ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

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At SXSW Sydney, we strive to create an inclusive and accessible environment for all participants, regardless of age or ability.

At SXSW Sydney, we strive to create an inclusive and accessible environment for all participants, regardless of age or ability. We recognise the importance of accessibility and are making every effort to accommodate where possible, that all attendees and talent have equal access to the event and can fully participate in the experience.

Below is a list of the accessibility options available across SXSW Sydney this year:
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Companion Card Program

Badge holders who are eligible for the companion card program can receive one (1) x complimentary companion badge. This complimentary badge  will mirror the credential (access type) which the companion card holder has purchased or is purchasing.

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To book Accessible Credentials please reach out to accessibility@sxswsydney.com

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Accessibility Liaison  

SXSW Sydney are working closely with Tibi Access to provide guidance in making our event as accessible as possible. Tibi Access will be providing an accessibility liaison to work across the event and ensure all information desks are equipped with the right information to help anyone who is in need of assistance.

 
For any enquires about accessibility at the event you can reach out to our accessibility liaison at accessibility@sxswsydney.com or call (02) 8240 2131

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Designated Accessible Seating  

There will be designated accessible seating for sessions and film screenings. All designated SXSW Sydney accessible seating is based on capacity and provided on a first come, first served basis.
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AUSLAN Interpreters and Closed Captions

SXSW Sydney will indicate all accessibility information available for every session to allow you to plan your attendance in advance.  

Closed captioning will be available in all Keynotes, featured speaker rooms and selected film screenings and gaming events.

Closer to the event the app schedule will indicate which events AUSLAN interpreters, closed captioning, and audio descriptions will be available in.
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Sensory Rooms

To create a calm and soothing space for those individuals who may become overwhelmed or overstimulated in a festival environment, sensory rooms will be available within the SXSW Sydney precinct. Locations to be confirmed at a later date.
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Accessible Transportation

SXSW Sydney takes place over a large walkable footprint of Central Sydney.  

For those who do not wish or are unable to walk, SXSW Sydney will be providing free inclusive shuttle buses that will be scheduled closer to the event. Details to come.
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Accessible Parking

Parking will be very limited around the precinct, if you have a disabled car hang tag you can park in designated disabled parking spots or pay in private parking stations for a fee.  
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Contact Us

Should you require further information regarding accessibility at SXSW Sydney,  please contact:

• Phone:  (02) 8240 2131
• Email: accessibility@sxswsydney.com