Accessibility Statement
Our Commitment to Accessibility
RichardMarcus.org is committed to making our website accessible to all users, including people with disabilities. We believe everyone should be able to access information about our executive coaching services in a barrier-free way. To achieve this, we strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at the Level AA standard. These guidelines inform our design and development decisions, covering principles of making web content Perceivable, Operable, Understandable, and Robust for users with a variety of abilities. Our goal is to ensure that our Site’s content is usable with assistive technologies and that all visitors can interact with the Site’s features effectively.
We are continuously working to improve the accessibility of our website. Accessibility is an ongoing effort – as web technology and standards evolve, we are committed to updating our site to maintain compliance and address new challenges. We have recently reviewed our website’s key pages and features for accessibility and will conduct periodic audits going forward.
Measures Taken
To provide an accessible user experience, we have implemented or are in the process of implementing the following measures on RichardMarcus.org:
- Semantic Structure: We use proper headings, lists, labels, and other HTML semantic elements so that the content is well-structured and can be understood by screen readers and other assistive devices.
- Text Equivalents: All meaningful images and graphics on our Site include alternative text descriptions (alt tags) that convey the purpose or content of the image. This way, users who cannot see images can still understand the information or function presented by the image. Similarly, we ensure that any multimedia content (such as videos) has captions or transcripts available if we publish such content.
- Keyboard Navigation: Our Site is designed to be navigable by keyboard alone for those who cannot use a mouse or touchpad. You can move through interactive elements like links, buttons, and form fields using the Tab key and activate them with the Enter or Spacebar keys. We avoid keyboard traps and ensure that focus indicators are visible, so you know which element is active on the page.
- Contrast and Design: We have chosen color schemes, text sizes, and fonts with accessibility in mind. We aim to maintain a sufficient color contrast ratio between text and background (generally meeting or exceeding WCAG 2.1 AA contrast requirements) to ensure that content is readable for users with visual impairments, including those with low vision or color blindness. We also use legible fonts and a clean layout to improve readability.
- Responsive and Zoom-Friendly: Our Site is responsive to different devices and screen sizes, which also benefits accessibility. Users should be able to zoom in on the text up to 200% or more (using browser zoom features) without losing functionality or readability of the content. The layout is designed to reflow as needed for smaller screens or larger text.
- Forms and Controls: All form fields on the Site (such as our contact form or booking form) have clearly associated labels. We provide instructions or cues for any required input. If an error occurs (for example, a required field is left blank), the form will provide a clear error message explaining what needs to be corrected.
- Assistive Technology Testing: We have tested key pages of our Site using tools and browsers with assistive features (including screen reader software and keyboard-only navigation) to identify and fix any accessibility issues. While we may not catch everything, this testing is part of our ongoing process to improve.
- Training and Awareness: Accessibility is a priority in our content creation and web development process. We stay informed about best practices for accessibility and periodically review any new content or features to ensure they meet our standards.
We recognize that accessibility is an ongoing journey. As such, we will continue to monitor our website and user feedback to address any issues. There may be some areas of the website that are not fully accessible yet, such as third-party content or older documents. If we identify a part of our site that doesn’t meet accessibility standards, we will make good-faith efforts to correct the issue or provide an alternative solution.
Feedback and Assistance
Despite our best efforts, some users may encounter challenges accessing certain parts of our website. If you experience any difficulty using RichardMarcus.org, or if you have suggestions on how we can improve accessibility, we welcome your feedback. Please contact us through one of the following methods:
- Email: richard@richardmarcus.org – Please use the subject line “Accessibility Feedback” and let us know the nature of the problem, the page URL or feature you were using, and any assistive technology you might be using (if applicable). We will review your feedback promptly and respond with an acknowledgment within 1-2 business days. We will strive to provide a solution or workaround if possible, and we will take your feedback into account as we update our site.
- Phone: (267) 626-4636 – If you prefer to speak with us, you may call during normal business hours (Eastern Time). If you require assistance with using the website, we will do our best to help guide you or provide the information you need in an accessible format.
- Mail: Richard Marcus, Ph.D. – Accessibility Feedback, Ardmore, PA 19003, USA. You can send us a letter detailing any issues. Please include contact information if you would like a reply. Note that postal mail feedback may have a slower response time; for faster assistance, we recommend email or phone.
We take accessibility feedback seriously and will do our utmost to address your concerns. In many cases, we can provide information in an alternate format (such as a PDF or a verbal explanation) or remediate the issue in a timely manner. Our goal is to ensure everyone can access our coaching services and information without barriers.
Ongoing Efforts
RichardMarcus.org is continually working to improve website accessibility. We stay updated on advancements in web accessibility and regularly review our site’s compliance with WCAG 2.1 guidelines. Accessibility is an integral part of our website’s growth and maintenance. Whenever new features or content are added, we consider their impact on users with disabilities and test accordingly. We also plan periodic audits (both self-assessments and potentially third-party evaluations) to identify any areas for improvement.
Through these ongoing efforts, we aim to achieve and sustain substantial conformance with official accessibility standards. We understand that standards may change and technology may evolve, but our commitment to an inclusive web experience will remain constant.
Compatibility and Technical Specifications
Our website is designed to be compatible with common web browsers (such as Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge) and assistive technologies. We recommend using the latest versions of these browsers and, if needed, assistive tools for the best experience. The site utilizes standard HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript code and has been tested with screen readers like NVDA and VoiceOver to ensure content is readable. There are no known major compatibility issues at this time. If you encounter a specific device or browser where the site is not functioning correctly, please inform us so we can look into it.
Formal Approval of this Statement
This Accessibility Statement is approved and endorsed by Richard Marcus, Ph.D. We stand behind the accessibility commitments made here and allocate resources to meet our objectives.
Date of last accessibility review: November 2025. (We plan to review this statement and our site accessibility on an annual basis or whenever significant changes are made.)
Contact Information
Accessibility Coordinator: Richard Marcus, Ph.D. (Owner)
For any accessibility questions or issues, please contact us at richard@richardmarcus.org or by mail at Ardmore, PA 19003, USA (Attn: Accessibility). You may also reach us by phone at (267) 626-4636. We are here to assist and look forward to hearing from you.
By striving towards excellence in accessibility, we affirm our commitment to inclusivity and equal access for all our website visitors. Thank you for visiting RichardMarcus.org.
