Web Accessibility Statement
Our commitment to ensuring digital accessibility for all citizens of Santa Maria, Bulacan
Commitment to Digital Accessibility
The Municipality of Santa Maria, Bulacan is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We continually improve the user experience for all citizens and apply relevant accessibility standards to provide equal access to government services and information.
Conformance Status
WCAG 2.1 AA Compliant
This website conforms to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at the AA level. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible to people with disabilities and more usable for everyone.
Government Standards Compliance
- • Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act
- • Philippine Web Accessibility Guidelines
- • Government Web Template (GWT) Standards
- • Data Privacy Act of 2012 (RA 10173)
International Standards
- • WCAG 2.1 Level AA Guidelines
- • WAI-ARIA 1.1 Specification
- • ISO/IEC 40500:2012 Standard
- • EN 301 549 European Standard
Accessibility Features
Keyboard Navigation
- • Full keyboard accessibility
- • Logical tab order
- • Focus indicators
- • Skip navigation links
- • Arrow key navigation in menus
Screen Reader Support
- • Semantic HTML structure
- • ARIA labels and descriptions
- • Alternative text for images
- • Form labels and instructions
- • Live region announcements
Visual Accessibility
- • High contrast mode toggle
- • Adjustable text sizes
- • Color contrast compliance
- • Scalable fonts up to 200%
- • No information conveyed by color alone
Motor Accessibility
- • Minimum 44px touch targets
- • Click target spacing
- • No time-based interactions
- • Drag and drop alternatives
- • Mouse-free operation
Cognitive Support
- • Clear navigation structure
- • Consistent page layouts
- • Error prevention and correction
- • Plain language content
- • Breadcrumb navigation
Mobile Accessibility
- • Responsive design
- • Portrait and landscape support
- • Voice control compatibility
- • Switch control support
- • Progressive Web App features
Technical Specifications
Technology Stack
Frontend Technologies:
- • Next.js 14 with App Router
- • TypeScript for type safety
- • Tailwind CSS with semantic classes
- • Custom accessibility utilities
- • Progressive Web App (PWA) capabilities
Accessibility Tools:
- • ARIA patterns and landmarks
- • Focus management hooks
- • Keyboard navigation utilities
- • Screen reader announcements
- • Color contrast validation
Supported Browsers
- • Chrome (latest 2 versions)
- • Firefox (latest 2 versions)
- • Safari (latest 2 versions)
- • Edge (latest 2 versions)
- • Mobile browsers (iOS Safari, Chrome Mobile)
Assistive Technologies
- • NVDA (NonVisual Desktop Access)
- • JAWS (Job Access With Speech)
- • VoiceOver (macOS and iOS)
- • TalkBack (Android)
- • Dragon NaturallySpeaking
Known Limitations and Ongoing Improvements
Areas Under Development
- • Some PDF documents are being updated to meet accessibility standards
- • Complex data tables are being enhanced with better navigation
- • Video content is being equipped with captions and transcripts
- • Third-party embedded content accessibility is being evaluated
Future Enhancements
- • Sign language interpretation for video content
- • Voice navigation interface
- • Enhanced mobile accessibility features
- • Multi-language accessibility support
- • Advanced cognitive accessibility tools
Testing and Validation
Automated Testing
- • axe-core accessibility engine
- • WAVE (Web Accessibility Evaluation Tool)
- • Lighthouse accessibility audits
- • Pa11y command-line testing
- • Color contrast analyzers
- • HTML validation tools
Manual Testing
- • Screen reader navigation testing
- • Keyboard-only navigation
- • Voice control testing
- • Mobile accessibility testing
- • User testing with disabilities
- • Cognitive load assessment
Accessibility Feedback and Support
We Welcome Your Feedback
If you encounter any accessibility barriers on our website or need assistance accessing government services, please contact us immediately. Your feedback helps us improve accessibility for all citizens.
Primary Contact
Alternative Access Methods
- • In-person assistance at municipal offices
- • Phone support during office hours
- • Large print documents available upon request
- • Sign language interpreters can be arranged
- • Audio recordings of written content available
Legal and Regulatory Framework
This accessibility statement is aligned with Philippine and international accessibility laws and standards, including:
- Magna Carta for Persons with Disability (RA 7277) - Ensures equal access to public services and information
- Accessibility Law (RA 11106) - Mandates accessible design in public buildings and digital services
- Data Privacy Act (RA 10173) - Protects personal information of persons with disabilities
- Philippine Web Accessibility Guidelines - National standards for government website accessibility
Statement Date: August 2, 2025
Last Updated: August 2, 2025
Review Schedule: This statement is reviewed quarterly and updated as needed to reflect current accessibility status and improvements.