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By investing in our programs, you not only enhance your corporate social responsibility (CSR) and align with Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, but also position your organization as a leader in inclusivity and accessibility.

Uncover the uncommon results The Resource Key has been able to accomplish together, with our clients to build a more inclusive and accessible future.

Learn how to begin making your meetings more inclusive with these four simple steps. From providing closed captioning to offering multiple communication options, discover how to ensure accessibility for all participants. Start your journey towards inclusive meetings with our practical tips and insights.

4 Essential Steps to Start Making Your Meetings Accessible Today

Discover The Resource Key's approach, detailing the system, methods, tools, alternative communication options to start making your meetings accessible today.

4 Ways to Start Making  Your Meetings Accessible Today

Discover key strategies for empowering individuals with disabilities, including creating safe spaces, highlighting real-life examples of successful inclusion, and actively involving them in conversations and decision-making. Learn from resources like the Disability Visibility Project and Job Accommodation Network, and understand the importance of hiring and empowering people with disabilities in leadership roles for genuine, lasting inclusion.

Empowering People with Disabilities: Actions for Inclusion and Change

Discover key strategies for empowering individuals with disabilities, including creating safe spaces, highlighting real-life examples of successful inclusion, and actively involving them in conversations and decision-making.

Beyond Duct Tape Diversity: 3 Ways for Sustainable Inclusion

Discover the personal journey of overcoming societal barriers and stigma associated with learning disabilities. This article delves into the challenges faced by individuals with learning disabilities and highlights the importance of self-advocacy and the pursuit of inclusive strategies. Follow the story of resilience as one individual defies limitations, embraces their unique abilities, and empowers others to find their voices in an often-unaccommodating world. Learn how society's perception can be transformed through understanding, support, and a commitment to inclusivity.

Living in society as a woman with a Learning Disability

"I cannot change the fact that I have a disability and how limiting society can be. The only thing I can do is use strategies to help myself be able to do things and compensate. I use my voice to speak power and hopefully a more inclusive society. " -Michelle Steiner

Discover The Resource Key's expert-led speaking engagements and custom programs designed to enhance inclusivity, accessibility, and innovation across various industries. Learn how we can help your organization drive impactful change and achieve sustainable success. Book a consultation today!

Unlock Opportunities with The Resource Key: Speaking Topics and Custom Programs

Interconnected will be an important word as we continue to look towards the future in building inclusion and accessibility.  Taking new information, unrelated concepts, different perspectives and interconnecting them to build out the future will be a skillset to continue to develop to continue moving forward.

Interconnected

"We want to be a community that is centered around universal design and being inclusive of all people regardless of ability. That means that we have to continue to learn about accessibility and disability, and celebrate the many contributions and gifts our disabled students bring to our campus.” -Eduardo Pazos, Assistant Dean of Student Affairs for Inclusion and Diversity

The Resource Key is proud to announce that we have been listed in The Valuable Directory, a unique resource featuring expertise within digital, physical and cognitive accessibility, as well as tools for inclusive recruitment and branding practices.  As one of only 77 successful organisations globally, we are proud to have been selected by an independent expert review panel.  Our appointment shows our ongoing support to ending disability exclusion, and we look forward to working with The Valuable 500 companies to achieve this.

The Resource Key Joins The Valuable Directory for Disability Inclusion

"The Resource Key is proud to announce that we have been listed in The Valuable Directory, a unique resource featuring expertise within digital, physical and cognitive accessibility, as well as tools for inclusive recruitment and branding practices.  As one of only 77 successful organisations globally, we are proud to have been selected by an independent expert review panel. "

Mozzeria is a pizzeria located in Washington, DC that is known for their authentic wood-fired Neapolitan pizzas.  We love that inclusion and accessibility is embedded within every area of Mozzeria.

The Restaurant Redefining How to Build Community

“I really want to see deaf employees earn the respect that they deserve, so that when somebody walks in that doesn’t sign, they see that deaf people can do everything from owning a restaurant to bartending to cooking.” — Ryan Maliszewski, Mozzeria CEO

  321 Coffee is a “coffee shop and roaster providing meaningful work opportunities to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.”

321 Coffee

“Together, we are building a company that stands for inclusion and doing business the right way.” — 321 Coffee

100 Cameras “works with youth around the world who have had challenging experiences, and they teach them to process and tell their stories through photography in a way that impacts how they view themselves and their role in their community.”

