Accessibility Statement

Last updated: 12 August 2026

Purpose

This Accessibility Statement explains the accessibility features of Illuminated Heart, a website offering spiritual activation, healing, and guidance resources. It describes our commitment to making the site usable for people of all abilities, the accessibility standards we aim to meet, known limitations, and how to request assistance or provide feedback.

Commitment to accessibility

Illuminated Heart is committed to providing an inclusive online experience. We strive to ensure that our content—articles, guided meditations, event information, and contact forms—is perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust for people with a wide range of abilities and assistive technologies.

Standards and guidelines

We aim to conform to recognized accessibility best practices, including the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA where practical. We use semantic HTML, clear headings, descriptive link text, and accessible form labels to improve navigation and comprehension.

What we have implemented

  • Keyboard accessibility: Core navigation, menus, and forms are operable using a keyboard.

  • Semantic structure: Pages use headings and landmarks to support screen reader navigation.

  • Alt text: Images that convey meaning include descriptive alternative text.

  • Color and contrast: Text and interactive elements are designed for sufficient contrast against backgrounds.

  • Resizable text: Text can be resized up to 200% without loss of content or functionality.

  • Clear language: Content is written in plain, respectful language to support comprehension.

  • Forms and labels: Contact and sign-up forms include labels and instructions; error messages are descriptive.

  • Responsive design: The site adapts to different screen sizes and orientations.

  • Multimedia: Where possible, audio and video content include captions or transcripts, or we provide text alternatives.

Known limitations and ongoing work

While we work to make the site accessible, some areas may not yet fully meet WCAG 2.1 AA standards. Examples may include:

  • Decorative images that lack meaningful alt text (these are marked appropriately but may not always be perfect).

  • Third-party widgets or embedded content that do not fully support keyboard navigation or screen readers.

  • Some older pages or archived materials that need structural updates.

We are actively reviewing the site and prioritizing fixes based on impact and feasibility. If you encounter a specific accessibility barrier, please let us know so we can address it promptly.

How to request assistance or report an issue

If you need help accessing content or have feedback about accessibility, contact us and we will provide the information in an accessible format or assist you directly.

  • Email: kourosh@illuminated-heart.com ‍

  • Contact form: Accessible via the Contact page on the site.

  • Response time: We aim to respond within 3 business days and will work with you to provide the requested content in an accessible format.

Accessibility features for specific content types

  • Guided meditations and audio: Transcripts or summaries are provided when available; request a transcript if one is not present.

  • Workshops and events: Event pages include clear schedules and registration instructions; if you require accommodations for an in-person or online event, please contact us in advance.

  • Downloads and resources: Documents are provided in accessible formats where possible; if you need an alternative format (e.g., large print, plain text), request it via email.

Technical information

  • We use modern web technologies and follow accessibility-aware development practices.

  • Where third-party tools are used, we evaluate them for accessibility but cannot always control their behavior.

  • We test with a combination of automated tools and manual checks, and we welcome user reports to help identify issues we may miss.

Enforcement and legal

This statement is not a legal guarantee. It reflects our ongoing efforts to improve accessibility and to respond to user needs in a timely, respectful manner.

Contact and feedback

Your feedback helps us improve. To report an accessibility issue or request content in an alternative format, please contact:kourosh@illuminated-heart.com ‍

Review schedule

We review this Accessibility Statement and our accessibility practices at least annually and update it when significant changes are made to the site or our processes.

Thank you for visiting Illuminated Heart. We are dedicated to making our spiritual resources welcoming and accessible to everyone..