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Accessibility Database

In 2021, our team began exploring how museums communicate about neuro-inclusion on their websites. See and add to what we found.

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Key Findings

What types of accommodations did museums offer, according to their websites?

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Websites Analyzed

47%

Visitor Guides

14%

Quiet Rooms

65%

Sensory Events

How To Use The Database

Our aim is to maintain the database as a useful reference and updateable record for professionals in this work.

Sort & Filter

When looking for specific examples, easily search via location, organization name, type of accommodation, etc.

Reflective Tool

Practice critical investigation when using the database – what is mentioned frequently, what is missing?

Submit New Entries

Tell NILN what neuro-inclusive practices your organization does! Your entries will support others with similar goals.

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Open the Database

You will be redirected to a new page that displays a read-only version. On it is a linked form where you can submit new entries to NILN.

Frequently Asked Questions

Additional context relevant to using the Accessibility Database.

How were the museum websites selected for this research?

The Institute for Learning Innovation looked specifically for instances on museum websites that met the following criteria:

  1. Use of inclusive language
  2. Enhancing physical accommodations or social access
  3. Sharing visitor guides or tips that prepare people for experiences
  4. Staff/volunteer training on inclusive best practices

What platform do I need to view the database?

The read-only version on NILN’s website is viewable on Google Sheets. A Google account is not required.

How do I submit a new entry to the database?

The read-only version includes a linked form where you can contact NILN’s team to create or update an entry on the database.

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