Accessibility Statement

Last updated: 07/15/2026

AfricaFest Iowa is committed to ensuring that our website, africafestiowa.org, and all festival experiences are accessible, inclusive, and welcoming to everyone. We believe that cultural celebration should be available to all community members, regardless of ability, device, or technology.

1. Our Commitment

We strive to make our digital content usable for visitors with diverse abilities by referencing the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA as a guide for improving accessibility over time. Accessibility is an ongoing effort, and we are continually learning and adapting.

2. What We’re Doing

To support accessibility on africafestiowa.org, we aim to:

Provide clear, readable text
Maintain strong color contrast between text and backgrounds
Use accessible font sizes and styles
Add alt text to images whenever possible
Ensure consistent navigation and page structure
Make the site usable with keyboard navigation
Reduce flashing or distracting content

We also work to ensure that event information, ticketing, and community resources are available in formats that are easy to understand and access.

3. Known Limitations

While we work toward full accessibility, some areas may still present challenges, including:

Older images or media that may not yet have complete alt text
Third‑party tools (such as ticketing or donation platforms) that we cannot fully control
Occasional layout or responsiveness issues on certain devices

We are actively addressing these areas and welcome feedback to help us improve.

4. Third‑Party Services

Our website may link to or rely on external services for ticketing, donations, or event registration. These platforms have their own accessibility practices, and we encourage visitors to review their policies when interacting with them.

5. Feedback and Support

Your experience matters. If you encounter any accessibility barriers on our website or at our events, or if you have suggestions for improvement, please reach out: AfricaFest Iowa Email: africafestic@gmail.com

We will do our best to respond promptly and make reasonable adjustments.

6. Ongoing Improvement

Accessibility is not a one‑time project. We review our website and materials regularly and update content, design, and technology to better serve our community.