The Museum of Natural History Iași is firmly committed to ensuring the digital accessibility of the institutional website for all user categories, including people with disabilities, in accordance with OUG no. 112/2018, which transposes into national legislation Directive (EU) 2016/2102 on the accessibility of the websites and mobile applications of public sector bodies.
The site belongs to and is managed by:
The Museum of Natural History Iași
An institution under the administration of The “Alexandru Ioan Cuza” University of Iași (UAIC)
UAIC holds the status of a public higher education institution and a personal data operator, in accordance with European and national regulations in force.
Scope of the declaration
This declaration applies to the museum’s official website: https://minis.uaic.ro.
Compliance status
The website of the Museum of Natural History Iași is partially compliant with the requirements of WCAG 2.1 – level AA, adopted by the European standard EN 301 549. The identified non-conformities are monitored and will be gradually resolved.
Inaccessible content
The following elements may pose accessibility challenges:
- archive images or digitized documents without complete alternative descriptions;
- PDF materials or historical documents not optimized for screen readers;
- older multimedia content without captions or transcripts;
- certain graphic components with insufficient contrast;
- forms and interactive elements without appropriate labeling for assistive technologies.
Technical accessibility features
The site is equipped with an accessibility plugin, available throughout the site, which includes:
- full keyboard navigation;
- options to adjust contrast and colors;
- text size adjustment;
- other functionalities designed to facilitate the experience of people with disabilities.
Feedback and contact information
To report accessibility issues or to request information in alternative formats, users may contact:
The Museum of Natural History Iași
Independenței Boulevard no. 16, Iași, 700101
Phone: 0232 201 339
E-mail: minis@uaic.ro
The institution will respond to requests within a maximum of 15 working days, according to legal provisions.
Escalation procedure
If the response is unsatisfactory, users may file complaints with:
The Authority for the Digitization of Romania (ADR)
Italiană Street no. 22, Sector 2, Bucharest
E-mail: comunicare@adr.gov.ro
Website: adr.gov.ro
ADR is the responsible authority for monitoring and enforcing the accessibility requirements stipulated by OUG no. 112/2018.
Declaration date
This declaration was drafted on 6 December 2025 and will be periodically reviewed.
Institutional commitment
The Museum of Natural History Iași, within the “Alexandru Ioan Cuza” University of Iași, reaffirms its commitment to promoting equal access to its online information and services and to continuously improving the user experience, regardless of abilities.
