As part of our diversity and inclusion strategy, website visitors are now able to access a wide range of accessibility and language support tools to customise their digital experience through Recite Me assistive technology.
Being able to offer an inclusive experience is essential to support over 20% of the population who may encounter barriers when exploring our website due to having a disability, learning difficulty, visual impairment or if they speak English as a second language.
The Recite Me assistive toolbar on our website includes screen reading functionality, multiple reading aids, customisable styling options an on-demand live translation feature that boasts over 100 languages including 35 texts to speech and styling options.
Sam Berwick, Brand and Website Manager, says:
"Here at London South East Colleges, accessibility is extremely important to us. We are committed to ensuring all of our website visitors can access information in a way that best meets their individual needs."
"Part of our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Statement is to ensure that we are providing equal access and opportunities. An integral part of this involves removing any barriers that might reduce or prevent that from occurring."
"By having audio, reading, styling and translation features, we can ensure that we reflect our diverse college community and demonstrate the inclusive experience we offer in a way that informs and inspires everyone."
The internet can be an incredibly intimidating place for those with access barriers, and those lacking the tools they need to adequately understand or communicate are at a significant disadvantage.
Ross Linnett Recite Me's Founder and CEO says:
"It is important to provide an inclusive online experience, where everyone can use our digital world in a way in which best suits their needs. As more organisations provide accessibility tools online, those who face online barriers can access information and services hassle-free. The digital world must be accessible for all."
To explore our accessibility support tool, click the 'ASSESSBILITY TOOLS' button at the top right of the website.
Read our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Statement of Intent here.
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