100 Cameras

“Every kid – no matter their background or circumstances – deserves the right to have access to tools that support them in processing their experiences in a way that creates space for emotional freedom in their future."  — 100 Cameras

AgrAbility is a United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) funded program that provides support, education, and assistance to ranchers and farmers with disabilities. AgrAbility was started through the 1990 Farm bill, the first eight State/Regional AgrAbility Projects (SRAPs) were funded in 1991. During that time, “the National AgrAbility Project (NAP) was led by Purdue University’s Breaking New Ground Resource Center in partnership with Easter Seals (national office).” 

AgrAbility

“Agricultural workers with disabilities are often unable to continue working in a manner they are accustomed to, resulting in reduced productivity and increased chance of secondary injury. But with the help of AgrAbility, many of these professionals are able to put their knowledge and expertise back into the field.”  — AgrAbility

Yes I Can provides career skills training and employment services to individuals with disabilities to assist them in developing the skills they will need to secure a career within the entertainment industry earning a competitive wage.

Yes I Can Unity Through Music and Education

“YIC believes individuals with disabilities should have the same right as non-disabled individuals to have access to a full range of available employment opportunities and to earn a living wage in a job of their choosing based on their talents, skills, and interests.” — Yes I Can Unity Through Music and Education (YIC)

Inclusively is the technology-centered inclusion solution and employment platform for job seekers with disabilities, mental health conditions, and chronic illnesses. 

Inclusively

“I believe that having a job is something that can change someone’s life. It is something that provides stability, but not just financial stability, it provides something that you can look forward to, that you can work on, that you can have successes in, that you can become better at, that you can learn to overcome challenges.” — Charlotte Dales, CEO of Inclusively

Photography and video exhibit – both online and in-studio – that showcases the food-related stories of eight disabled Canadians, eight Canadians from culturally diverse backgrounds, and eight Cowichan Valley food and beverage producers.

Cowichan Valley Disability, Culture and Food Through Art Exhibit

"I want to use my platform to showcase the stories of other people, I want to elevate their voices, I don’t want to tell their story for them, I want to give them the ability to share their stories to allow people to connect with it. Like you are sitting down with a friend over a cup of coffee and you’re learning about something that you have never ever ever have thought of before because of your own privilege and you’re like wow how have I not know about this I want to be part of a solution.”— Jules Sherred

Input from the disabled community is a critical part of any company’s inclusivity efforts. Here’s how to seek out their perspectives.

How to include workers with disabilities in your DEI initiatives

"It is important to have a company culture that welcomes people with disabilities prior to them being hired for a position. The culture is a thread that is interlaced into each area of the company, from its values to its recruitment process, efforts to retain employees and provide leadership opportunities for growth, to many other areas." -Jourdan Saunders, CEO of The Resource Key

We enjoyed reading this article about The Goodtime Hotel a few weeks ago. In the article “Grutman said the goal is to make “aspiration accessible,” and Birnbaum said the hotel will be “affordable luxury.” We looked on The Goodtime Hotel website and they specifically state all of the ways in which their hotel is accessible. We love that inclusion and accessibility were thought of from the start.

Hotel Ensuring Accessibility from the Start

“Grutman said the goal is to make “aspiration accessible,” and Birnbaum said the hotel will be “affordable luxury.” We looked on The Goodtime Hotel website and they specifically state all of the ways in which their hotel is accessible. We love that inclusion and accessibility were thought of from the start.

The Project Why is what comes to mind when starting, agreeing or pursuing any project.  Sometimes the “Why” is just as important as the project itself. Why did you agree to this project?  This question is important because when committing to a project we want to be able to finish what we started, and asking the “Why” questions allows a deeper understanding of the connection to the project, and commitment to the project. 

The Project Why

Events have the capacity to bring about change, to create spaces to develop relationships to bring about change, and gather new information to use to bring about change.

Events Empower

Authentic Representation is so important.  Authentic is key because you can have representation without it being authentic. 

Authentic Representation

Music can be such a powerful tool for activism in the community, leadership through lyrics, and communicating authentic messages. 

Who are we designing for? What are we considering when we are designing? So many more questions that come to mind when designing and more importantly inclusive and accessible design.  Honestly, we wouldn’t have to say “inclusive and accessible design” if inclusion and accessibility was a part of our design process from the start. The design process is constantly changing, evolving, open to change.  Nothing about design feels static or not changing. 

Design Impact

Who are we designing for? What are we considering when we are designing? So many more questions that come to mind when designing and more importantly inclusive and accessible design. 

Stay Connected takes on a whole new meaning depending on the person, context, and environment.

