ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

Black Business Coalition

Effective Date: June 12, 2026

The Black Business Coalition (“BBC,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to providing an inclusive, accessible, and user-friendly experience for all visitors, members, business owners, entrepreneurs, partners, event participants, and community members who interact with our website, programs, services, events, directories, educational resources, and digital platforms.

We believe that access to information, business resources, networking opportunities, educational content, and economic empowerment tools should be available to everyone, including individuals with disabilities.

This Accessibility Statement outlines our commitment to digital accessibility and describes the steps we are taking to improve access to our online services.

1. OUR COMMITMENT

The Black Business Coalition is committed to making its website and digital content accessible to the broadest possible audience, regardless of technology or ability.

We strive to provide an experience that is:

  • Inclusive
  • Accessible
  • User-friendly
  • Functional across devices
  • Compatible with assistive technologies

Our goal is to continually improve accessibility and usability for all users.

2. ACCESSIBILITY STANDARDS

The BBC endeavors to follow recognized accessibility best practices and standards, including:

Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)

We strive to align our website and digital content with the principles outlined in:

WCAG 2.1 Level AA

These guidelines are internationally recognized standards for improving accessibility and usability for individuals with disabilities.

Accessibility efforts may include:

  • Alternative text for images
  • Logical page structure
  • Keyboard accessibility
  • Readable text formatting
  • Accessible navigation
  • Consistent page layouts
  • Form accessibility improvements
  • Color contrast considerations
  • Mobile accessibility enhancements

3. ONGOING IMPROVEMENTS

Accessibility is an ongoing effort.

The Black Business Coalition continually evaluates and improves its website and digital services to enhance accessibility.

Our efforts may include:

  • Accessibility reviews
  • Website testing
  • Platform updates
  • Content improvements
  • Navigation enhancements
  • Mobile usability improvements
  • Third-party tool evaluations

We recognize that accessibility standards evolve over time and are committed to continuous improvement.

4. THIRD-PARTY CONTENT

Some portions of our website may contain or rely upon third-party services, including:

  • Payment processors
  • Social media platforms
  • Video providers
  • Event registration systems
  • Directory platforms
  • Membership platforms
  • Scheduling tools
  • Embedded applications

While we encourage accessibility among our service providers, we cannot guarantee the accessibility of third-party websites, tools, or services that are not under our direct control.

Users may be subject to the accessibility policies of those third parties.

5. ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY COMPATIBILITY

The BBC aims to support compatibility with commonly used assistive technologies, including:

  • Screen readers
  • Magnification software
  • Speech recognition software
  • Keyboard-only navigation
  • Browser accessibility features
  • Mobile accessibility settings

However, compatibility may vary depending on:

  • Device type
  • Browser version
  • Operating system
  • Assistive technology configuration

6. ACCESSIBILITY FEEDBACK

We welcome feedback regarding the accessibility of our website and services.

If you encounter barriers to access, experience difficulty using any portion of our website, or require assistance obtaining information available on our site, we encourage you to contact us.

When contacting us, please provide:

  • The webpage or content involved
  • A description of the issue encountered
  • The device and browser being used (if known)
  • Any assistive technology being used (if applicable)

This information helps us investigate and improve accessibility.

7. REQUESTING ASSISTANCE

If you need assistance accessing information, registering for programs, participating in events, submitting forms, or using any feature of our website, we encourage you to contact us.

Reasonable efforts will be made to provide alternative methods of access where feasible and appropriate.

Examples may include:

  • Alternative communication methods
  • Assistance completing forms
  • Alternative access to published information
  • Accommodation requests related to events and programs

8. EVENT ACCESSIBILITY

The Black Business Coalition strives to make its events accessible whenever reasonably possible.

Accessibility accommodations may vary depending on:

  • Event format
  • Venue limitations
  • Available resources
  • Advance notice provided

Participants requiring accommodations are encouraged to contact the BBC as early as possible before the event.

While the BBC will make reasonable efforts to accommodate requests, not all accommodations may be available in every circumstance.

9. NO GUARANTEE OF ACCESSIBILITY

Although the BBC is committed to improving accessibility, we cannot guarantee that every page, document, feature, third-party integration, or digital resource will be fully accessible at all times.

Accessibility issues may arise due to:

  • Technology limitations
  • Software updates
  • Third-party systems
  • Legacy content
  • Human error
  • Platform incompatibilities

We appreciate user feedback that helps identify and address accessibility concerns.

10. LEGAL COMPLIANCE

The BBC seeks to comply with applicable accessibility laws and regulations, including relevant provisions of:

  • The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
  • Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (where applicable)
  • State accessibility requirements
  • Other applicable accessibility standards

Accessibility compliance is an ongoing process and may evolve as laws and standards change.

11. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Black Business Coalition shall not be liable for:

  • Temporary accessibility interruptions
  • Technology failures
  • Third-party accessibility limitations
  • Website outages
  • Software incompatibilities
  • Accessibility issues beyond our reasonable control

Nothing in this Statement limits rights that may be available under applicable law.

12. MODIFICATIONS TO THIS STATEMENT

The Black Business Coalition reserves the right to modify this Accessibility Statement at any time.

Updated versions become effective upon posting to the website.

Users are encouraged to review this Statement periodically.

13. CONTACT INFORMATION

For accessibility questions, feedback, accommodation requests, or assistance, please contact:

Black Business Coalition

Website:
https://blackbusinesscoalition.org

Contact Page:
https://blackbusinesscoalition.org/contact-us/

Email:
info@blackbusinesscoalition.org

Mailing Address:
4445 Corporation LN STE 264 Virginia Beach, VA 23462

 

ACCESSIBILITY COMMITMENT ACKNOWLEDGMENT

The Black Business Coalition is committed to fostering an inclusive environment and improving access to its website, programs, events, services, and resources.

We value feedback from our community and encourage users to report accessibility concerns so that we may continue improving the experience for all visitors.

Thank you for helping us build a more accessible and inclusive business community.