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Make your Adelaide Fringe experience inclusive and accessible for everyone! This resource will introduce you to our valued Access Partners, who are here to assist you in creating a truly welcoming environment for all festival-goers. Let's explore how these organisations can support your Fringe journey.

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Access2Arts

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There are numerous ways to make your show or venue accessible, and Access2Arts is here to help! They assist arts and cultural organisations, artists, venues, and shows in becoming inclusive and accessible, while also supporting d/Deaf and disabled artists and performers. For assistance, you can contact them via email at hello@access2arts.org.au or by calling them on (08) 8463 1689.

Autism SA

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Autism SA is a profit-for-purpose organisation committed to supporting the Autistic and autism community. Beyond providing direct support and services, they also empower businesses and venues to become more autism-friendly. Consider their free Autism Friendly Charter training or reach out for tailored consultancy, which includes support for designing a sensory space for your venue or show.

Deaf Connect

As Australia’s largest service provider for Deaf, Deafblind, and hard of hearing Australians, Deaf Connect proudly provides Auslan Interpreters for significant events like the Adelaide Fringe. Their services ensure equitable access to the arts for the Deaf community. Visit their website to explore their interpreting services and find contact information to book an interpreter for your show.

Guide Dogs

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Guide Dogs SA/NT, one of Australia’s most trusted charities, leverages their expertise in vision and dogs to promote independence for individuals living with blindness, low vision, or other specialised needs. They can offer valuable guidance to help you make your venue or show more accessible for both the Fringe and beyond. Get in touch with them via email at info@guidedogs.org.au.

Summary

  • Adelaide Fringe is committed to making the festival accessible for everyone.
  • Our Access Partners offer specialised support to help you achieve this.
  • From Auslan interpretation to autism-friendly practices and vision impairment support, there are resources available.
  • Reaching out to these organisations can significantly enhance the experience for all your audiences.

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