Accessibility Statement for the School of Pharmacy Website

In recent years, websites have become the primary platform for publishing information and offering a range of services to the public.
The School of Pharmacy is located within the Faculty of Medicine on the Ein Kerem campus of the Hebrew University, adjacent to the Hadassah Ein Kerem Medical Center.
The School is committed to excellence in teaching and research. We strive to train pharmacists and researchers in the field of pharmaceutical sciences by providing extensive foundational and professional knowledge, while fostering a sense of community responsibility.

The School is committed to physical accessibility and accessible services in accordance with legal requirements. Our goal in making the website accessible is to create equal opportunities in the digital space for individuals with diverse disabilities and those who use assistive technologies while browsing the internet.

Accessibility Adjustments on the Website


This website has been adapted for accessibility in accordance with the recommendations of the Israeli Standard (IS 5568) and the AA level of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.0), as published by the international organization W3C, which oversees internet standards.
The adjustments made to the site were tested using the most common browsers: Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge. For an optimal browsing experience with screen reader software, we recommend using the latest version of NVDA.

To make the website accessible to people with disabilities, numerous actions were taken, including:

  • Adapting the site for easy and convenient keyboard navigation.
  • Using a clear and prominent outline when receiving focus during keyboard navigation.
  • Applying appropriate visual contrast between text and background colors.
  • Tagging headings in a correct hierarchical structure according to the content and page layout.

Adjustments made for users who use screen reader software:

  • Adding appropriate alternative text to images on the site.
  • Using suitable headings and tagging them according to the content and page structure.
  • Using clear and appropriate labels in the contact form fields.
  • Using simple and clear language throughout the site.
  • Using the aria-label command to adapt the site’s content for screen reader software.

Accessibility consulting and support for the School of Pharmacy website was provided by the WEB-A team, specializing in accessibility for websites, apps, and advanced systems.

Accessibility Arrangements


The School of Pharmacy is committed to adapting its facilities for accessibility. Among other features, the building offers wheelchair access to lecture halls and student services offices. Elevators are designed for individuals with visual impairments and feature floor number announcements and audio alerts that activate when doors open and close.

The school staff believes that every person with a disability should be able to use the website equally, enjoyably, and meaningfully.
Special changes and adjustments have been made to this site using the most advanced and suitable technology for the needs of our users and visitors. However, it is essential to note that some elements may not be fully accessible or are currently being made accessible.

Encountered an inaccessible element on the site? Don't hesitate to get in touch with us, and we will review it and make improvements as soon as possible, providing you with the best service quickly, personally, and to your satisfaction.

For inquiries regarding website accessibility, please contact:
Matan Goldner
📧 matangoldn@savion.huji.ac.il
📞 02-6757252

Accessibility Coordinator Contact Information


The Hebrew University operates an Accessibility Unit under the Dean of Students.
The Accessibility Coordinator for the Ein Kerem campus is Hen Kahana-Evron.

All communications with the Accessibility Coordinator are kept strictly confidential in accordance with medical privacy regulations.
For further inquiries, questions, or special requests regarding website or school accessibility, you can contact her via:

Accessibility Statement Last Updated: Sep. 2nd 2025

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