WSF World Sustainability Forum

Accessibility Statement

Last reviewed: 23 April 2026

The World Sustainability Forum is committed to ensuring that its website and digital services are accessible to all users, including people with disabilities. Accessibility supports our goal of enabling inclusive participation in global sustainability dialogue and events.

Accessibility Standards

We strive to ensure that this website conforms to the WCAG 2.2 Level AA, an internationally recognized standard for web accessibility, as well as relevant European standard EN 301 549.

To achieve this, we design and maintain our website according to the following principles:

Perceivable

Information and UI components are presented in ways all users can sense (e.g., alt-text for images).

Operable

Navigation and interface elements are usable for everyone (e.g., keyboard-only access).

Understandable

Content and site operation are clear, predictable, and easy to follow.

Robust

Our platforms are built to work reliably with a wide range of assistive technologies, both now and in the future.

Nature of the Website

This website serves as the official digital platform of the World Sustainability Forum, an international conference focused on sustainability research and global collaboration.

The website primarily delivers informational content, with some interactive elements that allow users to access event information and engage with the conference.

Content includes structured text, images, and event-related materials, as well as limited external or third-party integrations supporting participation and communication.

Accessibility Considerations

We aim to ensure that:

  • Content is structured with clear headings and logical navigation
  • Images and visual elements include appropriate alternative text where possible
  • Registration and interaction elements are usable with keyboard navigation and assistive technologies
  • Content is readable and accessible across different devices and screen sizes

Ongoing Improvements

We are committed to continuous improvement and regularly review our website to enhance accessibility. This includes:

  • Improving content structure and semantic markup
  • Enhancing accessibility of interactive elements
  • Reviewing media content for accessibility features
  • Promoting accessibility awareness among contributors

Feedback and Contact

We welcome feedback on the accessibility of this website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or require information in an alternative format, please contact us:

Compatibility

This website is designed to be compatible with:

  • Modern browsers (such as Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge)
  • Assistive technologies, including screen readers and keyboard navigation

Legal Context

This website aims to align with recognized accessibility standards and applicable regulations, including the Swiss Federal Act on the Elimination of Discrimination against People with Disabilities (BehiG), where relevant.