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… more grants to small and rural libraries to increase the accessibility of facilities, services, and programs to better … community input-gathering sessions to identify existing accessibility resources, needs, and priorities. Libraries …
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… Incorporating Accessibility into Library Strategic Planning as “Belonging” Incorporating Accessibility into Library Strategic Planning as “Belonging” … is an ideal way to formalize a library’s commitment to accessibility. As the evaluator of the American Library …
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… how these libraries are overcoming challenges to planned accessibility upgrades, building partnerships to address community accessibility needs, and improving patrons’ experiences . … , how to talk about disability , and how to incorporate accessibility into library strategic planning . For stories …
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… to patrons with or without disabilities. What counts for accessibility, however, will vary from program to program. … Kennedy Center . Sometimes it can be difficult to juggle accessibility needs. The features that make movies accessible … to others. Make it clear in promotional materials which accessibility features will be available at any given …
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… the following general guidelines establish a baseline of accessibility. >>The content of this article is taken from … for easy access if necessary. Technology Programs Know the accessibility features of your operating system and …
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… Pursuing Accessibility in Historic Sites: Insights from Vermont’s Bixby Memorial Free Library Pursuing Accessibility in Historic Sites: Insights from Vermont’s … passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (which set accessibility standards for building design). As these …
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… keep in mind as you plan these types of programs to ensure accessibility. >>The content of this article is taken from … to include a relaxing hands-on program at the library. The accessibility of passive programs depends on the availability …
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… more grants to small and rural libraries to increase the accessibility of facilities, services, and programs to better … community input-gathering sessions to identify existing accessibility resources, needs, and priorities. Libraries …
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… advocacy to preserve the right to read. Programming for Accessibility: Workshops, Graphic Design and 508 Compliance … p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Location: McCormick Place, W181a Explore accessibility through the creation of a new, hybrid early … in conjunction with Maryland State Library. Learn common accessibility issues and how they impact a variety of people …
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… Library uses the language of barriers to discuss existing accessibility challenges.  Others prefer not to use the word … wheelchair” — which are both more accurate and empowering. Accessibility devices like wheelchairs typically give users … uses inclusive language to highlight the benefits of accessibility work for all (e.g., “to help with …