Discover how The Resource Key contributed to the 3rd Annual Head to Speech Interprofessional Task Force Summit and Brain Health, Sports & Fitness Expo 2024. Explore our journey in fostering community, education, and collaborative practices across disciplines related to brain health, sports medicine, and more. Learn about the summit's impact on the Head to Speech Community and how it aligns with our core mission to build bridges within the community.

The Resource Key at the Head to Speech Summit 2024 for Brain Health & Sports

The Resource Key was a vendor at Head to Speech Summit & Expo in Washington DC at University of the District of Columbia.

Improve your social media presence with The Resource Key's free webinar replay on 4 Ways to Make Your Social Media Inclusive and Accessible. Learn about using alt text, image descriptions, color contrast, and hashtags, as well as best practices for accessible content creation and strategies for creating an inclusive online community. Receive a webinar replay, transcript, PowerPoint, and reference outline with resources for free. Start creating a more diverse and equitable online community today.

4 Ways to Make Your Social Media Inclusive and Accessible - Free Webinar Replay

Inclusive Starter Keys:  Inclusive and Accessible Social Media.

Free Inclusive and Accessible Social Media

Discover how The Resource Key developed the “Understanding Neurodiversity” training program with RethinkCare, fostering inclusivity and high performance in workplaces globally. Learn about the program's impact and alignment with ESG, CSR, and SDG principles.

Neurodiversity in the Workplace | RethinkCare and The Resource Key

The main challenge was to create a training program that educates workplace teams that is engaging, accessible, and effective in fostering a culture of inclusivity and high performance.

The Resource Key developed a comprehensive three-course training program titled “Understanding Neurodiversity,” featuring:

Introductory and Closing Videos: Each course began and concluded with a 1-2 minute video by a subject matter expert from The Resource Key, discussing overarching themes and key takeaways.

Audio Sessions: Six audio sessions per course, each 3-4 minutes long, covered various neurodiversity subtopics, designed to be informative yet concise.

E-learning Modules and Career Development Resources: Comprehensive online materials.

Inclusive Workforce Trainings for Leaders and Managers: Focused training for leadership to expand the talent pipeline and improve employee morale and retention.

Global Availability: Accessible in over 225 countries, with content available in 9 languages, ensuring wide reach and inclusivity.

The collaboration with RethinkCare and integration partners (CVS Health, Cornerstone, Virgin Pulse, Children's Hospital Association) resulted in significant benefits:

Elevated Awareness: Raised awareness about neurodiversity among employees and leadership.

Enhanced Inclusivity: Fostered a more inclusive work environment, embracing the strengths of both neurotypical and neurodivergent employees.

Global Reach: Impacted a vast audience, promoting inclusivity on a global scale.

ESG: Promotes sustainable and inclusive workforce practices, aligning with environmental, social, and governance criteria.

CSR: Supports corporate social responsibility by fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment.

SDG: Advances Sustainable Development Goals: SDG 10: Reduces inequality by promoting inclusive workplace practices.

"We are continuously expanding our industry-leading neurodiversity content and expert consultation offerings to cultivate a culture of inclusion and optimize workforce performance." -Rethink Care

Neurodiversity in the Workplace with RethinkCare

Explore how The Resource Key partnered with Verizon's "Forward for Good Accelerator" to advance technology for the disability community. Learn about the impactful solutions, financial support, and strategic mentorship provided to startups, aligning with ESG, CSR, and SDG goals.

Advancing Disability Tech | Verizon Forward for Good Accelerator

In 2022, Verizon's "Forward for Good Accelerator" aimed to advance technology for the disability community. The challenge was to ensure meaningful inclusion and develop tailored solutions for people with disabilities, addressing the significant gap in digital accessibility.

The Resource Key, a leader in digital accessibility marketing, was the perfect partner, leveraging our core service areas:

Educational Leadership: Led a course on digital accessibility and marketing for the accelerator cohort.

Sharing Expertise: Used our extensive network to promote the program to over 50,000 followers, ensuring broad engagement.

 Our collaboration with Verizon delivered substantial benefits:

Financial and Technical Support: Startups received $50,000 in funding, hands-on technology coaching, and essential resources to scale their solutions.

Expert Mentorship: Provided valuable insights and advice from industry leaders, including professionals from The Resource Key.

ESG: Promotes sustainable and inclusive technological development, aligning with environmental, social, and governance criteria.

CSR: Supports corporate social responsibility by driving impactful social change and empowering startups to create accessible technologies.

