Accessibility
We want everyone to be able to participate in the ESC Cardio GEnomics 2026 Congress, both online and on site. The European Society of Cardiology is committed to making the digital services available at www.esc365.congress-online.com accessible in accordance with the German Accessibility Strengthening Act (Barrierefreiheitsstärkungsgesetz, BFSG) and the associated ordinance (BFSGV).
Scope of this information
This information appliess to the website www.esc365.congress-online.com, in particular to
- online registration and booking,
- the “My Congress” user account,
- the online programme,
- newsletter registration.
The website is provided using the CO CONGRESS ONLINE® platform of GLOBIT – Global Information Technology GmbH.
Accessibility measures
We follow the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1. The requirements of conformance level A have been implemented, and we are continuing to work towards level AA. We regularly review and improve the accessibility of our digital services.
When updating the content and design of this website, we pay particular attention to the following aspects:
- Clear page structure and heading hierarchy: Content is organised using a clear and logical heading hierarchy to make it easier to navigate the website and use it with assistive technologies.
- Alternative text for images: Images that convey relevant information are provided with meaningful alternative text. Purely decorative images are marked accordingly so that they can be ignored by assistive technologies.
- Sufficient colour contrast: Text and interactive elements are checked for sufficient colour contrast and adjusted where necessary.
- Clear links and controls: Links and buttons are labelled as clearly and meaningfully as possible so that their purpose can be understood independently of the surrounding text.
- Keyboard accessibility and visible focus: Interactive elements are checked to ensure that they can be operated using a keyboard and that keyboard focus is clearly visible.
- Readability when zoomed: Content and interactive elements are checked to ensure that they remain usable when the page is zoomed and across different screen sizes.
Accessibility is taken into account as part of the ongoing development and maintenance of the website. Existing content and functionality are reviewed progressively and, where necessary and technically feasible, improved to enhance accessibility.
Third-party content
Our website contains content provided by speakers, exhibitors and partners. This may include presentation materials, company logos and links to external services. We have limited control over the accessibility of such third-party content.
Have you encountered an accessibility barrier?
Please let us know if you encounter any accessibility issues when using our website. Your feedback helps us identify and address specific barriers.
CPO HANSER SERVICE GmbH
Paulsborner Straße 44
14193 Berlin
Germany
+49 30 300 669-0
esccardiogenomics2026@cpo-hanser.de
We will confirm receipt of your message and usually respond within 14 days.
Alternative ways to register
If you are unable to register online, you can register by phone at +49 30 300669-0 or by email at esccardiogenomics2026@cpo-hanser.de. We will be happy to assist you with your registration.
Conciliation procedure
If you are not satisfied with our response, you can contact the Conciliation Body under the German Disability Equality Act (Schlichtungsstelle BGG). The procedure is free of charge.
Conciliation Body under the Disability Equality Act (Schlichtungsstelle BGG)
at the Office of the Federal Government Commissioner for Matters relating to Persons with Disabilities
Mauerstraße 53
10117 Berlin
Germany
Last updated: September 2026
