Hosting events that allow everyone to participate equally is important. This session will identify how to plan for, promote, and host accessible events:
How to identify appropriate venues that provide accessible rooms and amenities.
Invitations and announcements of the event that can be read with assistive technology and how to connect with organizations that support and service community members with disabilities with their help in promoting.
For the day of, we will talk about site logistics, wayfinding, event staff, food & beverage services, and accessible presentations.
This presentation will be very helpful for any kind of event including outreach events, bike rides, and plaza events.
ADA Coordinator, Portland Bureau of Transportation
Lisa Strader is a certified ADA Coordinator currently in her 7th year in that role for the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT). Lisa works within the bureau to ensure PBOT programs and activities are accessible to people with disabilities. She works with staff to ensure that... Read More →
Chair, TriMet Committee on Accessible Transportation
Jan Campbell is currently the chair of TriMet’s Committee on Accessible Transportation, Co-Chairs the Special Transportation Fund Advisory Committee in the Metro area, and is past President and now Board Member of Disability Rights Oregon. Awards have been presented to her at... Read More →
Annadiana Johnson: Advocate for people who live with disabilities and older adults. They serve on several committees and advisory councils in Oregon.Annadiana Johnson: Advocate for people who live with disabilities and older adults. They serve on several committees and advisory councils... Read More →
