Project:
Invictus Games House (IGH)
Toronto September 23 to 30, 2017
website: http://www.invictusgames2017.com/
Goal:
Create a space that is inclusive of all visitors.
Scope:
Consult and onsite observation and adaptation
Areas being reviewed and considered:
| POINTS OF INFORMATION COMMUNICATION | |
|---|---|
| AUDIO | One TV with audio on • requested wireless headsets |
| VIDEO | 8 TV screens captioned |
MICRO AND MACRO • booth labels (tickets, registration) • drink tickets • food and drink labels on self serve tables —English and Braille? other modalities? | |
| VOLUNTEERS | Inclusive customer service training • scheduled for afternoon of opening night (Caren and Mohsen). What does that look like. Reference OXFORD "ASK" developed by Nancy McQueen and the IDRC. Other resources? Aha information? |
| MOVEABLE STRUCTURES | |
|---|---|
| SEATING | • couches • chairs |
| TABLES | • long harvest tables • hydraulic cruiser tables |
| STATIONS | • bars (with bartenders) • ticket booths (with service) • registration booths • self serve food • action food stations (making on the spot with a cook) |
| DIGITAL | |
|---|---|
| WEBSITE (not directly in scope but worth recommending) |
| GRAPHICS | cautions | |
|---|---|---|
| BRANDING | applied to all booths applied behind all TV screens | visual noise: too many visual elements demanding attention at the same time. For example, layering TV screens over visually dynamic, high contrast graphics. |
| SPONSOR ACTIVATIONS | |
|---|---|
| inclusion, diversity and accessibility guidelines for sponsors to access? |
Background information
Relevant information from director of INVICTUS GAMES HOUSE
Purpose and Mandate of IGH:
• Invictus Games House (IGH) serves as a meeting and social hub for competitors, dignitaries and sponsors to network and enjoy the Games experience together
• It provides a place for competitors from all nations to share the Invictus Games experience
• Dignitaries will have an opportunity to interact with the competitors from their countries and network with other dignitaries
• IGH provides a structured way for all accredited guests to engage in the Games experience
• IGH is also integral to sponsor activation initiatives where sponsors can demonstrate their Invictus support while also providing an enriched experience to get close to competitors and dignitaries
• IGH is a private facility that requires accreditation for entry
• The Vision for IGH is to create an inviting exclusive environment for competitors, dignitaries and sponsors to mingle with other guests in a relaxed fun and inspirational setting that reflects the Invictus brand
Resources
https://sparcopen.github.io/opencon-dei-report/
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ndEZCAWQD3mRQKgxEcOR7JlGgpt6FfR6eQu0gkSKdnE/edit#