Accessibility Policy

1. Introduction

All of us at Zomi Communications Ltd, including Antoinette Dale Henderson and the Leading with Gravitas associate team, are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all our delegates. This Reasonable Adjustments Policy outlines our commitment to making reasonable adjustments to accommodate the needs of participants with disabilities or other specific requirements.

2. Principles of Reasonable Adjustments

We adhere to the following principles when making reasonable adjustments:

1. Accessibility: We strive to ensure that our learning environment, materials, and services are accessible to individuals with disabilities or other specific requirements.
2. Equality: We treat all participants with fairness and equality, irrespective of their disabilities or specific requirements.
3. Flexibility: We are flexible and open-minded in considering and implementing reasonable adjustments to meet the individual needs of participants.

3. Identifying Reasonable Adjustments

Reasonable adjustments may include, but are not limited to:

• Physical Access: Providing wheelchair access, ramps, or alternative seating arrangements to accommodate mobility impairments.
• Communication Support: Offering communication aids, sign language interpreters, or alternative formats of materials to facilitate participation for individuals with hearing or speech impairments.
• Assistive Technology: Providing access to assistive technology or adaptive devices to support participants with specific learning or cognitive disabilities.
• Extended Time: Allowing additional time for completing tasks, assessments, or examinations for participants with learning disabilities or conditions affecting processing speed.
• Alternative Assessment Methods: Offering alternative assessment methods or formats to accommodate participants with specific learning preferences or disabilities.
• Environmental Adjustments: Modifying the learning environment, such as adjusting lighting, seating arrangements, or noise levels, to meet the sensory needs of participants.

4. Requesting Reasonable Adjustments

Please communicate your specific needs or requirements to us in advance. Contact us at katherine@gravitasprogramme.com and we will be happy to help.

5. Process for Implementing Reasonable Adjustments

Upon receiving a request for reasonable adjustments, we will:

1. Assess the Request: Evaluate the request in consultation with the participant to understand their needs and identify appropriate adjustments.
2. Implement Adjustments: Implement reasonable adjustments as agreed upon with the participant, ensuring timely provision and effective support.
3. Review and Monitoring: Regularly review the effectiveness of the adjustments and make any necessary modifications to ensure ongoing accessibility and inclusivity.

6. Confidentiality and Privacy

We respect the confidentiality and privacy of participants’ personal information related to their disabilities or specific requirements. Information provided for the purpose of requesting reasonable adjustments will be handled sensitively and in accordance with data protection laws.

7. Policy Review and Updates

We review this Reasonable Adjustments Policy periodically to ensure compliance with UK regulations and best practices in inclusive education.

8. Contact Information

For inquiries, requests, or feedback regarding reasonable adjustments, please contact us at katherine@gravitasprogramme.com