Accessibility Statement
This digital accessibility statement applies to the website of theInternational Career Service Rhein-Main(ICS RM), which can be accessed via the link https://ics-rm.de/.
The provider of the ICS RM website on behalf of the Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences, Goethe University Frankfurt, Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences, Hochschule RheinMain and Technical University of Darmstadt (in the context of the joint project International Career Service Rhein-Main ) is the
Johann Wolfgang Goethe University Frankfurt am Main
Theodor-W.-Adorno-Platz 1
60323 Frankfurt am Main
Phone 049-69-798-0
info@ics-rm.de
represented by the President of Goethe University, Prof. Dr. Enrico Schleiff.
Goethe University Frankfurt has concluded a contract for order processing with the internet agency kreativdenker GmbH. The contact for the website is the Career, Scholarships, and Awards Department in the International Studies and Teaching Division,https://www.uni-frankfurt.de/104905315/Karriere__Stipendien_und_Preise.
As a public body within the meaning of Directive (EU) 2016/2102, we strive to make our websites and mobile applications accessible in accordance with the provisions of the Hessian Disability Equality Act (HessBGG) and the Hessian Ordinance on Accessible Information Technology (BITV HE 2019) for the implementation of Directive (EU) 2016/2102.
Theodor-W.-Adorno-Platz 1
60323 Frankfurt am Main
Phone 049-69-798-0
info@ics-rm.de
Preparation of this accessibility statement
This declaration was created on September 1, 2025.
Status of compliance with requirements
The accessibility requirements are based on Section 3, paragraphs 1 to 4, and Section 4 of the BITV HE 2019, which was enacted on the basis of Section 14 of the HessBGG.
Compliance with the requirements will be verified on the basis of a self-assessment carried out between March 2025 and June 2025.
Non-accessible content
Most of the WCAG 2.1 requirements are met; however, some points do not yet fully comply with the recommended standard (AA) or the extended level (AAA). Level (AAA) criteria are not mandatory. Existing barriers are to be removed gradually.
Incompatibility with BITV HE 2019
As a public university, we must meet at least the WCAG criteria (AA). Some categories can only reach level (A) at most. The content listed below is incompatible with Section 3 (1) of the BITV HE 2019 and is not accessible for the following reasons:
Advanced (AAA):
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Applicable, recommended standard (AA):
Color contrasts and readability:
All text and graphic elements stand out clearly from the background. The minimum contrast ratio of 4.5:1 is maintained. In addition, attention has been paid to good image quality and clear text display to ensure readability on all devices.
Partially applicable, minimum standard (A):
Clear structure and headings:
The page structure was designed in accordance with WCAG 2.1 guidelines, with a clear hierarchy of headings (H1, H2, H3, etc.).
Alternative texts for images:
All images used are provided with meaningful alternative texts (alt texts) so that screen readers can read the content in full. This ensures that image-based information is also accessible to visually impaired people.
No flashing or moving elements:
The website does not contain any flashing, flickering, or automatically moving elements. This prevents potential visual overload and barriers for users with neurological impairments.
Not applicable:
Multimedia content (videos) (AA)
Description: Most of the videos embedded on the website were created by ICS RM itself and published via the YouTube platform. ICS RM is responsible for the editorial content of these videos. Some of these videos are currently still available without subtitles or text transcripts.
Measures: Subtitles will be added retrospectively and, where possible, transcripts will be provided for existing videos. For new productions, subtitling will be taken into account during the publication process.
Schedule: Expected mid-2026.
Accessible alternative: In progress.
Accessibility of forms (AA)
Description: Web content should be enriched with ARIA roles and attributes to provide screen readers with additional information. These are missing here.
Measures: Integration of ARIA roles
Schedule: Expected mid-2026
Accessible alternative: In progress
Missing ARIA attributes (AA)
Description: Page elements cannot be recognized by screen readers.
Measures: Add the missing ARIA attributes to the HTML code.
Schedule: Expected mid-2026
Accessible alternative: None, as ARIA information is an integral part of accessibility.
Flexible font sizes (AA)
Description: Users should be able to adjust the font size without display problems
Measures: Flexible adjustment of font sizes
Schedule: Expected mid-2026
Accessible alternative: In progress
Disproportionate burden
The following sections are not designed to be barrier-free, as this would constitute a disproportionate burden in accordance with Section 3 (5) BITV HE 2019:
Subsection: Complete plain language version of the entire website (AAA)
Description: A complete translation of all content into plain language.
Reason: Due to the size and dynamic updating of the website, a complete translation into plain language would be disproportionate in terms of cost and personnel.
Accessible alternative: Simplified summaries of key information. This is currently located in the footer (A).
No use case
The following content does not fall within the scope of Section 3 (1) BITV HE 2019:
Content: External third-party content (e.g., embedded videos, social media feeds).
Description: This content is outside the editorial control of the website and cannot be made completely accessible.
Accessible alternative: Links to accessible original sources or textual content summaries.
Date of creation of the accessibility statement
This statement was created on September 1, 2025, and was last reviewed and updated on November 11, 2025.
Feedback and inquiries regarding digital accessibility
Would you like to inform us of any remaining barriers or request non-accessible content in an accessible format? Then please write to us, stating the website you visited and the browser you used:
Report a barrier:info@ics-rm.de