FAQs

  • This event is for games industry professionals, disabled gamers, accessibility consultants and students, who have an interest in accessibility in games.

  • No! You just need an interest in game accessibility. We’ve built the event to make sure it is approachable to those new to the topic of accessibility in games.


  • No, we’ve just organised it during this week as we expect more people will be around Brighton.

  • Yes, students are welcome at the event.

  • A small charge helps ensure our intended audience gets access to the event as it is common for free events during develop to be oversubscribed. Ticket fees go towards event running costs. We also offer free tickets, just get in touch.

  • Yes, we’re able to offer free tickets to the event to help individuals attend who otherwise wouldn’t be able to. Please get in touch with us directly for a discount code by emailing ga11ygathering@gmail.com with details.

    Please note that we cannot accommodate large groups like this and it must be handled on an individual basis.

  • Yes, we’re able to offer free tickets to accessibility-focused charities. Each charity can get up to 2 free tickets, provided their work aligns with accessibility. This will be handled on a case by case basis. Please get in touch with us on ga11ygathering@gmail.com to discuss.

  • Yes, please get in touch with us for a 100% discount on one ticket for your carer/helper by emailing ga11ygathering@gmail.com with details.

  • Unfortunately we will not be able to provide helpers for attendees, but you can bring a carer or helper on a free ticket. We will have a team of people who are able to provide assistance for requests on the day, but not in an exclusive capacity.

  • Service and guide dogs are welcome at the event, you will need to let us know as part of sign up.

  • We intend to provide BSL interpretation for the micro talks and roundtable. This will be provided remote and displayed on large screens throughout the event.

  • There is not a hearing loop at the venue.

  • We intend to provide auto-generated captions for all of the micro talks, and will try to provide captions for the roundtable/panel if tech allows.

  • Yes, a quiet room will be available throughout the event. It is a smaller space located across from the main event room. It has sofas, space for wheelchairs and is carpeted.

  • The event is hosted at Unity Technologies in Brighton, a 5 minute walk from Brighton Train Station - making it ideal for attendees traveling in. The office is on google maps and the building is labelled as The Brinell Building. Once inside the building, volunteers will direct you.

  • The space is located on the top floor of the building through lift access. All bathrooms and a quiet room are on the same floor. The main space is large with tables, chairs and stepped seating, a large projector at one end and TVs across the ceiling. Plenty of space is allowed for wheelchairs.

  • Our helpers will be taking photos of the event for publicity reasons. If you don’t want to appear in photos you will have this on your badge. If you wish to take your own photos, please ask permission of the people included and respect the badge system.

  • Recording by our attendees is not permitted. While we understand some attendees may be accessibility press or organisations who may want to conduct interviews, especially with our speakers, this is not permitted on event grounds. We kindly ask that you organise an external time and location.

  • Yes - we will have a live zoom webinar with BSL and captions, and are hoping to upload talks to YouTube afterwards. Please note uploaded talks may not include BSL.

  • We will provide water, tea, coffee and juice as well as light snacks for the event. There will be vegan, gluten free and dairy free options.

  • Attendees are very welcome to bring lunch, snacks and drinks with them to have during the event. Please be mindful of serious allergens like nuts.

    Alcohol is not permitted at the event.

  • If on the day you feel like you might be unwell or coming down with something, please don’t attend to help ensure our event is safe for everyone. You can contact us for a refund if you are unable to attend due to illness.

Code of Conduct

To ensure a welcoming, inclusive, and safe environment for all attendees, speakers, sponsors, and volunteers at our event, we have established the following code of conduct. We expect all participants to adhere to these guidelines.

Do:

  • Be respectful and inclusive. Treat everyone with respect, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, religion (or lack thereof), age, or technology choices. Be inclusive and considerate in all interactions.

  • Respect personal space and boundaries. Do not touch people or their belongings without explicit permission. Be mindful of the comfort levels of others in all physical and verbal interactions.

  • Adherence to venue rules. Follow all rules and regulations set by the event venue, and follow instructions of security, staff and volunteers.

  • Ask before taking photos. We kindly ask to get consent before taking photos of attendees at the event.

  • Stay home if you’re unwell. If on the day you feel like you might be unwell or coming down with something, please don’t attend to help ensure our event is safe for everyone. You can contact us for a refund if you are unable to attend due to illness.

Don’t:

  • Harass anyone. Harassment of any kind, including but not limited to offensive verbal comments, deliberate intimidation, stalking, following, harassing photography or recording, sustained disruption of talks or other events, inappropriate physical contact, and unwelcome sexual attention.

  • Discriminate against anyone. Discrimination against any individual or group based on race, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, religion, age, or any other attribute.

  • Threaten or be violent towards anyone. Any form of violence, threats of violence, or threatening behaviour.

  • Disrespect boundaries. Ignoring personal boundaries, including personal space and requests to stop certain behaviours or interactions.

  • Consume alcohol. Alcohol is not permitted at the event.

  • Partake in illegal activities or substance use. Participation in illegal activities, including the use or distribution of illegal substances, is not permitted.

Reporting Unacceptable Behaviour:

If you witness or experience any behaviour that violates this code of conduct, please report it immediately to event organisers. Security will be on hand throughout and event staff will be clearly identifiable as they will be wearing bright yellow lanyards.

Consequences of Unacceptable Behaviour

Anyone asked to stop unacceptable behaviour is expected to comply immediately. Event organisers may take any action they deem appropriate, including warning the offender, expulsion from the event without a refund, and reporting the incident to the relevant authorities.