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'''Accessibility''' is a [https://discuss.noisebridge.info/t/drafting-a-noisebridge-accessibility-policy/1891/38 work in progress].  We hope to ensure the space, resources and events are as accessible as possible as we work towards continually improving.<br>


In general, please ask for help to get your access needs met. Anyone in the space should be willing to help out in our "do-ocratic" culture.  <br>


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'''Accessibility''' is a Noisebridge value: We ensure the space, resources and events are as accessible as possible.
<b> Please note: The first floor is a level entrance with the sidewalk and has no steps. The bathroom is wheelchair accessible. The 2nd floor is NOT wheelchair accessible. </b> <br><br>
* Noisebridge is currently online only while the space is physically [[status|closed]] and not accessible to anyone but [[move|movers]].
 
* Noisebridge is conducting [[meetings]] and [[events]] online and will continue to conduct events with online access to facilitate remote participation.
<b> To request access assistance in advance: </b> You can write to <b>secretary@noisebridge.net</b>. You can also directly email Lizzard (who is a powerchair user) at lizzard@bookmaniac.org with questions about physical access.  Or contact folks through:
* The new location will have ground floor doors and is half on the ground floor. Elevator access to the second floor is being developed.
 
 
* [[Discord]] - Chat with us on Discord!
* [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Slack Slack] (requires invite)
* [[Meetup]] - best up to date events list and good way to contact event hosts. 
* [[MemoryHole|Legal Requests (information removal, etc)]]
* Here is our '''mailing address''' (different from our physical address):<br>
'''Noisebridge'''<br>
'''2261 Market Street #235-A'''<br>
'''San Francisco, CA 94114'''
 
* Or just [[Getting Here|drop by the space]]. New visitors should read up on [[getting in]].<br>
[[Getting Here|'''272 Capp St, ''']]<br>
'''San Francisco, CA 94110'''
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You may also self-advocate for better access through [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Consensus_Process the consensus process].  <br>
(Most [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Consensus_Items_History recent blocked proposals for improved access are from 06/2020]).
 
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* '''Video Streaming:''' Noisebridge is conducting some [[meetings]] and [[events]] online as well as in person so people can participate remotely.  Please note, some members do not want to stream classes for privacy reasons.
* '''Ground Floor:''' The new location has ground floor doors. The first floor is wheelchair accessible.
* '''Bathrooms:''' We have a wheelchair accessible bathroom. The bathroom has grab bars and is big enough for most powerchairs.
* '''2nd Floor:''' For events upstairs, you an ask someone about [[streaming]] so you can participate between floors. For equipment that's upstairs, you can ask someone to bring it down; for example, specialty sewing machines, music and electronics equipment, library books, etc.
* '''Upstairs Wheelchairs:''' We plan to keep at least one manual wheelchair upstairs for people with limited mobility who can make it up the stairs and back, but who would find the distances to use the upstairs difficult.
* '''Noise:''' The space can be quite noisy. For low-hearing or deaf folks there will need to be self-advocacy, since no one is trained to specifically to assist with special needs.  For events you can request a transcriber - informally, this can be done [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Slack on Slack] (requires invite) or [[Discord]]
* '''Vision:''' We don't yet have a great map of the space or any sort of braille for blind or low vision folks.  And such a map would be nearly useless because our furniture and tool arrangements change very unpredictably. So it is best to plan to work with other people for access if you are blind or have very low vision.
* '''Scents:''' Scents in the space - This is currently unpredictable. There is active open hacking with many chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer. For example, we have a large, active laser cutter that gives off fumes (with a fume extractor in use).  It is overall best to attend online and ask beforehand if you are able about projects that may give off strong odors. On the bright side, we have GREAT ventilation and an outdoor hacking area on the front porch.
* '''Chaos:''' Noisebridge can be a cluttered, extremely stimulating, chaotic environment. If you crave order and quiet spaces, you may need to help us work towards making that happen! Right now it isn't orderly, quiet, or predictable.  


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'''ACCESSIBILITY GUILD''' maintains the accessibility of Noisebridge.
 
