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Accessibility Statement

This statement was last updated on October 2025.
We at Hall Pass to Nowhere are working to make our site hallpasstonowhere.com accessible to people with disabilities by August 2026.

What web accessibility is

At Hall Pass to Nowhere, we are committed to ensuring that our website, blog, and podcast content are accessible to everyone — including individuals with disabilities. We strive to create an inclusive, user-friendly digital experience in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the Minnesota Human Rights Act.

Our Commitment to Digital Accessibility

We believe everyone deserves equal access to information, education, and entertainment. Our goal is to make Hall Pass to Nowhere accessible to all visitors — including those using assistive technologies such as screen readers, text magnifiers, speech recognition software, or alternative input devices. Whether you’re reading our blog, streaming an episode, or exploring our archives, we want your experience to be seamless and barrier-free.

Accessibility Standard

Our team will follow the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA as the foundation for our accessibility efforts by August 2026. These guidelines outline how to make web content accessible for people with a wide range of disabilities and improve usability for all users.

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  • We regularly review and improve our digital platforms by:

  • Providing text alternatives for non-text content, including transcripts for all podcast episodes.

  • Maintaining strong color contrast and clear, readable typography.

  • Ensuring all navigation is accessible via keyboard.

  • Using descriptive alt text and labels for images, buttons, and links.

  • Testing our site with accessibility tools and real user feedback.

Accessible Podcast Experience

Our goal is to make our podcast accessible to everyone by August 2026, our aim is to:

  • Provide complete written transcripts for every episode.

  • Include detailed show notes summarizing key discussion points.

  • Ensure our audio player is compatible with screen readers and keyboard navigation.

  • Use clear titles, metadata, and descriptions to make content easy to find through search.

Third-Party Applications & Content Disclaimer

While we strive to ensure full accessibility across all areas of our site, some third-party applications, widgets, or content (such as podcast players, embedded videos, or social media integrations) may not be fully controlled by Hall Pass to Nowhere. We cannot guarantee the accessibility of third-party software or platforms, but we actively work with providers to encourage accessible options and provide alternatives whenever possible.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

At Hall Pass to Nowhere, accessibility is part of our broader mission — to foster inclusion, diversity, and equitable access to meaningful conversations. We believe storytelling, education, and creativity should be open to everyone, and we’re dedicated to making that a reality for all listeners, readers, and visitors.

Feedback & Assistance

We welcome your feedback on accessibility and usability. If you encounter any barriers while using our site or content, please contact us so we can assist and improve:

Email: hallpasstonowhere@gmail.com

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Please include details about the issue, the page or content where it occurred, and your preferred contact method. We’ll respond promptly and work to resolve the issue.

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