adjust the text size in their browser to make the content easier to read.
Color Contrast
We have chosen color schemes that provide sufficient contrast between text and background, ensuring readability for users with visual impairments.
Skip Navigation
A “Skip to Content” link is available at the top of each page, allowing users to bypass repetitive navigation links.
We’re Dedicated to Continuous Improvement
We are always looking for ways to enhance the accessibility of our website and welcome any feedback or suggestions. If you encounter any accessibility issues while using our site, please don’t hesitate to contact us here. Your input is invaluable in helping us make The PCA website a more inclusive space whether you are a plater, ex-player, PDM or just a passing visitor.
Browser Accessibility 🧭
We encourage visitors to use the built-in accessibility features of their web browsers to enhance their experience on The PCA website. Here are some ways you can make your browsing experience more accessible:
- Zoom In/Out: Most browsers allow you to zoom in and out to adjust the size of text and images. This can usually be done by pressing
Ctrl(orCmdon Mac) and+to zoom in, andCtrl(orCmdon Mac) and-to zoom out. You can reset to the default size withCtrl(orCmdon Mac) and0. - Text-to-Speech: Many browsers support text-to-speech functionality, either built-in or through extensions. This feature can read the content of the webpage aloud, which is especially useful for users with visual impairments.
- High Contrast Mode: Some browsers offer a high contrast mode, which changes the color scheme to improve readability. This can be particularly helpful for users with visual impairments.
- Screen Readers: Popular screen readers like NVDA, JAWS, and VoiceOver are compatible with our site. These tools convert text to speech or braille, allowing visually impaired users to navigate our content more easily.
- Reader Mode: Many modern browsers have a reader mode that strips away unnecessary styling and presents the content in a simplified format. This can improve focus and reduce distractions, making it easier to read long articles or text-heavy pages.
- Custom Stylesheets: Advanced users can apply custom stylesheets to adjust the appearance of our website to better meet their needs. This can include changes to fonts, colors, and layouts.
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The PCA has been the representative body of past and present first class cricketers in England and Wales, since the organisation was founded in 1967.
