Accessibility

I am a passionate advocate for accessibility and inclusivity. As a member of the low vision community, I know first hand how challenging it can be to interact with a world that is not always accessible to someone with a disability. I work with museums and cultural institutions to help increase inclusivity and accessibility for all individuals.

Accessibility Specialist

What I do:

  • Evaluate the accessibility of your institutions programs, environments, services, and devices

  • Assist in developing and implementing strategies to improve accessibility in your organization

  • Perform experiential low vision workshops with your team to increase understanding of visual impairments

  • Accessibility is the practice of making information, activities, and/or environments sensible, meaningful, and usable for as many people as possible.

    An accessibility user is anyone whose access is impeded by a temporary, recurring, or permanent condition, including but not limited to:

    Cognitive, Physical Mobility, Auditory, Verbal, or Ocular disabilities

    Age, Language, Culture, Education

    Economic position

    Technological aptitude and access

  • An Accessibility Consultant is someone who evaluates the appropriateness and usefulness of an accommodation. They work with clients to create innovative and practical accessibility solutions.

    Accessibility consultants have a wide range of responsibilities, which can include:

    Conducting environmental assessments of existing facilities to determine potential barriers to accessibility

    Developing plans for making existing facilities more accessible to people with disabilities

    Collaborating with management staff to develop policies and procedures to ensure compliance with ADA standards

    Recommending improvements to existing facilities or new construction projects to meet ADA guidelines

    Conducting training sessions on disability awareness and accommodation of those with disabilities

    Identifying and removing barriers to access in physical environments such as homes, businesses, schools, and hospitals

    Preparing reports on findings and recommendations for improving accessibility

Becoming Jane Goodall at Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County

Consultations

As a dedicated advocate for accessibility and inclusivity within museums and cultural institutions, I specialize in helping organizations enhance their practices to better serve diverse audiences. With a focus on incorporating universal design principles into museum spaces, integrating assistive technologies, and promoting representation, I offer tailored consultations to drive meaningful change.

Services Include:

  • Review Accessibility Vision: Assessing your project’s current accessibility goals and vision to ensure alignment with best practices and industry standards.

  • Programs, Services, and Device Evaluation: Comprehensive evaluations to assess the accessibility of your institution's programs, services, and devices, identifying areas for improvement.

  • Environmental Accessibility Evaluation: Thorough assessments of physical spaces to identify barriers to access and recommend practical solutions for a more inclusive environment.

  • Comprehensive Reporting: Detailed reports highlighting accessibility issues and actionable recommendations for improvement, ensuring clarity and transparency throughout the process.

  • Strategy Development and Implementation Assistance: Collaborative development of customized strategies to enhance accessibility across all facets of your organization, with hands-on support in implementing recommended strategies.

Low Vision Workshops

Low Vision Workshops are interactive learning experiences that help people understand and experience alternative ways of interacting with technology and their environments. By participating in one of these accessibility awareness workshops, your team will not only develop insight into the experiences of users with visual disabilities but will also be inspired to think about their work in new, more accessible ways.

Workshop Highlights:

  • Understanding Visual Impairments: Learning about different types of visual impairments and their impact on sight.

  • Experiencing Low Vision: Interacting with assistive technologies and experiencing firsthand the challenges faced by individuals with low vision.

  • Accessibility Challenges Walkthrough: Engaging in a guided walkthrough of a space to experience accessibility challenges from a low vision perspective.

  • Discussion and Solutions: Facilitated discussions on potential solutions and implementation strategies to improve accessibility in your organization.

Upon completion of the workshop, your team will receive a comprehensive Summary Report within 5 business days, outlining key takeaways and recommendations for enhancing accessibility.

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Let's work together to create a more inclusive and accessible world for all individuals.

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