Accessibility Statement

This statement was last updated on 16 July, 2025.

At Design at Open, we are committed to making our website accessible to all users, regardless of ability or technology. We strive to ensure that everyone can access, use, and benefit from the content and features on www.oudesignshow.org.

Accessibility adjustments on this site

We aim to conform with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 level AA, which set out best practices for digital accessibility. Our efforts include:

Descriptive alt text for images and graphics
Logical page structure with clear headings and labels
Sufficient colour contrast between text and backgrounds
Keyboard navigability
Compatibility with assistive technologies such as screen readers
Captions or transcripts for video content wherever possible
Reduced the use of motion on the site
Ensured all videos, audio, and files on the site are accessible

Accessibility is an ongoing goal for us. We regularly review our website and content as we update or add new features, with the aim of continually improving accessibility for all users.

Requests, issues and suggestions

If you experience any difficulty using our website, encounter inaccessible content, or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

Email: design@open.ac.uk

We endeavour to respond to all accessibility-related queries as quickly as possible.