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    Great events are designed for diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusivity.

    At AV1, we help organisers create experiences that celebrate diversity and cater to all abilities, sensory needs, and cultural backgrounds - ensuring everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.

    We can help you with DEA&I solutions including

    • Wheelchair ramps
    • Live AI captioning
    • Web streaming
    • Hearing loops
    • Low-sensory spaces
    • Diverse speaking talent
    • 3D room renders for space planning

     

    DEA&I considerations throughout your event

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    Web-streaming 

    This allows those with physical and/or mental challenges to attend your event and participate online.

    From research within our communities, we have found that the power of choice is a key factor in fostering inclusion.

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    Ensuring the event room is accessible for everyone

    Our AV1ders are wizards at creating 3D renders and floor plans of event spaces.

    We can ensure that there is ample space for attendees using wheelchairs and arrange accessible ramps for speakers on-stage.

    DEAISY Room at AV1

    Creation of a lower sensory space

    For the neurodiverse community, creating low sensory experiences is crucial.

    This can include dedicated spaces with soft lighting, noise control, comfortable furniture, and a web-stream, allowing attendees to take breaks and avoid overstimulation.

    AI captions at an event

    Solutions for the hearing impaired

    Hearing loops and AI-generated closed captioning are becoming standard to support individuals with hearing impairments.

    These solutions enhance the event experience, making it more inclusive for everyone. Additionally, offering Auslan interpreters ensure that the deaf community is engaged and informed.

    Smoking ceremony by Aboriginal Land Council

    Acknowledging the traditional owners

    Incorporating a Welcome to Country from the local Aboriginal land council not only acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land but also enriches the event with cultural significance and respect.

    We can assist in the booking of a representative from community via local land councils where your event is held, and ensure we have the right technical equipment for what their requirements.

    Conference at Carriageworks

    Diverse talent and speakers

    We believe that the most impactful panels are diverse. To ensure your speaker lineup represents various genders, ethnicities, abilities, and backgrounds, we can recommend talent agencies that specialise in planning diverse event talent.

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    Skin tone-matching microphones

    Skin tone-matching microphones ensure every presenter feels comfortable and confident on stage.

    Designed to blend seamlessly, these high-quality microphones deliver crystal-clear audio without distraction, because every voice deserves to be heard, loud and clear.



    Proud to be a Certified B Corp

    AV1 is proud to be a B Corp Certified business, meeting the highest standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability.

    This certification reflects our commitment to doing business for good, whether it’s minimising our environmental impact, fostering an inclusive workplace, or giving back to the community. 

    AV1 team at B Lab ANZ Assembly Conference

    “Diversity is being invited to the party; inclusion is being asked to dance”


    AV1's Diversity, Equity, Accessibilty and Inclusion Strategy (DEAISY) was conceived with the vision of embedding our core values and objectives deeply into the fabric of AV1's organisational culture for the long term. 

    DEAISY aims to address systemic barriers, promote fairness and transparency, and celebrate the unique contributions of our team members, our communities, our customers and your stakeholders. 

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    A technical drawing of a room
    a smoking ceremony by an aboriginal elder
    A speaker on stage

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