SDG: Advances Sustainable Development Goals: SDG 10: Reduces inequality by promoting inclusive technologies.  SDG 17: Strengthens global partnerships for sustainable development.

Learn how The Resource Key and Sandra by Design developed a DEI playbook for Babbel, promoting inclusive content creation and winning the Diversity & Inclusion Initiative of the Year. Discover the project's alignment with ESG, CSR, and SDG principles.

Award-Winning DEI Playbook Revolutionizes EdTech

Award-Winning DEI Playbook Revolutionizes EdTech with The Resource Key

Babbel, a leading language learning company, sought to create inclusive content that accurately represented diverse perspectives and identities while ensuring sensitivity and representation.

Sandra by Design collaborated with The Resource Key and selected DEI consultants to develop comprehensive DEI creative guidelines for Babbel. Our role included:

Inclusive Content Creation: Engaging in one-on-one interviews and feedback sessions to ensure language and content were representative and sensitive to various identities and experiences.

Expert-Led Research: Leveraging our network to recruit individuals with diverse lived experiences, laying the foundation for a more inclusive and equitable content creation process.

Our collaboration yielded significant benefits:

Educational Leadership: Sandra by Design conducted over 250 workshops and 25 e-learning programs, fostering communities of practice dedicated to inclusive design and social impact.

Market Leadership: Babbel, the world’s most sold language learning app, launched a 150+ page DEI playbook, reinforcing its internal diversity values, refining recruitment practices, and setting a new standard for content creation.

Recognition: The DEI glossary within the playbook won the Diversity & Inclusion Initiative of the Year at the Sustainable Company Awards 2022, highlighting its transformative impact on fostering inclusivity and sustainability.

ESG: Promotes inclusive and sustainable content creation, aligning with environmental, social, and governance criteria.

CSR: Supports corporate social responsibility by driving meaningful social change and empowering diverse voices.

SDG: Advances Sustainable Development Goals:  SDG 10: Reduces inequality by promoting inclusive content. SDG 17: Strengthens global partnerships for sustainable development.

"Dare to design for good — at all costs. Design solutions that uplift as many people as possible and break down barriers." -Sandra By Design

Uncover how The Resource Key collaborated with GatherVerse to create inclusive and accessible metaverse experiences. Learn about the custom workshops, strategic partnerships, and global impact, aligning with ESG, CSR, and SDG goals.

Inclusive Metaverse Solutions | GatherVerse and The Resource Key

GatherVerse aimed to build best practices for the metaverse, focusing on diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. The goal was to develop educational content and training to help community members enhance inclusion and accessibility in the metaverse.

The Resource Key collaborated with GatherVerse to develop a custom workshop titled "Taking Flight...Adding Value to the Metaverse." This workshop provided practical tools and best practices to ensure social media within the metaverse is inclusive and accessible. Participants learned methods to advance diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility, ensuring people with disabilities are included.

Our collaboration with GatherVerse led to significant achievements:

Educational Leadership: Increased awareness of best practices through conversations with over 5,000 attendees globally, providing insights and resources to ensure inclusion and accessibility in the metaverse.

Strategic Partnerships: Fostered new partnerships with brands committed to inclusion and accessibility in the metaverse, expanding global impact with actionable integration methods.

ESG: Promotes inclusive and sustainable digital environments, aligning with environmental, social, and governance criteria.

CSR: Supports corporate social responsibility by driving meaningful social change and fostering inclusive digital spaces.

SDG: Advances Sustainable Development Goals: SDG 10: Reduces inequality by promoting inclusive digital practices.  SDG 17: Strengthens global partnerships for sustainable development.

GatherVerse is a global ecosystem where communities gather, discuss, document and share human centered approaches to the metaverse.  

Discover how The Resource Key helped Noala enhance its speech therapy platform, promoting inclusivity and accessibility. Learn about the strategic partnerships, funding achievements, and global impact, aligned with ESG, CSR, and SDG principles.

Innovative Speech Therapy Solutions | Noala and The Resource Key

Noala aimed to expand its speech and language therapy platform from the United Kingdom to the United States, focusing on diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. The goal was to obtain high-level subject matter expertise for platform review, user experience feedback, and new partnership opportunities.

The Resource Key collaborated with Noala to develop best practices for their platform and establish new partnerships. Our contributions included:

Platform Improvement: Providing actionable feedback and professional insights to enhance the platform and user experience.

Partnership Development: Conducting an Instagram Live session on Disability Inclusion and connecting Noala with new partnership opportunities, including Speech Language Pathologists and interested individuals. Our promotion reached an audience of over 35,000 followers.

