Accessibility at grunt means more than just the physical space of the gallery that we are inviting people into. You can consider:
- What ideas do you have about creating more access points to your work?
- If the focus of your work is exploring accessibility and Disability arts, how are you engaging with that conversation? Are you adding to it or critiquing it?
- How are you acknowledging and holding space for conflicting access needs?
- Are you prepared for your work to be viewed in our low-sensory & voice off Thursdays?
- If you have considered cultural safety and access, in what ways might people be physically unable to access your work? If physical access has been considered, what about cultural safety?
- If you want to place things on the floor, how will this affect someone using a cane, service animal, or even someone with wet boots? It rains in Vancouver!
- Have you considered the staff and docents who will support your work? Are you considering their health, safety and access?
We understand that not everyone shares the same experiences in engaging with accessibility work, but we always appreciate when it is prioritized or a willingness to collaborate with our Curatorial team and Exhibitions & Accessibility Manager is demonstrated. Even if you’re not sure where or how to start with this work, tell us what you’d like to try or who you want to have access to your work.