Accessibility Statement for awen-wales.com


This accessibility statement applies to https://www.awen-wales.com 

This website is managed by Awen Cultural Trust. We want as many people as possible to be able to use this website. For example, that means you should be able to: 

  • Change colours, contrast levels and fonts using your browser or device settings

  • Zoom in up to 400% without the text spilling off the screen 

  • Navigate most of the website using a keyboard or speech recognition software

  • Listen to most of the website using a screen reader (including the most recent versions of JAWS, NVDA and VoiceOver) 

We’ve also made the website text as simple as possible to understand. AbilityNet has advice on making your device easier to use if you have a disability. 


How accessible this website is 

We believe this website is accessible and meets current web accessibility standards. Testing confirmed that: 

  • The site passed all automated accessibility checks with no issues identified

  • Manual testing confirmed full functionality when navigating via keyboard or tabbing through content 

  • Colour contrast levels meet current web accessibility standards 

Some linked PDF documents may not be fully accessible to screen readers. We are reviewing these and will replace or update key documents where possible. 

There are no embedded videos on this website at present. 


Feedback and contact information 

If you find any problems not listed on this page or think we’re not meeting accessibility requirements, please contact us: 

enquiries@awen-wales.com

01656 754825

If you need information on this website in a different format like accessible PDF, large print, easy read, audio recording or braille, please contact us at the above details. 

We’ll consider your request and get back to you within 3 days to discuss your requirements

If you cannot view the map on our ‘Contact Us’ page, call or email us for directions. 


Enforcement procedure 

The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is responsible for enforcing the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) (No. 2) Accessibility Regulations 2018 (the ‘accessibility regulations’). 

If you’re not happy with how we respond to your complaint, you can contact the Equality Advisory and Support Service (EASS)


Technical information about this website’s accessibility 

Awen Cultural Trust is committed to making its website accessible, in accordance with the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) (No. 2) Accessibility Regulations 2018

This website has been tested against the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standard. 

This website is partially compliant with the WCAG 2.2 AA standard due to the exemptions listed below. 

Non-accessible content 

PDFs and documents 

Some linked PDF documents, especially older or externally provided files, may not be fully accessible to screen readers. These are being reviewed and will be replaced or remediated where possible. 


Bilingual content

The site is bilingual in English and Welsh, with translations initially produced using AI tools. Manual review and refinement of these translations are underway to ensure full clarity and consistency across both languages. 


Accessibility testing and approach 

This website was built using Framer, which includes accessibility features such as semantic text tagging, alt text support, customisable tab order, and reduced motion settings. 

Accessibility testing covered representative pages across the site and included: 

  • Automated testing using Accessibility Insights for Web (axe-core 4.10.2)

  • Manual testing of keyboard navigation (tab order and focus visibility)

  • Colour contrast checks to confirm compliance with WCAG 2.2 AA 

Testing took place on 22 October 2025. 


Results summary: 

  • Automated checks: No issues identified 

  • Manual checks: Fully functional keyboard navigation 

  • Colour contrast: Verified compliant for all core elements 


Ongoing accessibility commitment 

Awen Cultural Trust is committed to continuous improvement. 

All staff responsible for updating the website have been trained in using the content management system (CMS) and understand accessibility basics such as writing alt text, maintaining clear heading structure, and ensuring adequate colour contrast. 

Any new or updated content will be checked for accessibility before publication. 


Preparation of this statement 

This statement was prepared on 22 October 2025 and will be reviewed periodically.

It was last reviewed on 22 October 2025.



Accessibility Statement for awen-wales.com


This accessibility statement applies to https://www.awen-wales.com 

This website is managed by Awen Cultural Trust. We want as many people as possible to be able to use this website. For example, that means you should be able to: 

  • Change colours, contrast levels and fonts using your browser or device settings

  • Zoom in up to 400% without the text spilling off the screen 

  • Navigate most of the website using a keyboard or speech recognition software

  • Listen to most of the website using a screen reader (including the most recent versions of JAWS, NVDA and VoiceOver) 

We’ve also made the website text as simple as possible to understand. AbilityNet has advice on making your device easier to use if you have a disability. 


How accessible this website is 

We believe this website is accessible and meets current web accessibility standards. Testing confirmed that: 

  • The site passed all automated accessibility checks with no issues identified

  • Manual testing confirmed full functionality when navigating via keyboard or tabbing through content 

  • Colour contrast levels meet current web accessibility standards 

Some linked PDF documents may not be fully accessible to screen readers. We are reviewing these and will replace or update key documents where possible. 

There are no embedded videos on this website at present. 


Feedback and contact information 

If you find any problems not listed on this page or think we’re not meeting accessibility requirements, please contact us: 

enquiries@awen-wales.com

01656 754825

If you need information on this website in a different format like accessible PDF, large print, easy read, audio recording or braille, please contact us at the above details. 

We’ll consider your request and get back to you within 3 days to discuss your requirements

If you cannot view the map on our ‘Contact Us’ page, call or email us for directions. 


Enforcement procedure 

The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is responsible for enforcing the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) (No. 2) Accessibility Regulations 2018 (the ‘accessibility regulations’). 

If you’re not happy with how we respond to your complaint, you can contact the Equality Advisory and Support Service (EASS)


Technical information about this website’s accessibility 

Awen Cultural Trust is committed to making its website accessible, in accordance with the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) (No. 2) Accessibility Regulations 2018

This website has been tested against the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standard. 

This website is partially compliant with the WCAG 2.2 AA standard due to the exemptions listed below. 

Non-accessible content 

PDFs and documents 

Some linked PDF documents, especially older or externally provided files, may not be fully accessible to screen readers. These are being reviewed and will be replaced or remediated where possible. 


Bilingual content

The site is bilingual in English and Welsh, with translations initially produced using AI tools. Manual review and refinement of these translations are underway to ensure full clarity and consistency across both languages. 


Accessibility testing and approach 

This website was built using Framer, which includes accessibility features such as semantic text tagging, alt text support, customisable tab order, and reduced motion settings. 

Accessibility testing covered representative pages across the site and included: 

  • Automated testing using Accessibility Insights for Web (axe-core 4.10.2)

  • Manual testing of keyboard navigation (tab order and focus visibility)

  • Colour contrast checks to confirm compliance with WCAG 2.2 AA 

Testing took place on 22 October 2025. 


Results summary: 

  • Automated checks: No issues identified 

  • Manual checks: Fully functional keyboard navigation 

  • Colour contrast: Verified compliant for all core elements 


Ongoing accessibility commitment 

Awen Cultural Trust is committed to continuous improvement. 

All staff responsible for updating the website have been trained in using the content management system (CMS) and understand accessibility basics such as writing alt text, maintaining clear heading structure, and ensuring adequate colour contrast. 

Any new or updated content will be checked for accessibility before publication. 


Preparation of this statement 

This statement was prepared on 22 October 2025 and will be reviewed periodically.

It was last reviewed on 22 October 2025.