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<p>[https://exaequo.net/ Ex Aequo] distinguishes accessibility from adaptation:<br></p> | |||
:<span style="">Adaptation would consist of changes made in order to </span>'''<span style="">accommodate </span>'''<span style="">people in relation to “an environment, a communication, a program, or an already existing service</span><span style=""> ”.</span> | :<span style="">Adaptation would consist of changes made in order to </span>'''<span style="">accommodate </span>'''<span style="">people in relation to “an environment, a communication, a program, or an already existing service</span><span style=""> ”.</span> | ||
::''<span style="">We adapt when we build a subway with only stairs, then add elevators several years later.</span>'' | ::''<span style="">We adapt when we build a subway with only stairs, then add elevators several years later.</span>'' | ||
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| | | <p><span style="">In a universally accessible place, </span><span>'''a person in a '''</span><span>'''wheelchair '''</span><span>'''can move around in all the rooms and access a toilet'''</span><span style="">.</span><span></span><br></p> | ||
*<span style="">Doors must be 800mm minimum</span><br> | *<span style="">Doors must be 800mm minimum</span><br> | ||
*<span style="">The dimensions of a toilet cubicle must be 1500 x 1500mm minimum</span><br> | *<span style="">The dimensions of a toilet cubicle must be 1500 x 1500mm minimum</span><br> | ||
::<span style="">Concerning the detailed criteria for infrastructures to be universally accessible, consult </span>[https://www.keroul.qc.ca/section/7-fiches-techniques-illustrees.html Kéroul's technical sheets]<p><span style="">(parking, signage and displays, accessible entrance, reception desk, hall, outdoor event, etc.)</span><br></p> | ::<span style="">Concerning the detailed criteria for infrastructures to be universally accessible, consult </span>[https://www.keroul.qc.ca/section/7-fiches-techniques-illustrees.html Kéroul's technical sheets]<p><span style="">(parking, signage and displays, accessible entrance, reception desk, hall, outdoor event, etc.)</span><br></p> | ||
<p><br><span style="">In a universally accessible place, there is a | <p><br><span style="">In a universally accessible place, there is a </span>'''<span style="">place to leave </span><span style="">strollers.</span>'''<span style=""></span></p> | ||
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| | | <p><span style="">The entrance to the place must be a single storey or equipped with an access ramp and must be at </span><span style="">least 800 mm</span><span style=""> wide .</span></p> | ||
<p><span style="">All paths that the person must take must be obstacle-free and must have a clear width of at least </span><span style="">920 mm</span><span style=""> .</span></p> | <p><span style="">All paths that the person must take must be obstacle-free and must have a clear width of at least </span><span style="">920 mm</span><span style=""> .</span></p> | ||
<p><span style="">Check if the place is not under construction or renovation, which could make the space temporarily inaccessible.</span></p> | <p><span style="">Check if the place is not under construction or renovation, which could make the space temporarily inaccessible.</span></p> | ||
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| | | <p><span style="">Provide </span><span>'''babysitting service'''</span><span style="">.</span></p> | ||
<p><span style="">Offer an | <p><span style="">Offer an </span>'''<span style="">interpreter service</span>'''<span style="">.</span></p> | ||
<p><span style="">Provide a | <p><span style="">Provide a </span>'''<span style="">space with low sensory stimulation</span>'''<span style="">.</span></p> | ||
<p><span style="">In buses, provide space for children's | <p><span style="">In buses, provide space for children's </span>'''<span style="">pushchairs</span>'''<span style="">.</span></p> | ||
<p><br>''<span style="">In case of | <p><br>''<span style="">In case of </span>'''<span style="">food </span>'''<span>offered...</span>''</p> | ||
*<span style="">Plan meals that do not need to be cut out and that respect the dietary restrictions of the participants.</span><br> | *<span style="">Plan meals that do not need to be cut out and that respect the dietary restrictions of the participants.</span><br> | ||
*<span style="">Display its ingredients and specificities in advance.</span><br> | *<span style="">Display its ingredients and specificities in advance.</span><br> | ||
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<span style="">Creating a safe space</span><p><span style=""> | <span style="">Creating a safe space</span><p><span style="">According to [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Bt6SVDG3DhqfCs0TDihFYdWK5Fc3TmsAVG4dqIZTueA/edit UK Mutual Aid], there are things groups can do to ensure that people can feel most comfortable coming to an event and expressing their concerns in the context of racism...</span></p> | ||
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[https://www.actioncanadashr.org/resources/sexual-health-info/hub/ta-sante-sexuelle Action Canada for Sexual Health & Rights] | [https://www.actioncanadashr.org/resources/sexual-health-info/hub/ta-sante-sexuelle Action Canada for Sexual Health & Rights] | ||
<p><span style="">In order for people living in poverty to feel most comfortable coming to an event and voicing their concerns within the framework of it...</span></p> | <p><span style="">In order for people living in poverty to feel most comfortable coming to an event and voicing their concerns within the framework of it... <ref> UK Mutual Aid</ref> </span></p> | ||
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*<span style="">Provide free </span><span style="">tickets</span><span style=""> or a contribution based on income.</span><br> | *<span style="">Provide free </span><span style="">tickets</span><span style=""> or a contribution based on income.</span><br> | ||
*<span style="">Consider whether </span><span style="">internet</span><span style=""> access is necessary for participation.</span><br> | *<span style="">Consider whether </span><span style="">internet</span><span style=""> access is necessary for participation.</span><br> | ||
*<span style="">Make the event accessible to people with different academic levels and needs (e.g. dyslexic people) in particular thanks to an | *<span style="">Make the event accessible to people with different academic levels and needs (e.g. dyslexic people) in particular thanks to an </span><span style="">adapted </span><span style="">vocabulary </span><span style="">and accompanying </span><span style="">documents .</span><br> | ||
*<span style="">Check the </span><span style="">needs</span><span style=""> of the people invited (speakers, facilitators, presenters, etc.).</span> | *<span style="">Check the </span><span style="">needs</span><span style=""> of the people invited (speakers, facilitators, presenters, etc.).</span> | ||
