A more welcoming
community website.

A first review for volunteers and small nonprofit teams. Start with one important page, such as your contact or event information page.

Published 31 October 2026 · CCBGA

Six places to start

1. Try the keyboard

   Set your mouse aside. Use Tab and Shift+Tab to reach links and controls. Make sure the focused item is visible, actions work, and you can leave every component.

2. Make the page easy to scan

   Give each page a specific title. Use headings that describe the sections and follow a clear hierarchy. Check that the reading order still makes sense.

3. Enlarge and read

   Increase browser zoom. Look for text hidden behind other elements or controls that become hard to reach. Check text contrast and avoid using colour alone to convey a message.

4. Explain meaningful images

   Use text alternatives that convey an image’s purpose. Mark purely decorative images appropriately so they do not interrupt the reading experience.

5. Check forms and instructions

   Give inputs visible labels. Clearly identify required information and explain how to correct errors. Use familiar language for tasks and links.

6. Offer an accessible alternative

   Provide captions or transcripts where needed. Make it easy to report a barrier and ask for another way to access information.

These first checks do not establish WCAG conformance. Include people with disabilities and further evaluation when assessing accessibility.

Record what you find

For each issue, record the page, the task you tried, what stopped you, and a possible improvement. Agree on a person to follow up, then repeat the same task after the change.

Continue with W3C guidance

• W3C WAI: Easy Checks — A First Review
• W3C WAI: Developing for Web Accessibility

This introductory CCBGA guide draws on the guidance linked above. It is not a W3C endorsement, professional audit, or certification.