Ogre History and Art Museum Accessibility Statement

The Ogre History and Art Museum (OHAM), in accordance with Cabinet of Ministers Regulations No. 445 of July 14, 2020, “Procedures for Institutions to Publish Information Online”, is committed to ensuring that the museum’s website is accessible to all visitors.

This accessibility statement applies to the website of the Ogre History and Art Museum:
https://ogresmuzejs.lv/eng

The accessibility assessment was carried out using a simplified accessibility evaluation, in accordance with the guidelines prepared by VARAM entitled “Guidelines for Assessing the Impact of Compliance with Accessibility Requirements for Institutional Websites and Justifying Disproportionate Burden”.

Compliance Status

The Ogre History and Art Museum website partially complies with Cabinet of Ministers Regulations No. 445.

Non-compliance with Accessibility Requirements

The following accessibility issues were identified during the website evaluation:

  • Some images and icons lack discernible alternative text (ALT).

  • In certain sections of the website, colour contrast is insufficient to ensure comfortable perception.

  • The main navigation does not fully comply with best practice principles (for example, the accessibility of certain sub-menus).

  • Keyboard navigation and visible focus indicators do not meet accessibility standards in some areas.

  • In some sections of the website, the heading structure is inconsistent and does not follow a clear semantic hierarchy.

  • In certain cases, dynamic content cannot be stopped, paused, or otherwise controlled.

This website was last evaluated on November 27, 2025.
The evaluation was carried out by the Digital Communication Specialist of the Ogre History and Art Museum.

Document confirming the evaluation:
Accessibility Evaluation Protocol (available upon request).

Feedback and Contact

If you notice any accessibility deficiencies not mentioned in this statement, or if you wish to receive content that is not accessible in an alternative format, please contact us:

Ogre History and Art Museum
Email: ogresmuzejs@ogresnovads.lv
Phone: +371 65024345
Address: Brīvības iela 36, Ogre, LV-5001

The museum will review your request and provide a response in accordance with the procedures set out in the Submissions Law.

Submitting a Complaint

If OHAM has not adequately responded to your submission or complaint regarding website accessibility, you have the right to contact the Ombudsman’s Office of the Republic of Latvia:

Email: tiesibsargs@tiesibsargs.lv
Phone: +371 67686768
Address: Baznīcas street 25, Rīga, LV-1010
Website: https://www.tiesibsargs.lv

Information on the Preparation of the Statement

Statement prepared: November 27, 2025.
Statement last updated: November 27, 2025.