Accessibility

Last updated: July 2026

Our Commitment to Accessibility

Global Diaspora Christian University (GDCU) is committed to ensuring that our website, learning platforms, and digital services are accessible to everyone, regardless of ability or technology. We believe that education should be borderless and inclusive, and that principle extends to how we design and deliver our online presence.

We strive to meet the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards, and we are continuously working to improve the accessibility of our digital platforms.

Supported Accessibility Features

Our website includes the following accessibility features:

• Semantic HTML structure: Proper use of headings, landmarks, and ARIA labels for screen reader compatibility.
• Keyboard navigation: All interactive elements are accessible via keyboard.
• Focus indicators: Clear visual focus indicators for keyboard users.
• Colour contrast: Text and interactive elements meet minimum contrast ratio requirements.
• Responsive design: Content adapts to different screen sizes and orientations.
• Text resizing: Content remains readable when text is resized up to 200%.
• Alternative text: Informative images have descriptive alt text.
• Form labels: All form fields have associated labels for screen reader compatibility.

Keyboard Navigation

Our website supports full keyboard navigation. You can use the following keys to navigate:

• Tab: Move forward through interactive elements.
• Shift + Tab: Move backward through interactive elements.
• Enter / Space: Activate buttons, links, and form controls.
• Escape: Close menus, modals, and overlays.
• Arrow keys: Navigate within menus and lists.

Mobile Accessibility

Our website is designed to be fully functional on mobile devices. We ensure that:

• Touch targets are adequately sized for finger interaction.
• Content reflows properly on small screens without horizontal scrolling.
• Forms and interactive elements are usable on touch devices.
• Text remains readable without requiring zoom.

Text Contrast

We ensure that text and interactive elements have sufficient colour contrast against their backgrounds to be readable by users with low vision or colour vision deficiencies. Our colour palette is selected with accessibility as a priority.

Alternative Text for Images

All informative images on our website include descriptive alternative text (alt text) that conveys the purpose and content of the image. Decorative images are marked with empty alt attributes so they are ignored by screen readers.

Reporting Accessibility Issues

If you encounter any accessibility barriers while using our website or digital services, please let us know. We take accessibility feedback seriously and will work to address any issues promptly.

To report an accessibility issue, please contact us:

Global Diaspora Christian University
7901 4th St N, Suite 300
St. Petersburg, FL 33702, USA
Florida LLC No. L26000360887
Email: admin@gdc.university
Website: gdcu.edu

When reporting an issue, please include:

• The URL or page where you encountered the issue
• A description of the accessibility barrier
• The assistive technology or browser you were using
• Your contact information (optional, if you would like a response)

Continuous Improvement

Accessibility is an ongoing commitment, not a one-time effort. We regularly review our website and digital platforms to identify and address accessibility issues. We also provide accessibility training to our development and content teams to ensure that accessibility is considered at every stage of design and development.

We welcome your feedback and suggestions for improving the accessibility of our digital services. Your input helps us create a more inclusive learning environment for everyone.