Accessibility
Safety, security, wellness information, and code of conduct. We’re always striving to improve our accessibility. Detailed accessibility information for each panel and film can be found on Eventive. If there is anything you need that is not listed here, please reach out below.
Accommodations and FAQs
Is there captioning?
All panels and films in Access:Horror do have captioning. Each film has optional captions that can be turned on and each panel will be live-captioned on both the livestream and pre-recorded panels.
All live panel discussions via Zoom will also have the captions available via Stream Text accessible by opening this Stream Text link into the browser on your personal devices (phone, tablet, computer) or by scanning the QR code below. NOTE: Stream text will only appear while the live-panel takes place, at the scheduled event times.
How will Q&As work?
Each live panel discussion via Zoom will include an audience Q+A, and we would love for you to take part in the conversation. If you have a question for the panelists, you can either:
Send it to us in advance via this Audience Questions Form to read out during the event
Write it in the chat during the event
Click the Raise Your Hand button in Zoom during the event.
During the event, we will ask you via chat if you would like to ask your question live yourself (in that case we will notify you and unmute your mic), or for our moderator to ask it for you.
Do films have content warnings?
Each film has noted on the landing page any content warnings of note, including strobing, flashing, sexual violence, extreme or disturbing imagery, and others. Please note all warnings before proceeding to screen a film to ensure content is safe for you.
Code of Conduct
What is the Access:Horror Code of Conduct?
The following are guidelines and standards that we will expect from all employees, guests, attendees and volunteers.
RESPECT
Treat all individuals with a sense of dignity, respect, and worth. Make a personal commitment to be nonjudgmental about personal differences. Be courteous and polite in all of your actions.
Abstain from abusive language and disruptive behavior that is dangerous to self and/or others.
Abstain from the use of audio or video recording equipment unless given written permission.
Respect all confidential information. Access:Horror respects any confidential information that is given and we ask you maintain the same standard.
Do not pressure anyone to accept your political, cultural, or religious beliefs.
PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY + PROFESSIONALISM
It is important to remember that we are focused on celebrating the films and filmmakers of Access:Horror. The festival is a great opportunity to network and make connections but we ask that you do so with respect to boundaries. This means participation in the chat is encouraged but please be mindful of your words. Solicitation or harassment will not be tolerated. In the case of any complaints, Access:Horror accessibility personnel will be available. If dismissal is necessary, parties will be dismissed from the entire festival without a refund.
DISMISSAL FROM ACCESS:HORROR
Whether you are staff, a volunteer, sponsor, filmmaker, invited guest or ticket holder, all people engaging in this virtual space must adhere to this code of conduct. Those who do not adhere to the rules and procedures of Access:Horror or who fail follow the terms of this code of conduct will face possible dismissal from the festival. All incidents involving breach of code of conduct will be reviewed by Access:Horror supervisory staff. Possible grounds for dismissal may include, but are not limited to, the following: gross misconduct or insubordination, theft of property or misuse of agency materials, abuse or mistreatment of clients, guests, staff or other volunteers, failure to abide by agency policies and procedures, any form of harassment or assault.