Mission

We work to ensure everyone can attend and fully enjoy MAGWest, no matter the barrier.


👥 Team

Accessibility Consultant Sarah Burroughs


💌 Contact

Slack #west-accessibility

Accessibility Email [email protected]

On-site Hotline

Send texts to 844-624-4311

Voice calls go to 844-624-4311 x30.

During the event, the Department Head carries a handheld radio.


📑 Reference Material

All Staff

Shift Resources

Pre-Event

Accessibility works during the off-season to coordinate with other departments, attendees, and anyone else requiring assistance to ensure the smooth operation of our event for all. This includes, but is not limited to, providing inter-departmental guidance and ensuring there is proper signage for elevators and for all-gender bathrooms.


At-Event

Location: Silicon Valley Room

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

ADA Walkthroughs (Day 0) On Day 0, Accessibility provides an in-person review of any publicly or staff used spaces (that require to ensure that post-setup is still ADA compliant (preferably beyond).

Free Medical & Accessibility Supplies (FLARE Hours)

Hygiene, safety, and OTC medical supplies that help to ensure the health and wellbeing of all at MAGWest are located in Event Safety/Accessibility. Earplugs are also available at the Main Stage.

Quiet & Grounding Activities (Accessibility & Tea Room Hours)

Even at MAGWest, people can become overwhelmed. There will be quiet grounding activities available at both the Accessibility Desk for attendees, and in the Tea Room for staff.

Mobility Aid & Stool Loans (Accessibility Hours)

A limited number of canes, stools, and stool canes will be available for loan upon request at the Accessibility Desk. A badge is required to check these out.

Hotliner Services/Assistance By Request (All Event)

Anything that is not mentioned here can be requested at the Accessibility Desk or through Hotliner during MAGWest. While we cannot guarantee accommodation, we will always do our best to provide and assist!


TBA

This is a brand new initiative! Please visit #west-accessibility in Slack if you have any input or questions!

For an idea of what an Accessibility team can offer in the large-scale capacity, visit the page for the Super MAGFest Accessibility Department here.