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LEAD Conference in Austin, TX August 8-10, 2017
August 8, 2017 - August 10, 2017
The Dancing Wheels Company & School will be present at
Leadership Exchange in Arts and Disability (LEAD®)
2017 Conference and Training – Austin, TX
Capacity Building Workshops: August 6-7
Conference: August 8-10
Join us!
Every year the Kennedy Center’s Leadership Exchange in Arts and Disability (LEAD®) conference brings experienced and new professionals together to explore practical methods for implementing accessibility in cultural environments. A LEAD® we share resources and knowledge, develop best practices, and experience accessibility in action.
- Basic to Advanced: No matter what level of experience you have, there’s always something to learn. The building blocks will give newcomers the tools and information they need to develop a successful accessibility program while the discussion groups and advanced track address accessibility for the most experienced.
- Facilities to Programs: Sessions and discussions will cover all aspects of accessibility from the built environment to programs and communication.
- Legal Obligations & Customer Service: Learn about relevant laws and regulations and explore accessibility from the customer service and business case perspectives.
- Networking: Engage in conversations with colleagues who are enthusiastic about accessibility and eager to share their insights and learn from others.
Join us to continue the dialogue, to share exciting ideas, and to explore new and innovative ways to welcome everyone.
Who Attends?
LEAD® provides professional development for:
- Accessibility Managers and Coordinators
- Box Office and House Managers
- Outreach and Education Coordinators
- Patrons and Visitor Services Managers
- Facilities and Operations Managers
- Exhibition Designers
- State and Local Government ADA/504 Coordinators
- Marketing and Audience Development Directors
- State Arts Commission/Council Accessibility Coordinators
Please Note: The LEAD® conference does not address professional development for artists with disabilities or arts education. For resources for artists with disabilities, please visit the VSA Programs page. For information on arts in education for people with disabilities, please visit the Intersections Conference page.