* '''MAINTAINERS:''' [[User:Zach]], [[User:lxpk]], [[User:Rikke]]
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* '''CHANNELS:''' [https://discuss.noisebridge.info/t/drafting-a-noisebridge-accessibility-policy/1891 Noisebridge Accessibility Policy drafting thread]
'''Accessibility Guild''' maintains the accessibility of Noisebridge.
* '''INQUIRIES:''' Note that NB is a '''constantly changing space''' and these notes will not always be up-to-date.  For the most recent accessibility info, contact the [https://www.noisebridge.net/mailman/listinfo/noisebridge-discuss NB-Discuss list], [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Slack Noisebridge on Slack], or come to our weekly [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Meetings Tuesday Meetings].
* '''Maintainers:''' , [[User:lxpk]], [[User:Rikke]], [[User:pyconaut]], [[User:Zach]]
* '''Meetings:''' [http://noisebridge.net/accessibility noisebridge.net/accessibility] meetings during [[Doocratic]] Thursdays 6PM on Noisebridge [[Discord]] and [[Jitsi]] ([https://discord.gg/nnXxGPs Invite]). [[Accessibility/notes]] live on [https://pad.riseup.net/p/nbaccessibility pad.riseup.net/p/nbaccessibility].
* '''Channels:''' [https://discuss.noisebridge.info/search?q=ada ADA Topics on Discuss]
* '''Current Projects:'''
** Getting all event organizers set up for streaming and confirmed on the event listings.
** [https://discuss.noisebridge.info/t/drafting-a-noisebridge-accessibility-policy/1891 Noisebridge Accessibility Policy drafting],
** [https://discuss.noisebridge.info/t/planning-accessibility-buildout/1997 Planning Accessibility Buildout]
** Planning second-floor access [[elevator]].<br>
* '''Inquiries:''' Note that NB is a '''constantly changing space''' and these notes will not always be up-to-date.  For the most recent accessibility info, check the Discuss channel, [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Slack Noisebridge on Slack], or come to our weekly [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Meetings Tuesday Meetings].
* '''HELP WANTED:''' IF YOU WANT TO HELP KEEP NB ACCESSIBLE, please consider joining the convo [https://discuss.noisebridge.info/t/sign-up-to-help-out-with-the-elevator/689/4 here]
* '''HELP WANTED:''' IF YOU WANT TO HELP KEEP NB ACCESSIBLE, please consider joining the convo [https://discuss.noisebridge.info/t/sign-up-to-help-out-with-the-elevator/689/4 here]
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==Online Participation==
==[[Streaming]] Participation==
* [[Meetings]] are being held online.
* Noisebridge [[Meetings]] are being held online.
* [[Events]] like meetups and classes are being held online.
* Noisebridge [[Events]] like meetups and classes are being held online.
* We'll do our best to keep things happening online so everyone can participate.
* We help our event organizers with [[streaming]] online so everyone can participate.
 
===Why Streaming Is Essential To All===
[[Streaming]] is a major priority for as many of our events as possible, as it not only helps people with accessibility issues but also numerous people who might attend events virtually the first time, some of the time or all of the time that they would otherwise not show up for physically.
*We want to grow our [[participation]] and this is a great way to expand our reach.
*People who attend virtually might like what they see and visit the space as well.
*COVID and commute distances are reasons why many able-bodied folks still prefer to attend virtually.
*MOOC courses can serve masses of people around the world and Noisebridge can expand its horizons beyond just teaching locally.


=New Space Accessibility=
=New Space Accessibility=
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* Elevator access to the second floor is being explored.
* Elevator access to the second floor is being explored.


For the purposes of accessibility, an [[Electronics]] bench is downstairs in the hackitorium and a [[Sewing]] machine is available downstairs.
== Current Accessibility Projects ==
* [[Elevator]] buildout is needed to make the [[second floor]] accessible to anyone who has trouble with the stairs.
* [[Layout]] of areas and within areas needs to be improved to make as many [[Layout|areas]], [[resources]] and [[events]] as accessible as possible.
* '''Accessibility culture''' can be made part of everything we do so that we can open our doors and our [[streaming]] to many more new and old participants.
== Planned Accessibility Features ==
== Planned Accessibility Features ==
As we moved into [[272]] and planned our buildout, we identified a lot of things we needed to do to improve accessibility.
The [[Noisebridge Space Program/Accessibility]] page documents our efforts to ensure the new space is accessible.
The [[Noisebridge Space Program/Accessibility]] page documents our efforts to ensure the new space is accessible.


