Accessibility Statement
This statement was last updated on Sol 142, Year 2187.
We at the Mars Planetary Council are working to make our site accessible to people with disabilities.
The Mars Planetary Council (MPC) is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all Martian residents, visitors, and interplanetary users. We strive to make our website and online services inclusive, user-friendly, and compatible with assistive technologies across all colonies and orbital stations.
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Our Commitment
We aim to comply with the Interplanetary Digital Accessibility Standards (IDAS), modeled after Earth’s WCAG 2.1 guidelines, adapted for Martian environments and technologies. Our goal is to provide equitable access regardless of:
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Sensory or mobility impairments
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Cognitive or neurological conditions
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Environmental limitations (e.g., low gravity, radiation shielding)
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Device type (e.g., holo-tablets, rover consoles, neural uplinks)
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Accessibility Features
Our website includes:
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Voice navigation compatible with Martian Neural Interface Systems (MNIS)
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High-contrast mode for low-light dome environments
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Text-to-speech and speech-to-text integration
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Adjustable font sizes and layout scaling
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Real-time translation across Martian dialects and Earth languages​
Feedback and Support
We welcome feedback to improve accessibility.
If you encounter barriers or require assistance, please contact:
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MPC Accessibility Division
Sector 3,
Olympus Mons
Administrative Dome
Email: accessibility@mpc.mars
Comm Line: +99 2187 555 0433
HoloChat: @MPC_Access
Ongoing Improvements
We conduct regular audits using AI-driven accessibility scanners and engage with Martian residents to ensure our services evolve with user needs and technological advancements.