Accessibility & Inclusion
The Ithaca Pride Alliance is committed to creating accessible events and materials as part of our overall commitment to supporting an inclusive LGBTQ+ community. Learn about our definitions and browse our public guidelines used to make our website, print materials, and events accessible and inclusive.
Our Definitions
Accessibility
Ensuring everyone, regardless of ability, can equally participate.
Inclusion
Fostering a welcoming environment where individuals and families, regardless of race, culture, religion, or identity, feel respected and empowered to fully participate.
Accessibility means removing barriers and providing accommodations so that everyone has access regardless of physical, cognitive, cultural, or other abilities, while inclusion ensures the safety, comfort, and full integration of all identities in ways that are comfortable and empowering for each individual. These complementary values ensure everyone, regardless of background or ability, can connect, learn, and grow together through shared and diverse experiences at Ithaca Pride Alliance events.
The Ithaca Pride Alliance is committed to hosting accessible events and creating accessible materials as part of our overall commitment to supporting an inclusive LGBTQ+ community.
Our guidelines use national standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), as well as community-informed practices such as providing low-stimulation access hours for neurodivergent individuals to help create materials & events that meet the needs of our community
Our Guidelines
Your voice is needed to shape this work.
Ithaca Pride Alliance is a 100% volunteer organization. Help make a difference in your community by joining or leading an IPA Accessibility & Inclusion Working Group. This group would work to improve standards and guidelines for community partners and set goals for accessibility education, inclusive policies, and overall access for events like Pride and year-round. IPA envisions a working group in this area would meet 1-2x per month throughout the year to help improve guidelines, support, event logistics, and more for our programs & key events throughout the year. If interested, please provide details in the comments section of the volunteer application form.
Frequently Asked Questions
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We will post comprehensive information about accessibility on the main Pride Event page!
Some of the ways we provide access and inclusion at this event includes:
Access Hour: The first hour of the festival on Sunday is low-stimulation, with no loud music, and masking required for staff and volunteers and encouraged for all attendees.
Accessibility Staff: Dedicated staff are on call during 100% of IPA pride events to help with special requests and needs
Accessibility Tools: Stop by the information station at any Pride events to get special tools or helper items like earplugs, grabber tools, and more
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Please reach out to our Accessibility Coordinator at accessibility@ithacapridealliance.org