Our collaboration with Noala led to significant achievements:

Funding and Development: Noala raised over $4 million in funding to continue developing its leading digital tools. The traditional speech therapy process can take months or years; Noala aims to ensure therapy is inclusive, accessible, and reduces wait times for the estimated 46 million people in the US with communication disorders.

Enhanced Access: Reduced wait times for speech and language therapy, increasing access for individuals needing services.

Strategic Partnerships: Increased partnerships with brands prioritizing inclusion and accessibility, expanding their impact.

ESG: Promotes sustainable and inclusive healthcare solutions, aligning with environmental, social, and governance criteria.

CSR: Supports corporate social responsibility by driving impactful social change and improving access to essential services.

SDG: Advances Sustainable Development Goals: SDG 10: Reduces inequality by promoting inclusive healthcare. SDG 17: Strengthens global partnerships for sustainable development. SDG 4: Ensures inclusive and quality education for all and promotes lifelong learning.

"We believe that by leveraging digital tools in a creative, innovative way, we can foster an evolution in speech and language therapy - making it faster and easier to access professional help."  -Noala-

The Future of Speech and Language Therapy

Cornerstone OnDemand serves over 6,000 customers and 75 million users and is available in 180 countries and 50 languages.  Through implementation of inclusion and accessibility in course development best practices, Cornerstone OnDemand will continue expanding reach and leading in the future ready workforce to ensure inclusion for all.

Amplify First-Person Stories

Cornerstone OnDemand sought to develop best practices for HR software training experiences, focusing on diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Their goal was to create a Neurodiversity in the Workplace learning course that ensured authentic representation and accessibility.

The Resource Key collaborated with Cornerstone OnDemand in three key areas to develop and implement best practices for their Neurodiversity in the Workplace course:

Content Development: Recruited individuals with neurodivergent experiences to ensure authentic storytelling and representation in the video training content.

Strategic Partnerships: Connected Cornerstone OnDemand with valuable partnerships to expand their reach and impact for the course development and launch.

Our collaboration with Cornerstone OnDemand led to significant achievements:

Market Reach: Cornerstone OnDemand serves over 6,000 customers and 75 million users across 180 countries and 50 languages. The implementation of inclusive and accessible course development practices ensures continued leadership in fostering a future-ready workforce.

Authentic Representation: Increased connection through authentic content that shares diverse stories and insights about Neurodiversity in the Workplace, helping employees and consumers see themselves represented in the brand’s diversity.

Diversity and Inclusion: Enhanced diversity and inclusion by recruiting people with neurodivergent experiences, enriching the course content and providing valuable perspectives.

Strategic Partnerships: Expanded partnerships with brands prioritizing inclusion and accessibility, furthering the impact and reach of the training program.

ESG: Promotes sustainable and inclusive workplace practices, aligning with environmental, social, and governance criteria.

CSR: Supports corporate social responsibility by fostering inclusive growth and development within organizations.

SDG: Advances Sustainable Development Goals: SDG 10: Reduces inequality by promoting inclusive workplace practices. SDG 17: Strengthens global partnerships for sustainable development.

"Cornerstone helps organizations unite people growth with business success to create work environments that inspire growth, productivity, and success for all." -Cornerstone OnDemand-

Learn how The Resource Key partnered with NooshHub to create inclusive and accessible food experiences. Discover the impact on community connections, platform development, and alignment with ESG, CSR, and SDG principles.

Inclusive Food Experiences | NooshHub and The Resource Key

NooshHub aimed to build best practices for food experiences through the lens of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Their goal was to develop a social enterprise that connects people through food, culture, and memories, creating a peer-to-peer kitchen table concept to make displaced families whole again.

The Resource Key partnered with NooshHub to develop inclusive impact solutions as the food-tech platform continues to evolve. Our efforts focused on:

Inclusive Food Experiences: Creating safe spaces for people to share their recipes, memories, and kitchen traditions, ensuring inclusion and accessibility for all participants.

Our collaboration with NooshHub has laid the foundation for significant achievements:

Platform Development: While the NooshHub platform is still in development, our partnership has set the stage for creating inclusive and accessible food experiences that connect people across cultures and backgrounds.

ESG: Promotes sustainable and inclusive food experiences, aligning with environmental, social, and governance criteria.

CSR: Supports corporate social responsibility by fostering community connections and inclusivity through food.

