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Accessibility Statement

Last Updated: March 6, 2026

The STO Foundation (“Foundation,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to ensuring that our website, sto.foundation, is accessible and usable for all individuals, including people with disabilities.

We aim to provide an inclusive digital experience that aligns with recognized accessibility standards, including the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA.

Accessibility is an ongoing priority for the Foundation, and we are continually working to improve the user experience for everyone.

1. Our Commitment to Accessibility

We strive to make our website accessible by:

  • Following WCAG 2.1 AA guidelines
  • Ensuring compatibility with assistive technologies
  • Using semantic HTML and ARIA attributes where appropriate
  • Maintaining sufficient contrast ratios
  • Supporting keyboard and screen-reader navigation
  • Avoiding flashing or seizure-triggering content
  • Providing clear and consistent layouts
  • Testing accessibility on an ongoing basis

Accessibility is integrated into our design, development, and content publishing processes.

2. Measures We Take to Support Accessibility

The Foundation implements the following measures:

a. Accessibility Governance

  • Incorporating accessibility requirements into internal policies
  • Including accessibility considerations in web design and content creation
  • Training staff on accessibility best practices

b. Technical Measures

  • Use of accessible HTML and CSS structures
  • Labels and alt-text for images when appropriate
  • Keyboard navigation support
  • Logical heading structures
  • ARIA landmarks and roles
  • Responsive, mobile-friendly layouts

c. Continuous Testing

We regularly test the website using:

  • Automated accessibility scanning tools
  • Manual assessments
  • Screen reader evaluations (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver)
  • Browser accessibility settings

3. Areas of the Site We Are Improving

While we strive for full accessibility, certain areas may require ongoing improvements, such as:

  • Third-party plugins or embedded content
  • Complex diagrams or PDF documents
  • Interactive tools or calculators

We work with our partners and vendors to address accessibility concerns and provide alternatives when possible.

4. Feedback and Accessibility Support

We welcome feedback on the accessibility of our website.
If you encounter barriers or have difficulty accessing any content, please let us know:

Accessibility Contact:
📧 accessibility@sto.foundation
📧 support@sto.foundation

Please include:

  • The URL of the page you experienced difficulty with
  • A description of the issue
  • The browser and assistive technology used (if applicable)

We will respond within 2–3 business days and work to address your concerns promptly.

5. Compatibility with Browsers and Assistive Technology

Our website is designed to be compatible with:

  • Current versions of major browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)
  • Screen readers such as NVDA, JAWS, and VoiceOver
  • Operating system accessibility tools
  • Keyboard-only navigation

Some older browsers or unsupported tools may not display content optimally.

6. Third-Party Services

Some features on the Site rely on third-party services (e.g., embedded videos, event tools, analytics providers).

While we strive to ensure accessibility for all integrated tools, we cannot control third-party accessibility compliance.

Where possible, we provide alternatives or encourage third-party providers to improve accessibility.

7. Standards Compliance Status

The STO Foundation is actively working toward WCAG 2.1 Level AA compliance across all pages.

Because accessibility is an ongoing process, the website is considered Partially Conformant pending full audit and continuous improvement.

8. Ongoing Improvements

Accessibility is not a one-time effort.

We are committed to:

  • Conducting regular audits
  • Updating content and structure to improve accessibility
  • Implementing user feedback
  • Training staff and partners on inclusive best practices

We strive to make accessibility a core part of our digital presence.

9. Contact Information

For questions about this Accessibility Statement or the Foundation’s accessibility efforts, please contact:

STO Foundation Accessibility Team
📧 info@sto.foundation