Accessibility Statement

Meharry Health Network
Effective Date: 04/2025
Last Updated: 04/2025

Meharry Health Network (“we,” “our,” or “us”) are committed to providing a website that is accessible to the widest possible audience, regardless of technology or ability. We actively work to ensure that our digital properties comply with applicable accessibility laws and standards, including:

Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Section 504 and Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
Tennessee state laws and policies regarding accessibility for public services and healthcare organizations

Our Accessibility Goals

We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA standards. These guidelines are designed to make digital content more accessible for individuals with disabilities, including:

People with vision, hearing, cognitive, and mobility impairments
People using assistive technologies such as screen readers, keyboard navigation, or voice recognition software
Users of alternative input devices or mobile platforms

Actions We’ve Taken

To support accessibility, our website incorporates the following:

Text alternatives for non-text content (images, icons, graphics)
Logical, navigable structure with semantic HTML
High-contrast text and scalable fonts
Descriptive link and button labels
Keyboard navigability throughout the site
Captioned videos or transcripts, where applicable
Regular testing and evaluation using automated and manual tools
Continuous accessibility training for our web and content teams

Third-Party Content

While we strive to ensure accessibility of all content, some third-party tools or platforms embedded in our site (e.g., maps, appointment scheduling systems, patient portals) may not fully meet WCAG standards. We encourage feedback if you encounter barriers with such content.

Accessibility Support & Feedback

If you experience any difficulty accessing information on our website or would like to request accommodations, please contact us:

Accessibility Coordinator
Meharry Health Network
Phone: [Insert Phone Number]
Email: [Insert Contact Email]
Mailing Address: [Insert Mailing Address]
Hours: Monday – Friday, [Insert Business Hours]

Please include:

The URL or page where you encountered the issue
A description of the problem
The assistive technology you are using, if any
Your preferred method of contact

We will respond to your request as soon as possible and strive to provide accessible alternatives where needed.

Future Improvements