Guide to Accessible Tagline Statements for Event Announcements

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(Last updated: October 12, 2022)

Introduction:

This guide provides examples of tagline statements to use on event announcements and communications to inform program participants how they can request an accommodation or make their needs known. These statements are a great way to create an inclusive and accessible experience.

Disability-Accommodation Request Tagline Examples:

    • “[Insert your school college, division, department, unit name] is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible event. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact [inster contact name and email/phone number]. All requests must be made by [insert date]. We will attempt to implement late requests but cannot guarantee they will be met.”
    • “We value inclusion and access for all participants and are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations for this event. Please contact [insert contact name and email/phone number] to make a reasonable accommodation request. Requests must be submitted by [insert date].”
    • “This event is wheelchair accessible. To request a reasonable accommodation or discuss your needs, contact [insert contact name and email/phone number].”

Alternative Formats Statement for Event Publications or Handouts:

    • “This document, along with all publications or handouts used in this event, is available in alternative formats upon request by contacting [insert contact name and email/phone number].”

Dietary Needs Tagline Statement:

    • “If you have dietary needs, please contact [insert contact name and email/phone number] by [insert date].”

Allergies/Fragrance Free Tagline Statement:

    • “We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage fully. To be respectful of those with allergies and environmental sensitivities, we ask you refrain from wearing strong fragrances. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact [insert contact name and email/phone number].” (Adopted from accessibility.cornell.edu)

General Tagline Statement:

    • “If you need anything in order to participate in this program, please contact [insert contact name and email/phone number] by [insert date].”

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