Accessibility Training - Mid Atlantic Arts
Arts and culture organizations in the mid-Atlantic region are invited to submit an interest form to participate in a virtual accessibility self-assessment study group running June through November 2025.
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Get matched →- Deadline
- deadline unknown, verify at source
- Entry fee
- Free
- Award
- $325
- Location
- Online · organized from Virtual
- Exhibition window
- Jun 1, 2025 → Nov 30, 2025
About
Overview
Mid Atlantic Arts invites arts and culture organizations located in the mid-Atlantic region to participate in a virtual accessibility self-assessment study group. Participating organizations will complete Open Door Arts' Arts & Culture Accessibility Self-Assessment tool and benefit from collaboration with peers and consultation with facilitator Dani Rose, an award-winning accessibility advocate and certified ADA Coordinator.
Key Dates
- Study group runs June through November 2025, meeting approximately monthly
- Interest form deadline: June 12, 2026
Eligibility
Arts and culture organizations located in the Mid Atlantic Arts funding region: DC, DE, MD, NJ, NY, PA, PR, USVI, VA, WV.
Award & Support
- $325 stipend for up to 12 organizations to help prioritize time for this work
- Consultation with facilitator Dani Rose
- Access to free, comprehensive Arts & Culture Accessibility Self-Assessment tool
Program Details
All study group activities are virtual. Organizations will move through Open Door Arts' free accessibility self-assessment tool, which is disability centered and balances best practice with compliance. The tool includes resources and guidance throughout the process.
How to Apply
Submit your interest form by June 12, 2026 using the online form. Questions or need guidance? Contact Program Director, Performing Arts & Accessibility Coordinator Sarah Lewitus at [email protected] or 410-539-6656 X 110.
Additional Resources
Mid Atlantic Arts offers free webinars on arts and disability justice for local and state arts agencies. Recordings of past webinars are available, covering topics including disability justice, accessible performances, accessible marketing, and accessibility planning.
- Award
- $325 stipend for up to 12 organizations
- Entry fee
- Free to enter
- Theme
- Organizations will complete an accessibility self-assessment tool to understand and improve their accessibility practices, with support from an accessibility advocate and facilitator.
- Eligibility
- Arts and culture organizations located in the Mid Atlantic Arts funding region (DC, DE, MD, NJ, NY, PA, PR, USVI, VA, WV).
- Audience
- Arts and culture organizations located in Mid Atlantic Arts funding region
- Contact
- [email protected]
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