NAME BADGES
The purpose of a name badge is to identify
people easily. As such, it should be easy to read! You should use a large, easy
to read font. Sans serif fonts are generally regarded as a good choice. Make
the name stand out and contrast well – avoid grey on grey! A font size of 18
points or bigger if you can make it fit would make a difference.
It’s not just people with sight impairments that
will thank you – but all of us who have tiring eyesight from staring at
computer screens all day!
VENUE
Is your venue accessible? This topic also could
be a post on its own. But here are some possible barriers to consider when
selecting a venue, or to address if you’ve already selected a venue that is not
as accessible as it could be. For in depth information, albeit very dry, refer
to the ADA Standards.
A shortened
checklist (PDF) could be used as a
reminder when visiting venues. . Don’t automatically assume that the venue is
accessible because it often holds conferences! Things are getting better, but
there’s often issues.
ACCESSIBLE ROUTE
Are there steps to get into and through the
venue? If so, is there an alternate way to get in and around? For example,
there was a conference that was held in the lower level of a large hotel.
Attendees reached the conference rooms by using an escalator. A wheelchair lift
had been installed recently, but it was kept locked so children couldn’t play
in it. People with reduced mobility needed to find a staff that knew where the
key was. This routinely took between 15 and 20 minutes each time. This is sub
optimal.
REGISTRATION DESK
How high is the registration desk? Is it a
regular table, or a taller reception desk? If it is a high surface, offer an
alternative location for wheelchair users or people of short stature to be able
to interact with staff/volunteers.
How have you made
your conference more accessible for all people?
If you are
interested in learning more about Accessibility
for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) or how to make accessibility a natural
part of your business through the application of Corporate Social Responsibility, please contact Sandra Broekhof @
416-579-1035 orsandra_broekhof@sympatico.ca
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