Accessibility
Why an access group?
The access group is primarily concerned with ensuring Queeruption is a comfortable, safe, welcoming and accessible
safe for every one. This group has identified key issues which may prevent people from feeling safe, or comfortable
at queeruption, and attempted to deal with them.
This working group was created in recognition that we live in a society where we are not all equal, discrimination
is rife, and this affects our radical spaces. This group is also recognition that we all have different needs, some
needing more attention and support than others. We believe attempting to meet those needs is a big part of creating
community.
This has included such things as; looking at ways to make the space accessible for people with disabilities,
seeing that people with mental health issues will feel safe and can be supported, that people of colour feel
comfortable, that people who don't speak english are included, that people who are transgender aren't excluded,
that personal space is respected, how to support those who feel confronted by certain workshops, how to deal
with conflict in the case that it arises, how to deal with personal violations... and many such other issues.
Support people will be available during the gathering to speak with if you have any concerns, are feeling unsafe,
unwelcome, or if any issues have come up for you during queeruption. We ask that you understand our resources and
time is limited. Sometimes our support will consist of giving you a phone number to seek assistance elsewhere.
If you are feeling isolated because of your identity, or would simply like to create an autonomous space/ group,
please speak with us and we can assist you in doing this.
This group needs people to get involved. If you are happy to be a support person and/or can help deal with
grievances and conflicts. Please talk to Karen or email access@queeruption.org . We also would appreciate
everyone's input on making this space accessible for everyone so if you have any concerns, or ideas please
come and talk to us or just take on doing whatever you think would help.
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