What is this event about?
The costs of upgrading existing infrastructures to meet basic accessibility standards have become a problem for many organizations. So far, our ongoing efforts to improve disability access, focusing on diversity and inclusion, haven't been enough to encourage businesses to make this important change.
Now, let's look at things from the other side and ask...
What's in it for Businesses and Institutions to Invest in Disability Access?
In this discussion, we're bringing in experts from the disability industry to share their personal insights and explore the benefits of making disability access a priority.
Meet our panel!
Ryan Smith
Strategic Communications & Access Consultant at The Access Agency
Flic Manning
Author of "LIVING HUMAN" & Professional Speaker
Keith McVilly
Professor of Disability & Social Inclusion at The University of Melbourne
Peta Hooke
Podcast Host of The I Can't Stand Podcast
How to get here?
Address: BUILDING 189, The University of Melbourne, 761 Swanston St, Parkville VIC 3052
Google Maps: https://g.co/kgs/ey6oYGb
University/Swanston St #1 tram stop
Take low floor tram number 6, 16 or 72 to Melbourne University/Swanston St #1.
Crossing from tram stop
2. Cross the road opposite from Royal Dental Hospital
Market Hall Building
3. You will be able to see Market Hall right away
Ramp to Market Hall Entrance
4. Use ramp on your right to access the entrance
Venue Accessibility
Step-free Entry
Step-free Access in the Venue
(We will not be using the stage)
Accessible Toilet
Other notes about accessibility:
Hearing loops are installed in the venue; however, they only work well if you are facing directly towards the stage.
Please note your accessibility requirements in the registration form.
To keep everyone safe, we kindly ask ALL guests to take a rapid antigen test (RAT) before the event.
Download our Event Flyers!
Event Flyer (page 1)
Event Flyer (page 2)
Have Questions?
Send us an email at info@enaccessmaps.com or use our contact form!