New accessibility scheme launched for Irish arts and culture
A transformative cross-border initiative has been unveiled to remove participation barriers for disabled, deaf and neurodivergent audiences. Arts & Disability Ireland will spearhead the pioneering pilot programme across venues nationwide starting next year.
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A pioneering initiative designed to transform accessibility across the creative industries has officially been announced by the Arts Council. The programme, titled All In / Uile Ann, aims to dismantle long-standing barriers and significantly improve cultural experiences for disabled, deaf and neurodivergent individuals visiting theatres, galleries, and museums across these islands. By introducing a streamlined digital membership system, patrons will soon be able to share their access requirements just once during the booking process, eliminating the frustrating need to repeat details for every individual venue.
Arts & Disability Ireland has been appointed as the dedicated gateway organisation to manage the upcoming pilot phase and subsequent nationwide rollout. Subscribing venues will also gain access to the region's first ever set of dedicated accessibility standards, alongside vital skills development resources and expert specialist support. This collaborative effort unites major funding bodies across the UK and Ireland to foster a truly inclusive cultural landscape, ensuring that artistic spaces warmly welcome everyone.
Dr Rosaleen McDonagh, Arts Council Board member and initiative champion, hailed the appointment as a milestone moment for equity in the arts. Meanwhile, executive director Pádraig Naughton emphasised that the organisation is thrilled to collaborate with cultural institutions over the coming years to cultivate consistently welcoming environments shaped by lived experiences. Further details and venue subscription guidelines are available on the official Arts Council website.
Arts & Disability Ireland has been appointed as the dedicated gateway organisation to manage the upcoming pilot phase and subsequent nationwide rollout. Subscribing venues will also gain access to the region's first ever set of dedicated accessibility standards, alongside vital skills development resources and expert specialist support. This collaborative effort unites major funding bodies across the UK and Ireland to foster a truly inclusive cultural landscape, ensuring that artistic spaces warmly welcome everyone.
Dr Rosaleen McDonagh, Arts Council Board member and initiative champion, hailed the appointment as a milestone moment for equity in the arts. Meanwhile, executive director Pádraig Naughton emphasised that the organisation is thrilled to collaborate with cultural institutions over the coming years to cultivate consistently welcoming environments shaped by lived experiences. Further details and venue subscription guidelines are available on the official Arts Council website.
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