Oxford Abstracts

Accessibility statement

This accessibility statement applies to the following areas of the Oxford Abstracts platform:

  • Authentication pages (log-in and sign-up)
  • Submission and author forms
  • Review forms
  • Exhibitor touchpoints
  • Registration service
  • Virtual conference platform

Please note that this statement does not cover the administrator platform.

Domains covered by this statement

The following domains, all operated by Oxford Abstracts, are included in this statement:

  • https://auth.oxfordabstracts.com – Account creation and login
  • https://app.oxfordabstracts.com – Submission, author, and review forms
  • https://register.oxfordabstracts.com – Conference attendee registration
  • https://virtual.oxfordabstracts.com – Access to schedules, content, posters, and networking features for virtual conference attendees

Our commitment to accessibility

Oxford Abstracts is committed to making our services accessible to as many users as possible.
Our goal is for all supported domains to meet the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 Level AA.

These include elements such as:

  • Meaningful alternative text for all non-text content
  • The ability to zoom in up to 200% without loss of content or functionality
  • Full keyboard-only navigation
  • Compatibility with screen readers
  • Clear, structured content with appropriate headings and labels

For additional help with personalising your device, AbilityNet offers guidance for users with specific accessibility needs.

How accessible are our services?

We have made significant progress in improving accessibility across our platforms – particularly the Virtual Conference platform – to align with WCAG 2.2 AA standards.
However, we recognise that some areas still require improvement and we are actively working to address these.

What are we doing to improve?

Accessibility considerations are embedded into our design and development processes.
All new and updated features are developed in line with WCAG 2.2 AA standards to ensure ongoing compliance and improvement.

We have identified accessibility improvements in our most recent audit and aim to have these in place by January 2026.

How we tested our services

In May 2025, we conducted a comprehensive accessibility audit using a combination of automated and manual testing methods:

  • Automated tools: Google Lighthouse, WAVE Evaluation Tools, Stylus
  • Manual testing: Keyboard-only navigation and screen reader testing with MacOS VoiceOver

Our next audit is scheduled for May 2026.

An Accessibility Conformance Report (ARC aka VPAT) for the Virtual Conference platform is available upon request.

Content that is out of our control

While we aim to provide a consistent and accessible template for all events, some elements are controlled by our clients.
For example, clients are able to configure:

  • Font and background colours
  • Images, logos
  • Video and audio content using third-party tools

As a result, accessibility of customised event content may vary depending on client configuration.

Feedback and reporting accessibility issues

If you encounter any accessibility issues or have questions about this statement, please contact us at:

support@oxfordabstracts.com

We aim to respond within five working days.