SDG: Advances Sustainable Development Goals: SDG 10: Reduces inequality by promoting inclusive food experiences. SDG 17: Strengthens global partnerships for sustainable development. SDG 2: Ends hunger, achieves food security, and promotes sustainable agriculture.

"Capturing the universal truth that food is a bridge...Connection is greater than our differences, more powerful and enduring than our conflicts." -NooshHub-

Food, Culture, and Inclusion Intersections

Explore how The Resource Key collaborated with the University of Memphis Mid-South Access Center for Technology to create educational content and workshops for inclusive and accessible social media experiences. Discover the significant achievements in community connection, content engagement, and strategic partnerships, aligning with ESG, CSR, and SDG goals.

Inclusive Social Media Practices | University of Memphis Mid-South ACT and The Resource Key

The University of Memphis Mid-South Access Center for Technology aimed to develop best practices for social media experiences through the lens of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Their goal was to create educational content and training that would help community members make social media more inclusive and accessible.

The Resource Key collaborated with the University of Memphis to align with Mid-South Access Center for Technology’s Virtual Reuse Event. Our contributions included:

Workshop Development: Designed a custom workshop titled "Inclusive and Accessible Social Media," providing practical tools and best practices to ensure social media platforms are more inclusive and accessible.

Educational Content: Delivered training on advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility through social media, ensuring people with disabilities are included.

Our collaboration with the University of Memphis Mid-South ACT led to significant achievements:

Empowering Organizations: Attending organizations plan to implement best practices and tools learned during the workshop into their Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to embed inclusion and accessibility.

Community Connection: Increased connection to the community by making information accessible and ensuring employees and consumers see themselves represented in the brand's diversity.

Content Engagement: Enhanced engagement with content that authentically reflects diversity in people, messaging, and experiences.

Strategic Partnerships: Expanded opportunities for partnerships with brands that prioritize inclusion and accessibility, amplifying impact through collaborative efforts.

ESG: Promotes sustainable and inclusive social media practices, aligning with environmental, social, and governance criteria.

CSR: Supports corporate social responsibility by fostering inclusive engagement and communication.

SDG: Advances Sustainable Development Goals: SDG 10: Reduces inequality by promoting inclusive social media practices.  SDG 17: Strengthens global partnerships for sustainable development.

"Advancing technologies and strategies to empower people with disabilities is at the core of research and activities within the Mid-South ACT." -University of Memphis Mid-South ACT-

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility Integration in Social Media

Discover how The Resource Key partnered with the Chicago Cultural Accessibility Consortium to develop best practices for virtual art programming, focusing on diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Learn about the impactful workshops, global awareness, and strategic partnerships that enhanced cultural access for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD), aligned with ESG, CSR, and SDG principles.

Inclusive Virtual Art Programming | Chicago Cultural Accessibility Consortium and The Resource Key

The Chicago Cultural Accessibility Consortium aimed to develop best practices for virtual art programming, focusing on diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. The goal was to enhance engagement for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) through educational content and training.

The Resource Key collaborated with the Chicago Cultural Accessibility Consortium to create a custom workshop and align with the "Engaging Individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities in Virtual Programs" event. Our contributions included:

Workshop Development: Crafted a workshop focused on facilitating meaningful experiences for all learners, covering key strategies to engage individuals with I/DD in virtual programs.

Panel Participation: Spoke on a panel addressing cultural administrators, public-facing department staff, exhibit designers, and educators on best practices for inclusivity in virtual art programming.

Our collaboration with the Chicago Cultural Accessibility Consortium led to significant achievements:

Empowering Cultural Spaces: Enabled Chicago’s cultural spaces to become more accessible to visitors with disabilities, fostering a dynamic community of cultural administrators and people with disabilities to remove barriers.

Global Awareness: Increased awareness of best practices through conversations with attendees globally, providing insights and resources to ensure inclusion and accessibility in virtual art programming.

Strategic Partnerships: Expanded partnerships with brands committed to inclusion and accessibility in the arts, furthering global impact with actionable integration methods.

ESG: Promotes sustainable and inclusive cultural practices, aligning with environmental, social, and governance criteria.

CSR: Supports corporate social responsibility by fostering inclusive engagement and cultural access.

SDG: Advances Sustainable Development Goals: SDG 10: Reduces inequality by promoting inclusive cultural programming.  SDG 17: Strengthens global partnerships for sustainable development.

"We believe everyone deserves access to Chicago's rich arts and culture."  -Chicago Cultural Accessibility Consortium

Making Meaningful Connections in Virtual Art Programming