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* '''Tactile Accessibility:''' We don't yet have any braille technology expertise but we can look into braille tech to help those who want to use it.
* '''Tactile Accessibility:''' We don't yet have any braille technology expertise but we can look into braille tech to help those who want to use it.
* '''Audio Accessibility:''' Hearing aids could be stocked.
* '''Audio Accessibility:''' Hearing aids could be stocked.
* '''[[Privacy]]:''' [[Broadcasting]] signage will alert people to live streams. Cameras and microphones will be announced and marked with signage to allow anyone who does not consent to being recorded.
* '''[[Privacy]]:''' [[Streaming]] signage will alert people to live streams. Cameras and microphones will be announced and marked with signage to allow anyone who does not consent to being recorded.
 
=[[2169]] Location Accessibility=
 
Wheelchair use is above-average for San Francisco thanks to an elevator and lots of floor space.  The bathrooms can also fit very large wheelchairs and have outward-opening doors.  However, NB does not have /any/ automatic doors, and support bars are scarce, so there are still some challenges.  Read below for notes on challenges and help.
 
==Known Accessibility Issues==
# No automatic doors
# Some very heavy doors to move and operate (people can help)
# Support bars are only available within one bathroom. They are otherwise not present in the space.
# No tactile visual accessibility aids (i.e. braille)
# No audio accessibility aids
# No automatic toilet or emergency call button in bathrooms
 
There are also many things that require upper mobility.  And many things that will require speech to inform people of assistance.
Please let us know via NB-Discuss or Slack if you need assistance or if there are things missing from this list.  People will usually try to help and we can always do things to make the space better and more accessible.  We want to include everyone.
 
If you have a support person or care provider it is always a good idea to bring them with you if coming into the space for the first time.
 
===Harassment===
 
I'd by lying if I said no one ever harassed me or said [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ableism ableist] things at Noisebridge.  NB is influenced by society as a whole, just like any other space.  People show up with their prejudices and sometimes vocalize them.  However, to do so clearly violates our rule of "Be Excellent" to one another.    If someone is being ableist I usually start by politely informing them of the behavior.  If they continue, I will correct them again, raising my voice loudly so that people in the space know what is going on and can intervene.  This has always stopped the behavior.  Should someone continue a third time, they should be asked to leave the space (anyone can do this) and the issue can be address on NB-Discuss, Slack, or at Tuesday meetings.
 
Note: people with disabilities usually prefer you ''not to ask'' lots of questions about medical history, diagnosis, prognosis, etc.  Why do you need to know "what happened" or "what's wrong" or "whether it's degenerative" so bad before any other conversation?  You really don't and there are more interesting things to talk about.  Your burning curiosity may be assuaged by getting to know someone for a while, or consulting an internet search engine.
 
On a whole, I feel very safe as a wheelchair user at Noisebridge.  '''Harassment does not occur often''' and it is one of the safest spaces in SF for wheelchair users IMO, thanks to our "Be Excellent" rule and also our caring and supportive community.  It does fall on our shoulders to educate people much of the time and fight for our access to the space, but people are generally well-intentioned and willing to help/listen.  This is a big step up from many places in San Francisco.
 
===Doors===
 
Note: The front gate is very heavy and will require help or upper-mobility to push in, as will the elevator doors.
 
Noisebridge's main entrance gate has a buzzer doorbell button.  It is usually the middle button under the intercom box.  There is also key card access via RFID if you are a member or supporter.  The buzzer notifies someone upstairs who will see you via a video camera and "buzz you in" during regular hours (usually 9am-11pm).
 
The front door buzzer is sometimes blocked by the supermarket's fruit stands (note, I have not seen this in the last couple years -Zach 09/17/17), but they have been asked to stop doing this, and can be told to immediately remove the obstruction if you feel inclined to do so (on behalf of the tenants of 2169 Mission.  There are many computerized workarounds to activate the electric door latch.  See [[Getting Here]] and [http://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Moving/2169_Mission/Access_Control#How_Do_I_Get_Into_2169_Mission.3F Access Control] for more info.
 
