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class="section__container"> <div class="section__content"> <div class="columns large-12"> <h1>Web accessibility at UQ</h1> <p class="lead-text"> We strive to ensure that UQ鈥檚 digital experiences are inclusive and accessible. </p> <p> We aim for a minimum level AA as defined by the <a href="https://www.w3.org/TR/WCAG22/" >Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.2)</a >. </p> <p> With your feedback, we can ensure our digital products are equally accessible to all users. </p> <h2>Report an issue</h2> <p> Contact us about any accessibility issues you have found with a UQ website or app. </p> <p>You can contact us by:</p> <ul> <li> email <a href="mailto:webservices@uq.edu.au">webservices@uq.edu.au</a >. </li> <li>phone <a href="tel:+61733656000">+61 7 336 56000</a>.</li> </ul> <p>When you report an issue, make sure you include:</p> <ul> <li>a screenshot.</li> <li>a description of the problem.</li> <li>where you found the problem.</li> <li>what computer hardware, software and settings 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