At Empoweb Solutions, we are committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all users, including people of determination, in line with both international best practices and local legislation in the United Arab Emirates. We actively work to create a web environment that is inclusive, user-friendly, and accessible to the widest possible audience, regardless of ability, device, or context.
Accessibility Statement
This statement was last updated on 3/01/2025
Our accessibility efforts are guided by the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA, and informed by the UAE Smart Government Digital Accessibility Standards, which emphasize the importance of accessible digital experiences in both public and private sectors.
What web accessibility is
An accessible site allows visitors with disabilities to browse the site with the same or a similar level of ease and enjoyment as other visitors. This can be achieved with the capabilities of the system on which the site is operating, and through assistive technologies.
Accessibility adjustments on this site
We have adapted this site in accordance with WCAG 2.1 guidelines, and have made the site accessible to the level of AA. This site's contents have been adapted to work with assistive technologies, such as screen readers and keyboard use. As part of this effort, we have also:
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Used the Accessibility Wizard to find and fix potential accessibility issues
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Set the language of the site
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Set the content order of the site’s pages
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Defined clear heading structures on all of the site’s pages
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Added alternative text to images
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Implemented color combinations that meet the required color contrast
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Ensured all videos, audio, and files on the site are accessible