At Voluntary Action Sheffield, we know that accessibility isn’t just a tick-box exercise—it’s an essential part of building online spaces that work for everyone. From the first ideas to the final website launch, we put people at the heart of everything we create.
We want to make our content as accessible as possible by ensuring our websites and digital tools are welcoming, inclusive, and easy to use. To do this, we stay up to date with the latest accessibility standards, including the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.1), and are always looking for ways to improve.
Accessibility isn’t one-size-fits-all. Different groups have different needs, and we’re here to find the balance that works. For instance, what helps dyslexic users might not work as well for someone with temporary visual impairment—but we’ll always aim for solutions that feel inclusive for as many people as possible.
We also use the POUR principles to guide us. This means creating websites that are:
Accessibility isn’t just about permanent disabilities—it touches on everyone’s experiences:
We think about accessibility right from the start. When we create user personas, we include real voices and insights from people with different needs.
While we work hard to meet accessibility standards, some parts of our website may not yet be fully accessible. These might include:
Need information in a different format, like large print, braille, or audio? Get in touch at info@test.vas.org.uk or call us. We’ll do our best to help and aim to respond within 7 days.
Tools like WAVE by WebAIM and contrast checkers have been used to evaluate our website. But the best feedback comes from you. If you spot something we can improve, let us know at info@test.vas.org.uk.