Event Accessibility

Boston University endorses an inclusive approach to disability accessibility on all our campuses with the goal of having all members of the community share in creating access to our facilities, programs, services, and activities. This involves accommodating for a number of disabilities, included but not limited to those related to attention, vision, hearing, or mobility. Please keep in mind that there are a variety of ways to provide accessibility accommodations. The type of need may differ among persons with the same condition, and it is often necessary to consult with the individual who needs access to determine how best to accommodate for a specific circumstance. However, the shared responsibility of ensuring accessibility for persons with disabilities begins with the obligations of the event planner. Planning early for wider access and checking in with DAS often enables us to put access in place quickly and efficiently even before an individual makes a request.   

To begin, we recommend consulting the Event Accessibility Checklist, which is adapted from our colleagues at the University of Connecticut Disability Services. It is a quick and valuable too to help you cover fundamental accessibility concerns for event planners.