Providing an inclusive online experience

North East London Cancer Alliance is providing an inclusive online experience to help website visitors to access online content and services barrier-free.

As part of our diversity and inclusion strategy, website visitors are now able to access a wide range of accessibility and language support tools to customise their digital experience through Recite Me assistive technology. 

The Recite Me assistive toolbar on the cancer alliance website includes screen reading functionality, multiple reading aids, personal styling options, and an on-demand live translation feature that boasts over 100 languages including the option to read the text out aloud.

Being able to offer an inclusive experience is essential to support over 25% of the population who may encounter barriers when exploring our website due to having a disability, learning difficulty, visual impairment, or if they speak English as a second language. 

Paul Thomas, Communications and Engagement Manager for North East London Cancer Alliance says: “North East London has one of the most diverse populations in England and so accessibility is extremely important to us. We are committed to ensuring all customers can access information and services in a way that best meets their individual needs.”

"Diversity and Inclusion are at the forefront of how we engage with our communities, and we are incredibly proud to be able to provide Recite Me’s innovative assistive technology across our website.”

The internet can be an incredibly intimidating place for those with access barriers, and those lacking the tools they need to adequately understand or communicate are at a significant disadvantage.  

Ross Linnett Recite Me’s Founder and CEO commented, “It is important to provide an inclusive online experience, where everyone can use our digital world in a way in which best suits their needs. As more organizations provide accessibility tools online, those who face online barriers can access information and services hassle-free. The digital world must be accessible for all.” 

To explore our accessibility support tool, visit https://www.nelcanceralliance.nhs.uk/ and click the Accessibility and Language  button in the top centre of the website.

For more information about how to use this tool bar, visit our webpage: https://www.nelcanceralliance.nhs.uk/accessibility-language-toolbar

Watch a short demonstration video on using the Recite Me toolbar.