Accessibility Statement
Young Surgeons Ireland is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all users, including people with disabilities. We aim to provide a website that is accessible, user-friendly, and inclusive for everyone who wishes to learn about or engage with our student-led surgical research scholarship initiative.
Our Commitment
We are actively working to improve the accessibility of our site and aim to adhere as closely as possible to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities and user-friendly for all.
​Accessibility Features
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Structured, clear navigation throughout the site
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Descriptive alt text for images
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Sufficient contrast between text and background
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Scalable text and resizable content
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Keyboard-friendly navigation for key features
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Clear headings and labels
Areas for Improvement
While we strive for full compliance, some areas of the website may not yet be fully accessible. We are continually working to identify and fix these issues and welcome user feedback to guide our improvements.
Feedback and Contact
If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for how we can do better, please contact us at:\
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📧 Email: youngsurgeonsireland@gmail.com
We aim to respond to accessibility-related requests within 10–15 business days.