Clear communication
We use plain language, visible headings and straightforward participant information. People can ask questions before deciding whether the programme is right for them.
Accessibility
Access is part of the programme design.
Common Ground aims to make the creative process understandable, usable and welcoming without assuming previous technical experience.
Public experience
Make the route into the work easier to use.
Accessibility applies to the website, recruitment, communication, workshop planning, participant support, creative outputs and final public presentation.
Keyboard and focus
Public navigation is designed to work with a keyboard, visible focus states and a skip link. Interactive controls are built to remain understandable without a mouse.
Responsive layouts
The public experience is designed for mobile, tablet and desktop rather than assuming a large screen or a specific device.
Reduced motion
Motion is restrained and decorative movement is reduced when a device or browser requests reduced motion.
Image descriptions
Meaningful public images use descriptive alternative text. Decorative images are treated separately so they do not add noise for assistive technology.
Captions and transcripts
Captions, transcripts and text alternatives are part of planning where audio or video is used and where they are relevant to participant work.
Participation
Individual needs are discussed, not guessed.
The final three principles are practical participant-facing commitments around conversations, venue status and honest limits.
Access conversations
Participants can discuss travel, caring, confidence, digital access, communication and other practical needs before activity begins.
Venue access
An accessible Fenland venue is being confirmed. We will not present a venue as accessible or booked until the relevant arrangements are actually agreed.
Honest limits
Adjustments are discussed around individual need and what can reasonably be provided. We do not promise support, equipment or services that have not been funded or confirmed.
Need something different?
Tell us what would help you take part.
Access questions can be discussed privately before applying or before any activity starts. You do not need to share more information than is useful for the support you are asking about.
