MUHSEN Guidelines for Best Practices for Events, Classes, Dinners, Conferences & Conventions
A resource guide for event organizers and community leaders
Below is a list of practices that are approved and endorsed by MUHSEN (Muslims Understanding and Helping Special Education Needs) in order to facilitate inclusion and accommodation at events for individuals and families with special needs.
- Accommodations for separate registration or check-in lines to avoid long wait times
- Nearby accessible parking accommodations
- Ample aisle space in halls/venues to maneuver wheelchairs in and out
- Sign Language Interpreter for programs
- Accessible seating near front and sides of hall with ease of access
- Front of hall reserved, designated seating specifically for guests who are Deaf to see ASL Interpreter
- Ramp/lifts/elevators provided throughout venue as appropriate including the stage
- Specialized childcare arrangements for children with disabilities provided by capable, trained volunteers
- Captions on media/videos shown where ASL Interpreter is not available
- Ushering for guests with special needs
Gentle reminders to those attending (participants, volunteers, presenters) to be respectful, compassionate and helpful to those guests with special needs at all times.