Dr. Liz Phillips and Maia Scott chat about the state of labyrinth accessibility today and in the future with Carmel Stabley, TLS VP of Community and WLD Co-Coordinator.
Part 1: Today's technology continues to level the playing field for blind people, enabling access to websites, written content, image descriptions, wayfinding and more. Is there an APP for a blind person to walk a labyrinth? Nope. Not yet but two blind labyrinth enthusiasts will walk you through an array of technology that can help us create more inclusive events.
Part 2: Accessibility is most effective when the project begins with a Universal Design mindset. Whether building a new labyrinth or enhancing accessibility into your existing labyrinth and programming we offer suggestions that can open accessibility potential and are welcoming to all. From written materials and web access to etiquette and offering labyrinth walk options, there are many details to consider that can expand access.
Veriditas Labyrinth Facilitator Linda Mikell shares her experiences and suggestions for facilitating a labyrinth walk during the pandemic. In this short video, she offers ideas for hosting a public and private outdoor walk and a private indoor walk.
Lars Howlett shares suggestions for minimizing risk and exposure related to labyrinth design. Learn how to walk a traditional labyrinth one-way and how small, processional, and/or double spiral labyrinths are better options for temporary labyrinths as we come out of the pandemic.