Accessible for All - Essential Tips for In-Person Events

06/05/2025 14 min Episodio 25
Accessible for All - Essential Tips for In-Person Events

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Episode Synopsis

In this second part of our accessibility series, we dive deep into how to make in-person events more inclusive and accessible for everyone. From venue access and seating arrangements to assistive listening devices and risk management plans, this episode covers everything you need to ensure your events are welcoming and comfortable for all guests.
Here's what you'll learn in this episode:
- How to choose and assess accessible venues
- Essential considerations for accessible parking, elevators, and restrooms
- Designing inclusive seating and signage
- Tips for making event materials and audio/visuals accessible
- Creating sensory-friendly spaces
- Ensuring safety and risk management for all attendees
- Why open communication with attendees is key
 
𝙍𝙀𝙎𝙊𝙐𝙍𝘾𝙀𝙎:
https://www.access-board.gov/ada/guides/chapter-6-toilet-rooms/
https://www.access-board.gov/ada/guides/chapter-4-elevators-and-platform-lifts/
https://www.access-board.gov/ada/guides/chapter-5-parking/#accessible-parking-space
https://youtu.be/F9Qt7LPMpwk
https://accessibility.cornell.edu/event-planning/accessible-meeting-and-event-checklist/
https://www.cornell.com/areaofrefugerequirements

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