Accessibility

(Work in Progress)

During the Carnival for the Future, it is essential for us to ensure that people with diverse abilities and needs can fully participate in the workshops and parade without any restrictions. We are continuously striving to improve our accessibility measures and welcome suggestions and feedback to help us optimize them.

Here are some of the measures we have implemented to make the carnival as accessible as possible:

Physical Accessibility

Accessible Parade:
The entire parade is accessible to wheelchair users and individuals with limited mobility. If needed, special parking spaces can be arranged at the start of the parade.

Accessible Workshops:
The following workshops are accessible to wheelchair users and individuals with limited mobility:
- Flying Animals from Plastic
- Cyanotype meets Upcycling

Sanitary Facilities:
We are collaborating with various restaurants along the route to ensure an adequate number of accessible toilets. These will be clearly marked on our map.

Reserved Seating Areas:
Reserved seating for people with disabilities can be arranged upon request.

Staff and Awareness Team:
During the workshops and parade, a trained team will be available to provide support as needed. The team will be recognizable by their special jackets.

Communication

Visual Support: 
In addition to written information, visual aids such as pictograms, symbols, and illustrations will be used to clarify important information and enhance understanding.

 

Sign Language Interpreters:

During the parade, performances and speeches will be translated by a German Sign Language interpreter.

Plain Language:
All written and verbal information, including announcements, directions, and program descriptions, will be provided in plain, clear, and easily understandable language.

Sensory Consideration

Calm Zones: 
We will set up quiet, low-stimulus zones at various points along the parade route and at event locations, where people can retreat if they need a break from the many sensory inputs.

Sensory-Friendly Areas:
Certain areas of the parade and events will be designed as sensory-friendly to accommodate people with sensory sensitivities, such as those with autism. These areas will minimize loud noises, intense lighting effects, and large crowds.

Noise-Canceling Headphones: 
Noise-canceling headphones will be available at specific points to support people with noise sensitivity.

Safety Measures

Evacuation Plans:
Emergency plans will be tailored to the needs of people with disabilities, including clear instructions and on-site support.

Mental Health First Aid:
Four individuals with "Mental Health First Aid" certification will be available and easily identifiable during the parade.

First Aid Stations:
Two accessible First Aid stations and paramedics will be easily reachable during the parade.

Awareness and Training

Training for Staff:
Organizers, the Awareness Team, and volunteers are trained to understand and meet the needs of people with disabilities, ensuring an inclusive environment.