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''<span style=""></span>'' | ''<span style=""></span>'' | ||
== Accessibility in Communications == | == Accessibility in Communications == | ||
<p><span style="">This point comes in response to a question posed by a participant in the webinar on structures given by the HUB regarding </span>'''<span style="">accessibility in the media communications of activist groups</span>''' | <p><span style="">This point comes in response to a question posed by a participant in the webinar on structures given by the HUB regarding </span>'''<span style="">accessibility in the media communications of activist groups. </span>'''<span style="">Targets knowledge (knowing something), understanding and accessibility of information.</span></p> | ||
<p><br><span>General</span></p> | <p><br><span>General</span></p> | ||
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| | | <span style="">Think about the accessibility of communications even before they are published.</span> | ||
*<span style="">Learn about the </span>[https://labo.raamm.org/formation/clienteles-cibles/ types of disabilities]<span style=""> that may affect the accessibility of communications.</span><br> | *<span style="">Learn about the </span>[https://labo.raamm.org/formation/clienteles-cibles/ types of disabilities]<span style=""> that may affect the accessibility of communications.</span><br> | ||
*<span style="">When a document is published online, make an HTML version available (the only universal format currently)</span><br> | *<span style="">When a document is published online, make an HTML version available (the only universal format currently)</span><br> | ||
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*<span style="">Avoid fonts with serifs or italics</span><br> | *<span style="">Avoid fonts with serifs or italics</span><br> | ||
*<span style="">Choose contrasting colors</span><br> | *<span style="">Choose contrasting colors</span><br> | ||
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| | | <span style="">To test the accessibility of a website, it is possible to use the </span>[https://wave.webaim.org/ WAVE]<span style=""> tool .</span><p><br></p> | ||
*<span style="">Ensure that the options displayed with the mouse can also be displayed (elsewhere if necessary) using only a keyboard.</span><br> | *<span style="">Ensure that the options displayed with the mouse can also be displayed (elsewhere if necessary) using only a keyboard.</span><br> | ||
*<span style="">Make text highlighting possible</span> | *<span style="">Make text highlighting possible</span> |
Revision as of 18:49, 22 June 2022
"Universal accessibility is the character of a product, process, service, information or environment which, with a view to fairness and an inclusive approach, allows anyone to carry out activities independently and to obtain equivalent results." - Groupe DÉFI Accessibilité (GDA) & Ex Aequo
Ex Aequo distinguishes accessibility from adaptation:
- Adaptation would consist of changes made in order to accommodate people in relation to “an environment, a communication, a program, or an already existing service ”.
- We adapt when we build a subway with only stairs, then add elevators several years later.
- We make it universally accessible when we provide access ramps to the buses.
Accessibility in places
Choice of location
In a universally accessible place, a person in a wheelchair can move around in all the rooms and access a toilet.
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Access to the place
The entrance to the place must be a single storey or equipped with an access ramp and must be at least 800 mm wide . All paths that the person must take must be obstacle-free and must have a clear width of at least 920 mm . Check if the place is not under construction or renovation, which could make the space temporarily inaccessible. |
Offered services
Provide babysitting service. Offer an interpreter service. Provide a space with low sensory stimulation. In buses, provide space for children's pushchairs.
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Good practices
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It takes double or triple the travel time to make a trip in a wheelchair than it takes to do it on foot.
Remember that events taking place in winter are naturally much more difficult to access for people with reduced mobility. The quality of the current snow removal service (even in Montreal) does not allow people in wheelchairs to move around in winter).
Choosing to make the route or course of an event available helps people with disabilities plan their journey.
A motorized mobility aid has a range of 25 km on a flat surface.
References:Slides from the workshop given by Ex Aequo
UK Mutual Aid Accessibility Checklist
Creating a safe space
According to UK Mutual Aid, there are things groups can do to ensure that people can feel most comfortable coming to an event and expressing their concerns in the context of racism...
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In order for people living with misogyny, sexism and transphobia to feel most comfortable coming to an event and voicing their concerns within the framework of it...
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Resources
Action Canada for Sexual Health & Rights
In order for people living in poverty to feel most comfortable coming to an event and voicing their concerns within the framework of it... [1]
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Take the necessary precautions according to the space in order to avoid accidents and prevent unfortunate situations in the event of an emergency.
Examples: remember to cover electrical wires, identify or cover slippery surfaces, ensure that outdoor spaces are well lit and that the identified emergency exits are functional.
Accessibility in Communications
This point comes in response to a question posed by a participant in the webinar on structures given by the HUB regarding accessibility in the media communications of activist groups. Targets knowledge (knowing something), understanding and accessibility of information.
General
Think about the accessibility of communications even before they are published.
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Text form
At face-to-face events, have hard copies to hand out to people who don't have access to a computer
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Contents
Periods and midpoints should be avoided as they can interfere with the task of screen readers. The feminization of speech does not include non-binary people [8] .
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Specific to websites
To test the accessibility of a website, it is possible to use the WAVE tool .
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Specific to videos
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Resources
Web Accessibility Promotion Lab
Slides from the Ex Aequo workshop
Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.1)== ==
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- ↑ UK Mutual Aid