Accessibility Statement

Accessibility Statement for Kavahana

At Kavahana, we are committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all our users, including those with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying relevant accessibility standards.

Measures to Support Accessibility

To achieve our accessibility goals, Kavahana:

• Undergoes regular accessibility audits to identify and address usability issues.
• Implements the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA as a target standard.
• Provides ongoing training for our development team on accessibility best practices.
• Incorporates user feedback to enhance accessibility features.

Conformance Status

The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) define requirements for designers and developers to improve accessibility for people with disabilities. 

Known Accessibility Issues

We are aware of some accessibility limitations on our website that are common across many websites. While we strive to address these issues, some may persist due to the ongoing nature of web development. Our efforts to improve accessibility are continuous. Please note that these issues may or may not exist on our subdomain shop.kavahana.com.

1. Keyboard Navigation and Focus
   • Issue: Some interactive elements may not be fully accessible using keyboard navigation alone.
   • Action: We are continually refining our site’s navigation to ensure all users can access content without a mouse.
2. Alternative Text for Images
   • Issue: Not all images may have descriptive alternative text.
   • Action: We regularly review our images to add or improve alternative text where necessary.
3. Link Descriptions
   • Issue: Some links may not have clear descriptions or may open in new windows without warning.
   • Action: We are updating link texts and adding notifications to inform users when links open in new tabs or windows.
4. Form Accessibility
   • Issue: Certain form fields might lack proper labels or error messages may not be fully accessible.
   • Action: We are enhancing our forms to include explicit labels and accessible validation messages.
5. Color Contrast
   • Issue: Some text and interface elements may not meet recommended color contrast ratios.
   • Action: We are adjusting our color schemes to improve readability and comply with accessibility guidelines.
6. Heading Structure
   • Issue: Heading levels may not follow a logical order, affecting navigation for assistive technologies.
   • Action: We are reorganizing our content structure to ensure proper use of headings.
7. Dynamic Content and Pop-ups
   • Issue: Some dynamic content or pop-ups may not be fully compatible with screen readers.
   • Action: We are implementing ARIA roles and properties to improve the accessibility of dynamic elements.
8. Video and Audio Content
   • Issue: Not all multimedia content may have captions, transcripts, or audio descriptions.
   • Action: We are working to provide captions and transcripts for all new multimedia content.
9. Third-Party Content
   • Issue: Third-party plugins or content embedded on our site may not be fully accessible.
   • Action: We strive to choose accessible third-party services and provide feedback to vendors when issues are identified.
10. Responsive Design and Orientation
    • Issue: Some elements may not display optimally across all devices or screen orientations.
    • Action: We are improving our responsive design practices to ensure accessibility on various devices and orientations.

Physical Location Accessibility

Our physical location at 306 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA has been inspected by a Certified Access Specialist (CASp). The CASp certificate is displayed to the public near the front entrance, demonstrating our commitment to accessibility at our physical premises.

Feedback and Contact Information

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of Kavahana. If you encounter any accessibility barriers on our website or at our physical location, please contact us:

• Email: [email protected]
• Mailing Address: 306 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90405

We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 2 business days and to propose a solution within 10 business days.

Assessment Approach

Kavahana assesses the accessibility of our website through:

• Self-evaluation and internal audits.
• Third-party evaluations conducted by accessibility experts.

Commitment to Ongoing Improvement

We are dedicated to continually enhancing the accessibility of our website and physical location. Accessibility remains a top priority as we develop new pages and features.