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Accessibility

SMARI Institute is committed to ensuring equal access to education for all students, regardless of abilities or disabilities.

Our Accessibility Commitment

At SMARI Institute, we believe that quality education should be accessible to everyone. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive learning environment that accommodates diverse needs and abilities. Our commitment extends to our physical facilities, digital platforms, educational materials, and support services.

Accessibility Features

Web Accessibility

Our website follows WCAG 2.1 AA guidelines for accessibility

  • Screen reader compatibility
  • Keyboard navigation support
  • High contrast color options
  • Scalable text and images
  • Alternative text for images
  • Descriptive link text

Physical Accessibility

Our Kampala campus provides accessible facilities

  • Wheelchair accessible entrances
  • Accessible restroom facilities
  • Elevator access to all floors
  • Reserved parking spaces
  • Clear pathway markings
  • Accessible seating in classrooms

Learning Support

Accommodations for diverse learning needs

  • Extended time for assessments
  • Alternative format materials
  • Note-taking assistance
  • Audio recordings of lectures
  • Large print materials
  • Sign language interpretation (upon request)

Technology Support

Assistive technology and technical accommodations

  • Screen reading software
  • Voice recognition tools
  • Magnification software
  • Alternative keyboards and mice
  • Audio enhancement systems
  • Closed captioning for videos

Web Accessibility Principles

Our website design and development follows the four fundamental principles of accessibility outlined in the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).

Perceivable

Information must be presentable in ways that users can perceive

Examples:

  • Alternative text for images
  • Captions for videos
  • Sufficient color contrast

Operable

Interface components must be operable by all users

Examples:

  • Keyboard accessible
  • No seizure-inducing content
  • Sufficient time limits

Understandable

Information and UI operation must be understandable

Examples:

  • Readable text
  • Predictable functionality
  • Input assistance

Robust

Content must be robust enough for various assistive technologies

Examples:

  • Valid code
  • Compatible with screen readers
  • Future-proof markup

Request Support or Accommodations

If you need additional accommodations or encounter accessibility barriers, please contact our support team. We're committed to working with you to ensure equal access to our services.

Call Us

+256-200-920200

Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM

Email Us

accessibility@smari.ac.ug

We'll respond within 24 hours

Continuous Improvement

We regularly review and improve our accessibility features based on user feedback and evolving best practices. Your input helps us create a more inclusive educational environment.

Last updated: January 1, 2025 | SMARI Institute - Victoria Building Level 6, Kampala, Uganda