SENSORY INCLUSIVE VENUES

April is World Autism Awareness Month. This month, we are sharing information about Autism to learn more as team members, both personally and professionally. As we aim to be a more accepting and inclusive organization, our goal is to raise awareness and walk the talk. We are excited to announce that many ASM Global venues are leading this charge by becoming sensory inclusive.

WHAT IS A SENSORY INCLUSIVE VENUE?

A sensory inclusive venue is committed to accepting and including all people, in particular taking steps to ensure that guests with sensory needs, including but not limited to Autism, a have a safe space to assist with sensory overload and regulation. Some our venues have been certified and they also offer sensory bags which are filled with items that lessen sensory overload and engage.

Sensory Bag items include:

About Sensory Bags

Sensory bags are designed to help sensory needs in both adults and children and are filled with items that can help lessen sensory overload.

For more info on sensory programs and kits visit: www.kulturecity.org www.friendlyaccesskits.com

We utilize Kulture City in our venue to assist us in our training and sensory needs. Our venue team has completed training for sensory needs, and we currently have 5+ sensory bags for guests to utilize for visit. We also have designated spaces and rooms throughout our convention center for those who require more of a quite space to achieve their health and wellness. Signs are located through the center to alert guests or these services. We, at the GCCC, pride ourselves in creating sensory accessibility and inclusion for all those who enter our venue. We understand that invisible disabilities are important too!

– Kasandra Cook, Human Resources Manager, - Greater Columbus Convention Center