AccessibilityAccessibility is an organizational asset and a civil right. The Washington State Arts Commission complies with all local, state and federal laws and regulations concerning civil and human rights.
Our programs, grants and employment practices are free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender or disability. In addition, WSAC is specifically committed to complying with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act. The ADA requires that all programs, services and activities, when viewed in their entirety, are readily accessible to and usable by individuals with disabilities. WSAC strives for effective communication with individuals with speech, visual and hearing disabilities. Materials are available in alternative formats upon request.
Including people with disabilities in our definition of diversity is an integral part of the Washington State Arts Commission’s strategic plan.
Read WSAC's Invite, Welcome, and Respect: Planning Accessible Meetings and Events (PDF) for information, tips, and instructions for planning meetings, performances, and other events that are universally accessible.
Each of our grantees receives a sheet of universally used accessibility symbols and their explanations with their grant contract package.The booklet, Using Access Symbols (PDF), provides ideas about effectively using the symbols, informing people about the accessible services and the facilities.
Disability & Accessibility Links
The National Endowment for the Arts’ Office for AccessAbility is the advocacy-technical assistance arm of the Arts Endowment established to make the arts accessible for people with disabilities, older adults, veterans, and people living in institutions. They also provide a number of guides including Design for Accessibility: A Cultural Administrator’s Handbook and Accessibility | |