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#a11yHAM – Digital Accessibility & the Arts
September 3, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Join us on Thursday, September 3, 2020, at 7:00 pm Eastern Time (US and Canada), for a conversation with Julie Dring, Executive Director of Hamilton Artists Inc. and Shelley Falconer, President and CEO of the Art Gallery of Hamilton. The event will be moderated by Christina Babcock.
They will share information about how their galleries support digital accessibility and inclusive design, the programs that they offer, and their efforts to ensure that the collections can be enjoyed by everyone.
Hamilton Artists Inc. (The Inc.), is a non-profit artist-run centre that’s been operating in Hamilton for 45 years. The Inc. aims to be an inclusive, all-welcoming, and free space for contemporary visual artists to explore, experiment, take-risks, exhibit and develop their artistic practice. The Inc. is aware of how institutional barriers have historically prevented marginalized persons, such as people with disabilities, from accessing artistic spaces. The staff and Board are dedicated to breaking down these barriers to create a more equitable and accessible environment.
The Art Gallery of Hamilton recognizes the diversity of people’s abilities and needs. They strive to make their collections, exhibitions, programs, and services accessible to all. They are committed to working in partnership with staff, volunteers, and the community to identify, prevent, and remove barriers to participation.
Our event will be moderated by Christina Babcock. Christina is a 2019 graduate of the Accessible Media Production program and now writes scripts for described video. As a member of Surprise!Hamilton, she has done installations on the Lower Escarpment Rail Trail, at Carter Park, and on the Pipeline Trail. All three of these locations are accessible, and she tries to remember to include the active Accessible Icon on promotional material.