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Attitude is Everything, the disabled-led charity dedicated to improving accessibility in live music and events, has launched a revamped Live Events Access Charter as an interactive online platform. The new Charter is designed to support venues, festivals, music professionals, and artists with comprehensive resources, templates, and guidance to enhance disability inclusion.
Celebrating 25 years of advocacy and inclusion in 2025: A landmark development for accessibility at live events
At a special event on 13th February 2025, at London’s Sinfonia Smith Square, Attitude is Everything introduced the new Charter to an audience of 200 guests, partners, and supporters. The event was sponsored by LIVE, PRS for Music, PPL, Halo, and MPA and included live performances and a panel discussion featuring industry leaders and accessibility advocates.
Since 2000, Attitude is Everything has trained over 10,000 creative professionals, worked with more than 200 festivals and venues, and supported thousands of volunteers.
The Live Events Access Charter has been central to these efforts, helping event organizers embed disability equality into all aspects of their productions.
The importance of these developments was illustrated in a panel discussion moderated by Attitude is Everything’s Inclusive Communities Manager, Bee Grzegorzek.
This featured one half of the sister duo ALT BLK ERA Nyrobi BM, artist, filmmaker and previous Future Leader Shakira Alleyne, Accessibility Consultant and disabled artist Yiska, and peer mentor and Mystery Shopper Hanna Jehle.
The event also featured stunning live performances by the artists Auris Delan and John Kelly, both members of Attitude is Everything’s Next Stage Network.
What’s new in the Live Events Access Charter?
The updated Charter retains its core principles while expanding to meet the evolving needs of the industry:
- Fully digital, interactive platform – offering user-friendly guidance and resources
- Support for artists and professionals with access needs through programs like Next Stage Artist Network and Beyond The Music
- A focus on sustainability and community building, integrating accessibility with environmental responsibility
- Real-time data tracking, allowing Attitude is Everything to identify industry gaps and advocate for meaningful change
Paul Hawkins, Interim Managing Director of Attitude is Everything, stated:
“Our relaunched Charter will increase transparency for venues and audiences while providing opportunities for learning and tangible change.”
Alex Covell, Interim Head of Live Events Access, added:
“This initiative is not just about compliance—it’s about embedding accessibility as a core value in the live events sector.”
Recognising Accessibility Champions: Live Events Access Charter Awards
Four Live Events Access Charter Awards were presented to recognise innovation and commitment to inclusive practices:
- Metronome (Nottingham): Impact Award – Recognised for exceptional customer support and artist development
- Victorious Festival (Portsmouth): Operations Award – Honored for creative accessibility solutions, including transforming a community space for festival use.
- Lytham Festival (Lancashire): Production Award – Acknowledged for comprehensive access measures such as lowered bars and an accessible drinks service.
- Mark Schofield: Outward Voice Award – Recognised for contributions as a Mystery Shopper, helping improve accessibility standards.
John Rostron, CEO of the Association of Independent Festivals (AIF), highlighted the adaptability of festivals in leading accessibility efforts:
“Festivals can constantly innovate and improve. The new Charter provides a strong framework for making accessibility a core part of our work.”
How you can get involved
If you’re a disabled music fan, performer, or industry professional, the Live Events Access Charter is designed to make live events more inclusive and accessible for you. This new initiative is working with venues and festivals to remove barriers, improve facilities, and create a more welcoming experience for disabled audiences and artists.
You can help drive change by choosing to support Charter-approved venues and events, sharing your experiences, and encouraging your favorite festivals and venues to commit to accessibility improvements. Whether you’re looking for better access as a fan or aiming to perform and work in the industry, the Charter is here to ensure that live music is for everyone.
Find more information about the Live Events Access Charter and how venues, event organisers, disabled artists and professionals can sign up.