Once the door latch is "buzzed" either by the button inside Noisebridge or by someone clicking the web-link to do so, the door must be pushed inward by hand or by power-chair, and it will automatically close and latch when released (note, it slams somewhat loudly).  This door is quite heavy and many people may understandably need assistance pushing it in.  A post to NB-Discuss or Slack is a good idea if you need assistance with the door, or you can ask for assistance from the many people coming and going from the space at all hours.  Hopefully we will eventually get a full intercom system going to help with this.
 
If you want assistance when leaving, ask anyone at the space to accompany you to the door and help you out.  I have always found people willing to do this.  If you there is ever an issue though, please post to NB-discuss or Slack (or come to our [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Meetings Tuesday night meetings]) so we can correct it.
 
===Elevator===
 
The [[elevator]] is very janky and doesn't always work.  Please see the [https://noisebridge.net/wiki/Elevator elevator wiki] for lots of useful info on how to operate it safely.
 
Often, someone usually needs to go up to NB by the stairs, close all the elevator doors firmly, and bring the elevator down.  There's a [[Elevator_Buzzer|buzzer]] next to the call button so you can let the people upstairs know this needs to happen. ''' When people upstairs hear that buzzer, someone will hopefully close the gates upstairs and bring the elevator down to the 1st floor.'''  If this does not happen within 1-2 minutes, please press the button again (feel free to annoy people, that is what it is there for!) until the elevator starts coming down.  Very often someone will come down and ask you what you need help with (many people are unfamiliar with this buzzer) so you can politely tell them you need someone to ride the elevator down to assist you.
 
The elevator doors are heavy and hard to manage, and are not automatically operated.  Both the outer door and the inner gate must be moved when getting in and out.
 
The elevator doesn't always line up perfectly with the floor if the call button is held too long, so a person using a wheelchair or powerchair could have difficulty getting in or out of the elevator.  If that were to happen, the elevator would have to be taken to a different floor and brought back again to the desired floor.  See the elevator wiki Troubleshooting Tips for info on how to fix this.
 
===Paths in the space===
 
There is an ongoing effort to keep paths wide enough for wheelchair users. The classrooms have wide entrances and there are usually clear paths to tables.  


Clutter and chairs can be a problem. Currently (09/17/17) only the book scanning room and the small parts bins (organized on Pony) are not wheelchair accessible.
= Accessibility Policy Drafting Process =
We are drafting accessibility statements and policies. These are work-in-progress and will be updated every meeting till completed.


Keep in mind that Noisebridge often has very limited access during large events, mostly due to all the chairs and people in the space.  However, all wheelchair users have a right to be in the space.  For large events, it is best to plan ahead and '''be very vocal to ask for assistance''' beforehand or at the event.  Not everyone at NB is aware of our needs but they are usually responsive once an issue is brought up.
== Accessibility Statement Drafts ==


===Work surfaces===
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There are many low tables and desks in the space. Some areas, like the kitchen counters have high surfaces and are less accessible.  Please, voice any concerns you have on NB-Discuss or Slack if this is limiting your use of the space.  People are responsive and will usually correct the issue.
== Accessibility Policy Drafts ==


===Bathrooms===
Accessibility Policy:


Many people at Noisebridge worked on the accessible bathroom. It is big enough to get many power mobility chairs inside and turn around (including my huge [http://www.scooterdirect.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/s/2/s245-lg_fb59_2/Merits-Pioneer-2-31.jpg Merits Pioneer 2]). It is big enough for most, if not all, manual wheelchairs. There is a second bathroom with a door that isn't very wide, so it is not accessible. Only the larger bathroom has support bars. Please let your voice be heard if you would like further modifications made to either bathroom or elsewhere in the space (ask via Slack or NB-Discuss).
Noisebridge is dedicated to providing an accessible and boundary-free experience, regardless of any physical or mental constraints. We consider accessibility and ADA-compliance for people at our events and space to be of the utmost importance in encouraging education, creativity and equal access for all.


