Head Start Information and Communication Center (HSICC) | HeadStart.gov is committed to ensuring digital accessibility to the widest possible audience, including those with disabilities.
To this end, we comply with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act. HSICC | HeadStart.gov follows standards and guidelines set forth by the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). We strive to continuously improve the experience for all of our users.
About Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act
In 1973, Congress passed the Rehabilitation Act, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in programs conducted by federal agencies. In 1998, Congress amended the Rehabilitation Act with Section 508. It requires federal agencies to make their electronic and information technology (EIT) accessible to people with disabilities.
In 2017, Section 508 was refreshed with a final rule that updated the requirements for information and communication technology used by federal agencies.
The law applies to all federal agencies when they develop, procure, maintain, or use EIT.
Efforts to Support Accessibility
HSICC | HeadStart.gov takes the following measures to ensure accessibility:
- Accessibility is part of our mission statement and guides our internal policies
- Continual accessibility training is provided for employees
- Clear accessibility targets and responsibilities exist within the organization
- Formal accessibility quality assurance methods exist within the organization
- We include people with disabilities in our user testing processes
- We use software that supports accessibility
Assessment Methods
HSICC | HeadStart.gov assessed the accessibility of this site using the following methods:
- Self-evaluation: Internally by the company
- External evaluation: By an external entity not involved in the design and development process
Feedback Process
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of this site. Please contact us via one of the following methods:
- Phone: 1-866-763-6481
- Email: HeadStart at eclkc dot info
- Address: 330 C St. SW, Suite 4416C, Washington, DC 20201
We aim to respond to feedback within five business days.
You are entitled to lodge a complaint to HSICC if you are dissatisfied with our response. To do so, please HeadStart at eclkc dot info.
More About Accessibility, the Rehabilitation Act, and Section 508
- Download Plug-Ins and System Requirements
- U.S. Access Board: About the Section 508 Standards: Information on Section 508 law, frequently asked questions, and standards
Formal Approval of This Accessibility Statement
Approved by:
Alana Buroff
Communications Lead | Office of Head Start
Administration for Children and Families | U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Last Updated: December 30, 2024