Accessibility Statement - VillageOneArt

Villageoneart.com Accessibility Statement

Effective Date: February 4, 2026

Last Updated: February 4, 2026

1. COMMITMENT TO ACCESSIBILITY

VillageOneArt (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually working to improve the accessibility and usability of our website (www.villageoneart.com) and strive to provide an inclusive experience for all visitors, regardless of ability.

We believe that every person has the right to access information and services with dignity, equality, comfort, and independence. Consistent with this belief, we have invested resources to enhance website accessibility and align our digital presence with recognized accessibility standards.

2. ACCESSIBILITY STANDARDS AND CONFORMANCE

2.1 Our Accessibility Goals

We aim to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA, which are internationally recognized standards developed by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C). These guidelines provide a framework for making web content more accessible to people with disabilities, including those with visual, auditory, motor, and cognitive impairments.

2.2 Accessibility Features

Our website incorporates various accessibility features and technologies designed to improve usability, including:

Alternative text for images and non-text content
Keyboard navigation functionality
Sufficient color contrast between text and background
Clear and consistent navigation structure
Descriptive headings and labels
Compatibility with screen readers and other assistive technologies
Resizable text without loss of functionality
Focus indicators for keyboard navigation

3. THIRD-PARTY CONTENT AND SERVICES

Our website may include content, features, or services provided by third parties (including but not limited to social media platforms, embedded videos, external links, payment processors, and third-party plugins). While we endeavor to ensure that third-party providers meet accessibility standards, we do not control and cannot guarantee the accessibility of third-party content or services.

VillageOne Art is not responsible for the accessibility, availability, or content of third-party websites, services, or applications linked to or integrated with our website. Use of third-party services is at your own risk.

4. ONGOING EFFORTS AND LIMITATIONS

4.1 Continuous Improvement

Accessibility is an ongoing effort. We continuously work to improve the accessibility of our website through:

Regular accessibility audits and testing
Staff training on accessibility best practices
Implementation of user feedback
Updates to align with evolving accessibility standards and technologies
Remediation of identified accessibility barriers

4.2 Known Limitations

Despite our ongoing efforts to ensure accessibility, some content on www.villageoneart.com may not yet be fully accessible or may not have been fully adapted to the strictest accessibility standards. This may occur due to:

Legacy content created before current accessibility standards were adopted
Lack of suitable technological solutions for certain content types
Third-party content over which we have limited control
Complex multimedia or interactive elements that present accessibility challenges
Technical limitations of current web technologies

We are actively working to identify and address these limitations as part of our commitment to ongoing accessibility improvement.

5. ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGIES

Our website is designed to be compatible with commonly used assistive technologies, including:

Screen readers (such as JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, TalkBack)
Screen magnification software
Voice recognition software
Alternative input devices

We test our website with multiple browsers and assistive technologies; however, the user experience may vary depending on the specific combination of browser, assistive technology, and operating system being used.

6. ALTERNATIVE ACCOMMODATIONS

If you encounter accessibility barriers on our website or require information in an alternative format, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodations. Alternative ways to access our services and information include:

Telephone assistance during normal business hours
Email communication
In-person assistance at our physical gallery location
Alternative document formats (upon request)

Please contact us using the information in Section 9 to request an accommodation. We will make reasonable efforts to provide the requested accommodation in a timely manner.

7. FEEDBACK AND ACCESSIBILITY CONCERNS

We welcome feedback on the accessibility of www.villageoneart.com. If you experience difficulty accessing any content, feature, or functionality on our website, or if you have suggestions for improvement, please notify us.

When reporting an accessibility issue, please provide the following information to help us address your concern:

Your contact information
The specific web page or content URL where the issue occurred
A description of the accessibility problem
The assistive technology (if any) you were using
Your browser and operating system

We will review all feedback and make good-faith efforts to address accessibility concerns in a timely manner. However, response times may vary depending on the nature and complexity of the issue.

8. LEGAL COMPLIANCE STATEMENT

VillageOne Art operates as a private commercial entity providing art gallery services to the public. As such, we are subject to Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability by places of public accommodation.

While we strive to meet or exceed applicable accessibility requirements, we acknowledge that:

The ADA does not currently mandate specific technical standards for websites of private entities under Title III
WCAG 2.1 Level AA is a voluntary standard that we have adopted as a best practice goal
Perfect accessibility may not be technically feasible for all content at all times
Accessibility is evaluated based on available technology and industry standards at the time of implementation

Our accessibility efforts demonstrate our commitment to providing effective communication and reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.

9. CONTACT INFORMATION

If you have questions about this Accessibility Statement, wish to report an accessibility issue, or need assistance accessing our website or services, please contact us:

VillageOne Art

Accessibility Coordinator

150 West 25th Street, #403

New York, NY 10001

United States

Telephone: +1 917 410 6893

Email: info@villageoneart.com

Business Hours: Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Eastern Time

We will respond to accessibility inquiries within 5 business days. For urgent matters requiring immediate accommodation, please call during business hours.

10. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW:

VillageOne Art makes no warranties or representations regarding the accessibility of its website or the suitability of its accessibility features for any particular purpose
Our website is provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of accessibility, compatibility with assistive technologies, or fitness for a particular purpose
We shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from accessibility barriers, incompatibility with assistive technologies, or inability to access website content or features
We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free access to our website for users of assistive technologies
We are not liable for third-party content, services, or accessibility features beyond our control

SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF CERTAIN WARRANTIES OR LIABILITY, SO SOME OF THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. IN SUCH CASES, OUR LIABILITY WILL BE LIMITED TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.

11. UNDUE BURDEN EXCEPTION

While we are committed to accessibility, we reserve the right to assert the “undue burden” exception under applicable law where implementing specific accessibility features would impose a significant difficulty or expense in relation to our size, resources, and the nature of our operations.

In such circumstances, we will make good-faith efforts to provide alternative means of access to the same information, goods, or services.

12. PHYSICAL GALLERY ACCESSIBILITY

This Accessibility Statement primarily addresses our website. Information about the physical accessibility of our gallery location is available upon request.

Our physical location at 150 West 25th Street, #403, New York, NY 10001 strives to comply with applicable ADA requirements for physical spaces. For specific questions about physical accessibility features or to request accommodations for an in-person visit, please contact us in advance.

13. DISPUTE RESOLUTION

We are committed to resolving accessibility concerns through open communication and good-faith efforts. If you have an accessibility concern:

First, please contact us using the information in Section 9
We will investigate your concern and respond within a reasonable timeframe
We will work collaboratively to identify appropriate solutions or accommodations

Any disputes arising from or relating to website accessibility shall be governed by the laws of the State of New York and subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in New York County, New York.

14. CHANGES TO THIS STATEMENT

We reserve the right to modify this Accessibility Statement at any time to reflect changes in our accessibility practices, technologies, legal requirements, or business operations. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

Material changes to this statement will be effective immediately upon posting. We encourage you to review this statement periodically.

15. EXTERNAL RESOURCES

For general information about web accessibility and disability rights, you may consult the following resources:

U.S. Department of Justice ADA Website: www.ada.gov
Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG): www.w3.org/WAI/standards-guidelines/wcag/
Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI): www.w3.org/WAI/

These resources are provided for informational purposes only. VillageOne Art does not endorse or control the content of external websites and is not responsible for their accuracy or accessibility.

16. ACKNOWLEDGMENT

BY USING OUR WEBSITE, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD THIS ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT AND AGREE TO ITS TERMS, INCLUDING THE LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROVISIONS.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we continue to improve the accessibility of our website. Your feedback helps us serve all members of our community more effectively.

Last Updated: February 4, 2026