Accessibility
Accommodations request
StreetWise Women™ is designed to be participation-friendly. Tell us what you need — physically, sensorially or emotionally — and we will build it into your session wherever reasonably possible.
Accessibility statement
Our commitment to accessible training
Iron Defence Academy is committed to delivering StreetWise Women™ in a way that respects the dignity, independence and privacy of every participant. We follow the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code, and we accommodate to the point of undue hardship.
Venue access
In-person sessions are booked in step-free, ground-floor or elevator-served venues with accessible washrooms and seating. Venue access details are confirmed in writing before every session.
Flexible participation
Every physical drill has a seated, low-impact or observe-only alternative. No participant is required to demonstrate a technique to complete the course.
Communication supports
Materials are available in large print, plain language and screen-reader-friendly digital formats. ASL interpretation, live captioning and assistive listening can be arranged with notice.
Trauma-informed delivery
Content warnings are given before sensitive material, breaks are built into every session, and participants may step out and return at any time without explanation.
Support persons and service animals
Support persons attend at no additional cost and service animals are welcome at all in-person sessions.
Digital accessibility
This website targets WCAG 2.1 Level AA: keyboard-operable navigation, visible focus states, descriptive alt text and text contrast that meets AA minimums.
Feedback on the accessibility of our sessions, venues or website is welcome and is reviewed by the lead instructor. Email foluwa.rewane@irondefencesecurity.ca. Alternate formats of any course material are available on request at no extra cost.
Response-time expectations
What happens after you submit
2 business days
Acknowledgement
We confirm we received your request and who is handling it.
5 business days
Accommodation plan
We confirm what we can provide, or propose an alternative.
10 business days
Complex requests
Interpretation, venue changes or third-party supports may take longer.
Before session day
Final confirmation
Your plan is confirmed with the instructor at least 48 hours ahead.
Business days are Monday to Friday, excluding Ontario statutory holidays. Requests submitted less than 5 business days before a session are accommodated where feasible; if we cannot meet a need in time, we will offer a transfer to a later session at no cost.
Request form
Tell us what you need
You do not need to disclose a diagnosis or provide medical documentation. Share only what helps us support you. Requests are handled confidentially by the program lead.
Already enrolled?
Accommodations can be requested at any time
Needs change. You can submit a request before enrolling, after booking, or between modules — the response timelines above apply either way.