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Disability: Arts and disability policies

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D'Art Report: Arts and disability policies

D'Art Topics in Arts Policy no.10, September 2004

IFACCA and Arts Council of Northern Ireland

This report looks at definitions, concepts and the terminology surrounding disability in the arts. It explores the types of policies and programs adopted by arts funding agencies to promote access to the arts for people with disabilities and to encourage involvement in the arts by people with disabilities. Examples of initiatives are provided.

The report aims to provide a quick introduction to the major issues in disability in the arts, using examples from the resources consulted, and to provide links and references for more detailed follow-up. The report should be of interest to anyone looking to develop arts and disability initiatives or review existing policies and programs.

Publications

National Arts and Disability Strategy - discussion paper

The National Arts and Disability Strategy is an opportunity for the Australian Government and state and territory governments to make a national commitment on arts and disability issues. more >

Arts and disability action plan 2008-2010

An arts and disability action plan 2008-2010 to guide the Australia Council in its operations, programs and strategies in relation to access and equity for people with disabilities. more >

Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities enters into force

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has welcomed the entry into force of the first international treaty on the human rights of persons with disabilities, after the required twentieth country ratified the landmark convention on 3 April. more >

Disability Portfolio

Guides on how best to meet the needs of disabled people as users and staff in museums, archives and libraries. more >

Beyond the Ramp: Accessibility as an organizational asset

Over the past 15 years many organizations have made their facilities, processes and programs accessible... more >

Disability Equality Scheme

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Disability equality scheme

Sets out ACE's approach to achieving disability equality within the arts council and within the arts and creative sectors that it funds and supports. more >

Disability equality scheme

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The Mayor of London’s Disability and Culture Research

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Accessing the Arts

‘Accessing the Arts’ is a collection of practical checklists and information sheets for arts and cultural organisations to assist in improving access and developing audiences. more >

D'Art Report: Arts and disability policies

Looks at definitions, concepts and the terminology surrounding disability in the arts. more >

Towards Inclusion: Arts and Disability information booklet

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Library Services for Visually Impaired People: a Manual of Best Practice

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