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Accessibility Policy

Last updated: November 2025

At francinedeparnay.com, I am committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive, and accessible online experience for every visitor. My intention is to ensure that all individuals — including those with disabilities — can access my yoga offerings, wellness resources, online learning materials, retreat information, and digital content with ease, dignity, and independence.

This policy outlines the steps I take to support digital accessibility, the standards I follow, and how you can reach me if you encounter barriers.

My Commitment to Accessibility

I strive to ensure that francinedeparnay.com is accessible in alignment with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA, the industry standard for digital accessibility.

My goal is for everyone to be able to:

  • Navigate the website smoothly using a keyboard, mouse, or assistive technology

  • Access content with readable fonts, clear contrast, and consistent layouts

  • Use alt text and captions for images and media

  • Understand content written with clarity, compassion, and trauma-sensitive awareness

  • Access yoga, meditation, and eLearning content without unnecessary barriers

Accessibility Features on This Website

To create a more accessible experience, the website includes:

1. Text & Structure

  • Clear page titles, headings, and semantic structure

  • High-contrast colours supporting readability

  • Flexible text sizing without loss of content or functionality

2. Images & Multimedia

  • Descriptive alt text for meaningful images

  • Decorative images marked appropriately to reduce noise for screen readers

  • Captioning or transcripts for audio / video content where applicable

3. Navigation Support

  • Keyboard-friendly navigation

  • Logical content flow and consistent menu structure

  • Clear focus states for interactive elements

4. Forms, Links & Buttons

  • Labels and instructions on forms

  • Links that describe their purpose clearly

  • Buttons and interactive elements designed to be accessible via assistive technologies

5. Trauma-Informed & Neuro-Inclusive Design

Because my work includes yoga, meditation, and wellness content, I also consider:

  • Plain-language options where possible

  • Avoiding flashing elements or rapid-contrast changes

  • Grounded, supportive cues in audio-guided practices

  • User choice and autonomy in online learning modules

  • Calm, predictable layouts that reduce cognitive load

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Ongoing Efforts

Digital accessibility is an evolving practice. I am continually:

  • Reviewing the website for accessibility issues

  • Updating content to meet or exceed WCAG 2.1 AA

  • Incorporating accessibility into new design, branding, and eLearning projects

  • Working with trusted digital tools and platforms that support accessible outputs

I also monitor updates to legislation such as the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and make reasonable efforts to align with its standards.

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Third-Party Content

Some pages may include content hosted by third-party providers (e.g., booking platforms, embedded social media, YouTube videos, or third-party forms).
While I cannot control their accessibility features, I choose providers who demonstrate commitment to accessibility and continually seek alternatives when barriers are identified.

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Feedback & Contact Information

Your experience matters deeply to me.

If you encounter any accessibility barriers, have suggestions, or require materials in an alternative format, please reach out:

📧 francinedeparnay@gmail.com
🌐 https://francinedeparnay.com/contact

I will respond within 3–5 business days and work to resolve issues promptly.

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Accessibility Roadmap (2025–2026)

To continue improving accessibility across my digital offerings, upcoming initiatives include:

  • Improving video captioning for yoga and meditation practices

  • Enhancing screen-reader support in online learning modules

  • Adding alt text guidance to all future content uploads

  • Increasing compatibility with mobile assistive technologies

  • Ensuring retreat registration processes remain barrier-free

 

Commitment Statement

I believe that wellness, healing, education, and self-care must be accessible to all.
My intention is to cultivate an online space that honours diversity, respects lived experience, and supports every visitor in feeling safe, empowered, and seen.

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Thank you for being here.

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— Francine Deparnay
Wild-Woman Yoga + Wellness

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