It is important to keep the larger bathroom free of clutter, make sure trash bins or supplies would not block a person in a wheelchair from turning around or being able to open and shut the door.
The standard of Excellence for accessibility is to prioritize the access and participation of disabled community members. Noisebridge shall be as open and accessible as possible.


===People===


If you need access stuff fixed at Noisebridge or would like help, definitely talk with people there or speak up on the Noisebridge-discuss mailing list. Tables can be lowered, paths cleared, machinery adapted, stuff hacked!
In addition, we ask users of Noisebridge to keep in mind the relative social significance of privacy activism in the United States today. The nature of privacy may limit specific access on a case-by-case basis, but never for the sake of simple inconvenience or as an excuse to limit accessibility for those who are otherwise unable to participate at Noisebridge.


If you want to be helpful in general, keeping floors clear and furniture widely spaced so that there are wide paths in the space is very useful for people using wheelchairs, canes, or crutches.  
Different users of Noisebridge have different levels of access to the space and events. We acknowledge that both ableism and disability awareness is not enough to provide and maintain accessibility at Noisebridge.


People are generally helpful and will not "challenge" your accessibility needs. If you feel someone is being unexcellent, please let people know via NB-Discuss of Slack.  You can also contact Zach at RevoltRightNow (('at')) g'mail  (weird formatting used to prevent spam bots).
When you are running an event or presentation at Noisebridge, provide reasonable notice and warning to allow others the opportunity to participate if they wish. With this — as anything else — each person has a responsibility to be considerate of the accessibility levels of others. Participation, projects, and events should strive to exist in a culture of equal access.


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Accessibility is a work in progress. We hope to ensure the space, resources and events are as accessible as possible as we work towards continually improving.

In general, please ask for help to get your access needs met. Anyone in the space should be willing to help out in our "do-ocratic" culture.


Please note: The first floor is a level entrance with the sidewalk and has no steps. The bathroom is wheelchair accessible. The 2nd floor is NOT wheelchair accessible.

To request access assistance in advance: You can write to secretary@noisebridge.net. You can also directly email Lizzard (who is a powerchair user) at lizzard@bookmaniac.org with questions about physical access. Or contact folks through:


Noisebridge
2261 Market Street #235-A
San Francisco, CA 94114

272 Capp St,
San Francisco, CA 94110


You may also self-advocate for better access through the consensus process.
(Most recent blocked proposals for improved access are from 06/2020).


  • Video Streaming: Noisebridge is conducting some meetings and events online as well as in person so people can participate remotely. Please note, some members do not want to stream classes for privacy reasons.
  • Ground Floor: The new location has ground floor doors. The first floor is wheelchair accessible.
  • Bathrooms: We have a wheelchair accessible bathroom. The bathroom has grab bars and is big enough for most powerchairs.
  • 2nd Floor: For events upstairs, you an ask someone about streaming so you can participate between floors. For equipment that's upstairs, you can ask someone to bring it down; for example, specialty sewing machines, music and electronics equipment, library books, etc.
  • Upstairs Wheelchairs: We plan to keep at least one manual wheelchair upstairs for people with limited mobility who can make it up the stairs and back, but who would find the distances to use the upstairs difficult.
  • Noise: The space can be quite noisy. For low-hearing or deaf folks there will need to be self-advocacy, since no one is trained to specifically to assist with special needs. For events you can request a transcriber - informally, this can be done on Slack (requires invite) or Discord
  • Vision: We don't yet have a great map of the space or any sort of braille for blind or low vision folks. And such a map would be nearly useless because our furniture and tool arrangements change very unpredictably. So it is best to plan to work with other people for access if you are blind or have very low vision.
  • Scents: Scents in the space - This is currently unpredictable. There is active open hacking with many chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer. For example, we have a large, active laser cutter that gives off fumes (with a fume extractor in use). It is overall best to attend online and ask beforehand if you are able about projects that may give off strong odors. On the bright side, we have GREAT ventilation and an outdoor hacking area on the front porch.
  • Chaos: Noisebridge can be a cluttered, extremely stimulating, chaotic environment. If you crave order and quiet spaces, you may need to help us work towards making that happen! Right now it isn't orderly, quiet, or predictable.


