Accessibility

Accessibility Statement

MeridianVocari is committed to ensuring that our platform is accessible to everyone, including people with disabilities. This statement describes our current conformance level, known limitations, and how to contact us about accessibility issues.

Last reviewed: March 2026

Conformance Status

Partially Conformant — WCAG 2.1 Level AA

MeridianVocari partially conforms with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA. Partial conformance means that some parts of the content do not fully conform to the accessibility standard. We are actively working to address all known gaps.

The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) defines requirements for designers and developers to improve accessibility for people with disabilities. It defines three levels of conformance: Level A, Level AA, and Level AAA. MeridianVocari is targeting full conformance with WCAG 2.1 Level AA.

Technical Specification

MeridianVocari relies on the following technologies for conformance with WCAG 2.1:

HTML5
CSS3 (Tailwind CSS)
WAI-ARIA 1.2
JavaScript (React 19)

Accessibility Features Implemented

The following accessibility features are currently implemented across the platform:

Skip to main content link

A visible skip link appears on keyboard focus, allowing users to bypass repeated navigation (WCAG 2.4.1).

Semantic HTML structure

Pages use appropriate heading hierarchy (h1–h3), landmark elements (main, nav, footer), and list elements for structured content.

Keyboard navigation

All interactive elements — buttons, links, form fields, and modals — are reachable and operable via keyboard alone.

Focus indicators

Visible focus rings are preserved on all interactive elements. We do not suppress the browser's default focus outline.

ARIA labels and roles

Icon-only buttons and interactive controls include descriptive aria-label attributes. Dialog components use appropriate role and aria-modal attributes.

Colour contrast

Primary text and interactive elements meet or exceed the 4.5:1 contrast ratio required for normal text (WCAG 1.4.3). We are auditing remaining low-contrast elements.

Responsive design

The platform is usable at 320px viewport width and up to 400% zoom without loss of content or functionality (WCAG 1.4.10).

Form labels and error messages

All form inputs have associated visible labels. Validation errors are communicated via text, not colour alone.

Language declaration

The HTML lang attribute is set to 'en' on all pages (WCAG 3.1.1).

PDF accessibility

AI-generated PDF resumes include document titles and structured content. Full PDF/UA compliance is on our roadmap.

Known Limitations

Despite our best efforts to ensure accessibility, there are some known limitations. We are actively working to address these issues:

Some low-contrast text on the homepage

In progress

Certain secondary text elements on the dark-themed homepage sections use opacity values below the recommended threshold. We are reviewing and updating these in our next sprint.

Complex data visualisations

Planned

Radar charts on the Life Compass results page (built with Recharts) do not currently have full text alternatives. We plan to add a data table alternative view.

Timed assessment tasks

Partially addressed

The Life Compass assessment includes an optional timed task (90 seconds). A '+50% time extension' option is available. We are evaluating whether to make timing entirely optional.

Audio transcription feature

Alternative available

The voice practice feature in Interview Prep requires audio input. A text-based alternative is available for all interview practice questions.

PDF export screen reader support

Planned

Downloaded PDF resumes are not fully optimised for screen readers. We recommend requesting the HTML version for screen reader use.

Assessment Approach

MeridianVocari assesses the accessibility of this platform through self-evaluation. We use automated tools (axe-core, Lighthouse) as well as manual keyboard and screen reader testing (NVDA on Windows, VoiceOver on macOS). We intend to commission an independent third-party accessibility audit before our institutional launch.

Feedback and Contact

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of MeridianVocari. If you experience any barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

Accessibility Contact

Email: [email protected]

We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 5 business days and to provide a solution or workaround within 30 days.

If you are not satisfied with our response, you may contact the relevant national supervisory authority. In the EU, this is typically your national data protection authority or the relevant enforcement body for the European Accessibility Act (EAA), which comes into force in June 2025.

Formal Complaints

If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility concern, you have the right to escalate your complaint. In the European Union, you may contact your national accessibility enforcement body. In the United Kingdom, you may contact the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) or the Equality Commission for Northern Ireland (ECNI). In the United States, you may file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Justice under Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

This statement was prepared on 1 March 2026 and last reviewed on 15 March 2026.

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