Digital Access: Key Elements for Inclusion of Disabled People

TICKET ORDERING NOTE:

*When signing up, go to "Select a Date" and select the July date. Then, you will be prompted to select tickets on the following screen. There, you will be able to sign up for any of the dates in the series, and will be able to sign up for multiple dates on one screen. You can sign up for any number of disability events sessions. Please contact kat@inclusiveartsvermont.org with any questions.

Digital Access: Key Elements for Inclusion of Disabled People

The pandemic drastically changed how organizations deliver programming. Cultural organizations were challenged to continue offering programs in new digital ways with little to no prior knowledge of how to do so.

There is a misconception that virtual programs are inherently more accessible for disabled people. The thought is that eliminating physical barriers like transportation makes it easier to attend. This is true for many. However, accessibility is more than getting in the door.

In partnership with Vermont Arts Council, Inclusive Arts Vermont presents Digital Access: Key Elements for Inclusion of Disabled People. This program is a series of workshops using IAV’s unique interactive and conversational teaching style. A week after each workshop, IAV will host office hours where participants can ask in-depth questions.

Workshop recordings will be available on VAC’s YouTube channel.

Participation is free to Vermont non-profit arts and culture organizations. This workshop series is supported with funds from the state of Vermont legislature.

ACCESSIBILITY: All workshop disability events sessions will feature auto captioning and live verbal description. For additional accommodation requests, please contact Heidi Swevens: Heidi@inclusiveartsvermont.org, 802-238-5170

Workshop Topic Calendar:

All workshops will be held on the first Tuesday of the month from 9:30-10:30am Facilitators join the meeting 15 minutes before the start time and stay on 15 minutes after to respond to questions and comments.

All office hours will be held on the second Tuesday of the month from 9:30-10:30am.

• November 2: Disability Awareness & Ableism
• December 7: Communication: The Power of Language & Disability Etiquette
• January 4: Creating Alt Text & Verbal Descriptions
• February 1: Beyond the Physical: Meeting Sensory Needs
• March 1: Accessible Zoom Meetings & Events
• April 5: Accessible Web Design
• May 3: Accessible Social Media
• June 7: Graphic Design & Marketing Practices
• July 5: Creating an Accessibility Action Plan

*You may sign up for any number of workshops (choose 1, 3...9, whatever works best for your learning and your schedule). Choose whichever dates and topics work for you. You can also continue to sign up for workshops as dates get closer.