Accessibility Guild maintains the accessibility of Noisebridge.

RECRUITING! Maintainer volunteers wanted, consider volunteering to become a maintainer. (Edit)

Streaming Participation[edit]

  • Noisebridge Meetings are being held online.
  • Noisebridge Events like meetups and classes are being held online.
  • We help our event organizers with streaming online so everyone can participate.

Why Streaming Is Essential To All[edit]

Streaming is a major priority for as many of our events as possible, as it not only helps people with accessibility issues but also numerous people who might attend events virtually the first time, some of the time or all of the time that they would otherwise not show up for physically.

  • We want to grow our participation and this is a great way to expand our reach.
  • People who attend virtually might like what they see and visit the space as well.
  • COVID and commute distances are reasons why many able-bodied folks still prefer to attend virtually.
  • MOOC courses can serve masses of people around the world and Noisebridge can expand its horizons beyond just teaching locally.

New Space Accessibility[edit]

  • Noisebridge's new location has ground floor doors and is half on the ground floor.
  • Plans for intra-floor communications via online access streaming should help people participate with things on the second floor easily.
  • Elevator access to the second floor is being explored.

For the purposes of accessibility, an Electronics bench is downstairs in the hackitorium and a Sewing machine is available downstairs.

Current Accessibility Projects[edit]

  • Elevator buildout is needed to make the second floor accessible to anyone who has trouble with the stairs.
  • Layout of areas and within areas needs to be improved to make as many areas, resources and events as accessible as possible.
  • Accessibility culture can be made part of everything we do so that we can open our doors and our streaming to many more new and old participants.

Planned Accessibility Features[edit]

As we moved into 272 and planned our buildout, we identified a lot of things we needed to do to improve accessibility. The Noisebridge Space Program/Accessibility page documents our efforts to ensure the new space is accessible.

The following is a summary of some of the planned accessibility features.

  • Pathways: Critical pathways should be marked with taped lanes wide enough for accessibility vehicles and kept clear so all areas remain accessible.
  • Bathrooms: Bathrooms should be ADA accessible.
    • Support bars should be in place and signage indicating the bathroom is wheelchair accessible.
    • Automatic toilet button should be in place.
    • Emergency call button should be in place.
  • Doors: Doors should be accessible for wheelchair users.
    • Automatic doors will be looked into.
    • Buzzers to request help with doors when those aren't in place.
  • Tactile Accessibility: We don't yet have any braille technology expertise but we can look into braille tech to help those who want to use it.
  • Audio Accessibility: Hearing aids could be stocked.
  • Privacy: Streaming signage will alert people to live streams. Cameras and microphones will be announced and marked with signage to allow anyone who does not consent to being recorded.

Accessibility Policy Drafting Process[edit]

We are drafting accessibility statements and policies. These are work-in-progress and will be updated every meeting till completed.

Accessibility Statement Drafts[edit]

insert latest update here

Accessibility Policy Drafts[edit]

Accessibility Policy:

Noisebridge is dedicated to providing an accessible and boundary-free experience, regardless of any physical or mental constraints. We consider accessibility and ADA-compliance for people at our events and space to be of the utmost importance in encouraging education, creativity and equal access for all.

The standard of Excellence for accessibility is to prioritize the access and participation of disabled community members. Noisebridge shall be as open and accessible as possible.


In addition, we ask users of Noisebridge to keep in mind the relative social significance of privacy activism in the United States today. The nature of privacy may limit specific access on a case-by-case basis, but never for the sake of simple inconvenience or as an excuse to limit accessibility for those who are otherwise unable to participate at Noisebridge.

Different users of Noisebridge have different levels of access to the space and events. We acknowledge that both ableism and disability awareness is not enough to provide and maintain accessibility at Noisebridge.

When you are running an event or presentation at Noisebridge, provide reasonable notice and warning to allow others the opportunity to participate if they wish. With this — as anything else — each person has a responsibility to be considerate of the accessibility levels of others. Participation, projects, and events should strive to exist in a culture of equal access.

History[edit]

2169/Accessibility