Accessibility Statement
General Information about the Website
The International Network for Disengagement and Exit (INDEX) is a network of professionals from around the world who work in the field of tertiary prevention related to extremism. It serves as a forum for sharing knowledge and jointly addressing challenges in this sector. In addition, it is the world’s first association of practitioners in this field.
Violence Prevention Network acts as the secretariat for INDEX and is responsible for:
- Organising member meetings and developing a network that meets the needs of its members
- Jointly developing products and solutions for the benefit of all members
- Representing the interests of the members vis-à-vis other stakeholders
Use of Our Online Services
The website provides:
- Information about the INDEX project and its objectives as a forum for sharing knowledge and jointly addressing challenges in the field of deradicalisation and prevention
- Resources, publications, and background materials for professionals, practitioners, and interested individuals
- Insights into project activities, research findings, and cooperation networks
- Access to downloadable materials and documentation
- Contact options for enquiries and further information
Navigation is provided via the main menu and the footer area. Key content is generally accessible within a maximum of three clicks.
Scope of This Statement
This accessibility statement applies to the website published under the domain www.in-dex.org and all associated subpages and subdomains (e.g., blog.domain.de, app.domain.de), provided they are attributable to the same provider.
Responsible entity:
Violence Prevention Network gGmbH
Alt-Reinickendorf 25
13407 Berlin
post@violence-prevention-network.de
+49 30 917 05 464
Our Commitment
Accessibility today is an integral part of modern websites – it is a quality feature, enhances user experience, and ensures legal compliance. Enabling full access for all user groups reflects our understanding of digital responsibility and social inclusion.
Our Approach
- Semantically correct front end: clean HTML structures, meaningful ARIA roles, consistent component logic
- Conceptual accessibility: focus guidance, logical tab order, keyboard operability, understandable interactions
- Editorial clarity: clear language, legible typography, descriptive links, alternative texts
- Accessible media: videos with transcripts and subtitles, high-contrast thumbnails, visual descriptions where applicable
- Technical compatibility with assistive technologies: support for prefers-reduced-motion and other system-based user preferences
- Sustainable development: regular audits, action plans, and continuous maintenance of digital accessibility
Applicable Standards
- German Ordinance on Accessible Information Technology (BITV 2.0)
- German Equal Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities Act (BGG)
- Directive (EU) 2016/2102
- WCAG 2.1 – aiming for conformance level AA+
Audit Currently in Progress
Status: This website is currently undergoing a comprehensive accessibility audit.
Target: WCAG 2.1 conformance level AA
Planned completion: August 2025
All content and functions are being evaluated based on the four principles of WCAG 2.1:
- Perceivable
- Operable
- Understandable
- Robust
After completion, we will:
- Document the actual level of conformance
- List any existing barriers
- Publish a binding action plan with a timeline
Regardless of the audit, it remains our goal to progressively reduce existing barriers and to adapt protected content to WCAG 2.1 AA requirements wherever technically and economically feasible.
Optimisation Strategy
Our optimisation strategy is based on WCAG 2.1 conformance level AA and, where technically and editorially appropriate, additionally aims to implement selected criteria from level AAA (AA+).
- New content and features shall be designed to be accessible.
- Existing components shall be revised for accessibility whenever technically, functionally, or visually updated.
- Editorial maintenance and updates shall be carried out with an awareness of accessibility requirements.
- Voluntary enhancements in line with selected WCAG 2.1 AAA criteria shall be implemented where technically, visually, and economically feasible.
This component-based and continuous improvement process serves to sustainably enhance digital accessibility in line with the legal and normative frameworks of BITV 2.0, BGG, Directive (EU) 2016/2102, and WCAG 2.1 – without impairing system stability or user experience.
An overview of identified optimisation potentials and planned measures with timelines will be published in this statement after completion of the audit.
Testing Procedure & Methodology
- Manual Testing
- Keyboard operability
- Screen reader tests (VoiceOver, NVDA, JAWS)
- Focus guidance and visual orientation
- Automated Tools
- Axe
- Lighthouse
- WAVE
- Conceptual Analysis
- Structure, navigation, semantic markup logic
- Assistive technology compatibility
- Editorial Review
- Language, alternative texts, ARIA attributes, clarity
More information about the testing procedure is available upon request.
Objective: AA+ as Standard
Our objective is to reliably meet the legal requirements of WCAG 2.1 level AA and additionally implement selected elements of enhanced digital accessibility (partially WCAG 2.1 AAA) where appropriate and technically feasible.
Implementation will occur through re-audits, module-specific updates, and project-related maintenance processes. All relevant measures, deadlines, and responsibilities will be documented transparently.
Technical Requirements
This website is optimised for current browser generations (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge) and supports adaptive technologies such as screen readers and zoom functions. System-level settings (e.g., reduced motion) are considered wherever technically possible.
Reporting Barriers
This website is undergoing an ongoing accessibility audit. Identified optimisation potentials and planned measures will be published after completion of the audit.
If you encounter any accessibility issues not listed here or have suggestions for improvement, please let us know. To help us process your feedback, please indicate the page or function concerned.
Contact:
barrierefreiheit@violence-prevention-network.de
+49 30 917 05 464
Response time: within 10 working days
Notice on the Mediation Procedure (§ 16 BGG)
If no satisfactory solution is achieved after contacting us, you can initiate a mediation procedure under § 16 of the German Equal Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities Act (BGG). The BGG Mediation Service mediates conflicts on digital accessibility between affected individuals and the responsible entity.
Contact for Mediation Service BGG:
030 18 527-2805
info@schlichtungsstelle-bgg.de
www.schlichtungsstelle-bgg.de
The procedure is free of charge. Legal representation is not required.
Notice Regarding This Accessibility Statement
This accessibility statement is based on a template provided by ALEKS & SHANTU GmbH, which also conducts the accessibility audit of this website.