Queensland Tourism Talks

Impact of universal design in tourism

September 15, 2023 Queensland Government - Department of Tourism, Innovation and Sport Season 1 Episode 4
Impact of universal design in tourism
Queensland Tourism Talks
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Queensland Tourism Talks
Impact of universal design in tourism
Sep 15, 2023 Season 1 Episode 4
Queensland Government - Department of Tourism, Innovation and Sport

The Igniting Accessible Experiences podcast series, produced in partnership with Get Skilled Access, helps Queensland tourism operators make their services more accessible and inclusive. 

“Universal design is that methodology that caters for so many people, globally.”

Ben Pettingill is joined by Zack Alcott from Get Skilled Access and Bianca Bassett, an inclusion consultant who uses a wheelchair, also from Get Skilled Access, to discuss the seven principles of universal design. 

The team delves into who universal design is for, its benefits, instances of successful implementation, and ways in which operators can incorporate universal design into their businesses.

Tune in to more episodes as Ben and Bridie chat with people with disability and tourism operators to uncover learnings from both perspectives on experiencing and providing accessible tourism.

For more information, visit our website.

Show Notes

The Igniting Accessible Experiences podcast series, produced in partnership with Get Skilled Access, helps Queensland tourism operators make their services more accessible and inclusive. 

“Universal design is that methodology that caters for so many people, globally.”

Ben Pettingill is joined by Zack Alcott from Get Skilled Access and Bianca Bassett, an inclusion consultant who uses a wheelchair, also from Get Skilled Access, to discuss the seven principles of universal design. 

The team delves into who universal design is for, its benefits, instances of successful implementation, and ways in which operators can incorporate universal design into their businesses.

Tune in to more episodes as Ben and Bridie chat with people with disability and tourism operators to uncover learnings from both perspectives on experiencing and providing accessible tourism.

For more information, visit our website.