Architectural Accessibility
Kordegarda. Gallery of the National Centre for Culture, 15/17 Krakowskie Przedmieście Street, Warsaw
The building has one main entrance from Krakowskie Przedmieście Street, located at ground level (Level 0). For individuals with mobility impairments, a doorbell is installed at the entrance to summon assistance from staff, who will provide help entering the building.
Two parking spaces for persons with disabilities are located 60 meters away on the opposite side of Krakowskie Przedmieście Street, near the Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Assistance dogs and guide dogs are welcome in the Gallery.
The Gallery does not have a public restroom available for visitors.
The Gallery lacks Braille signage, high-contrast markings, or enlarged print for individuals who are blind or visually impaired. However, Polish Sign Language (PJM) interpretation is available online at the reception desk.
Induction loops are not installed in the Gallery.
Website Accessibility
Kordegarda. Gallery of the National Centre for Culture
Kordegarda. The National Centre for Culture Gallery is committed to ensuring its website complies with the Act of April 4, 2019, on the digital accessibility of websites and mobile applications of public entities. This accessibility statement applies to the website kordegarda.org.
Website Publication and Update Dates
Date of website publication: December 13, 2024
Date of the last significant update: December 13, 2024
Compliance Status
The website is partially compliant with the Act of April 4, 2019, on digital accessibility, meeting 85.4% of WCAG 2.1 Level AA requirements.
Available Website Features
Designed according to WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards.
Responsive design ensures usability on mobile devices.
All website functionalities are adapted for touchscreens.
An intuitive CMS administrative panel for content management is provided.
Optimized for fast loading times and security.
Features include tools to adjust contrast, change text size, and enable other accessibility aids.
Compatible with screen readers.
Allows navigation using only a keyboard.
Multimedia elements (audio and video) are partially adapted for accessibility:
Audio descriptions accompany physical exhibits and digital “Broadcasts” where feasible.
Curatorial texts are also available in MP3 and audio formats.
Subtitles are provided for video materials.
Content Translation
The website is available in two languages: Polish and English.
Translations of all static elements of the website include:
- Navigation menus,
- Headers and footers,
- Section and subpage titles.
Translations are accessibility-compliant, ensuring proper functionality with browsers and screen readers.
Accessible Downloadable Files
Downloadable materials, such as regulations and informational brochures, comply with WCAG standards. If accessibility issues arise, alternative formats can be provided upon request.
Feedback and Contact Information
For any accessibility issues, please contact Michał Rydzewski, Accessibility Coordinator at the National Centre for Culture:
Email: nck@nck.pl
Phone: +48 22 350 95 75
You may also submit requests for unavailable information or file complaints regarding accessibility through the above channels.
Accessibility Statement Prepared By
This statement was prepared based on an external assessment conducted by Foreto Michał Kochański.
Technologies and Browser Compatibility
The website is optimized for use with the latest versions of browsers, including Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Opera, Safari, and mobile browsers.
Date of Declaration Preparation
December 13, 2024.
Prepared based on an external assessment by Foreto Michał Kochański.
