Accessibility Statement for the Van Gogh Museum Website
The Van Gogh Museum is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all visitors, including people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards. This accessibility statement applies to the Van Gogh Museum website, accessible at vangoghmuseum.nl .
Our Commitment to Accessibility
We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 level AA, as well as complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable accessibility regulations. Our website is designed to be perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust. We believe everyone deserves equal access to information and strive to create a welcoming and inclusive online experience.
Our commitment extends to the following areas:
- Content Alternatives: Providing text alternatives for non-text content, such as images and videos, to ensure people using screen readers can understand the information.
- Adaptability: Ensuring the website adapts to different screen sizes and devices, providing a consistent experience on desktops, tablets, and mobile phones.
- Keyboard Navigation: Designing the website to be navigable using a keyboard alone, allowing users who cannot use a mouse to access all functionality.
- Sufficient Contrast: Maintaining sufficient color contrast between text and background to make the content readable for people with low vision.
- Clear and Simple Language: Using clear and simple language to make the content understandable for a wide audience, including people with cognitive disabilities.
- Consistent Structure: Maintaining a consistent website structure and navigation to help users easily find what they are looking for.
- Error Prevention: Implementing measures to help users avoid and correct errors when filling out forms or interacting with interactive elements.
Accessibility Features
The Van Gogh Museum website incorporates the following accessibility features:
- Alternative Text: All images and non-text content have descriptive alternative text.
- Keyboard Navigation: The website is fully navigable using keyboard controls.
- Color Contrast: Sufficient color contrast is provided for all text and interactive elements.
- Resizable Text: Users can increase or decrease the text size using browser settings.
- Clear Headings: Headings are used to structure content and improve readability.
- Form Labels: Form fields have clear and descriptive labels.
- ARIA Attributes: ARIA attributes are used to enhance the accessibility of dynamic content and interactive elements.
- Video Captions: Videos include captions or transcripts for users who are deaf or hard of hearing.
- Consistent Navigation: The website has a consistent navigation structure for easy browsing.
- Skip Navigation Link: A skip navigation link is provided to allow users to bypass repetitive navigation elements.
Ongoing Efforts
We are committed to continuously improving the accessibility of our website. Our team regularly reviews and updates the website to ensure it meets the latest accessibility standards. We conduct accessibility audits and user testing with people with disabilities to identify areas for improvement.
Our team also participates in ongoing training and education to stay up-to-date on the latest accessibility best practices. We use a variety of tools and techniques to evaluate and improve the accessibility of our website, including automated testing tools, manual reviews, and user feedback.
Furthermore, we are actively working on the following initiatives:
- Improving the accessibility of our interactive maps and virtual tours.
- Providing more accessible versions of our educational resources and learning materials.
- Ensuring the accessibility of our third-party content and applications.
- Developing a comprehensive accessibility training program for our staff.
Reporting Accessibility Issues
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of the Van Gogh Museum website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers, please let us know. Your input helps us improve the user experience for everyone.
Please provide the following information when reporting an issue:
- The URL of the page where you encountered the issue.
- A description of the issue.
- The assistive technology you were using, if applicable.
- Your contact information (optional).
Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about the accessibility of the Van Gogh Museum website, please contact us:
Accessibility Coordinator: Liesbeth de Vries
Email: accessibility@vangoghmuseum.nl
Phone: +31 498 828 778
Address: Museumplein 6, 1071 DJ Amsterdam, Netherlands
We will make every effort to respond to your feedback in a timely manner and address any accessibility issues you report.
This accessibility statement was last updated on October 26, 2023.