Accessibility Statement

 

This accessibility statement applies to the Broadband Information System Schleswig-Holstein.


Legal Basis

This statement is based on the requirements of the Accessibility Enhancement Act (BFSG), which transposed Directive (EU) 2019/882 ("European Accessibility Act") into German law.
For web applications, the European standard EN 301 549 applies, which refers to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, conformance levels A and AA.


Compliance Status

The Broadband Information System is partially compliant with accessibility requirements according to EN 301 549 and WCAG 2.1 (Level A and AA).
The platform meets many requirements but still has barriers in some areas.


Known Limitations

  • Map and GIS Functions: Not all interactive maps are fully accessible via keyboard and screen reader.
  • Geodata Visualizations: Some representations have insufficient color contrast or lack alternative texts.
  • Dynamic Content: Individual interactive modules (e.g., layer selection, filter functions) have limited accessibility for screen readers.
  • Documents: Embedded or downloadable files (e.g., PDF) are partially not yet prepared in an accessible format.

Improvement Measures

We continuously work to improve the accessibility of GeoNode. Planned and ongoing measures include:

  • Optimization of keyboard navigation in map modules.
  • Extension of ARIA descriptions for interactive components.
  • Adjustment of color contrasts to minimum standards.
  • Creation and provision of accessible PDF documents.

Creation of this Statement

  • This statement was created on: September 19, 2025
  • Last reviewed on: September 19, 2025
  • Method: Self-assessment based on EN 301 549 and WCAG 2.1 (A & AA)

Feedback and Contact

If you encounter barriers that make using our platform difficult, please contact us:

Please specify the affected page and a description of the problem. We strive to process your request promptly (usually within 6 weeks).


Enforcement Procedure

If your request is not satisfactorily answered within the specified timeframe, you can contact the responsible enforcement body:

Schlichtungsstelle nach dem Behindertengleichstellungsgesetz (BGG)
Beim Bundesamt für Justiz
Adenauerallee 99–103
53113 Bonn

Email: schlichtungsstelle@bast.bund.de
Website: www.schlichtungsstelle-bgg.de