Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion

Words of Welcome/Palabras de Bienvenida/歡迎辭

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Cultural relevance through language access is one way museums are building a more equitable society. Join a conversation about breaking down the language barrier to create more inclusive and accessible learning environments for all. Four California museums of different disciplines will share bilingual and multilingual approaches to audience inclusion. Compare their methodologies and learn how cross-departmental teams develop bilingual education programs and multilingual exhibitions.

Learning Objectives:

• Participants will be able to join a network of museum professionals engaged in cultural competency and increasing relevance and accessibility through multilingual education programs and exhibits. We will discuss the importance of language access, how to build relationships with translation partners, and how to cultivate clear communication, testing, and iteration.
• Gain insights from exhibition content developers, educators, and translators who are spearheading bilingual and multilingual projects.
• Demonstrate how to bring the diversity of your community into the museum by breaking down language barriers. Examine how to get buy-in and what to consider when deciding whether to create bilingual or multilingual content at your institution. Identify processes for creating education programs and exhibitions in multiple languages.

Moderator(s)

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  Tamara Schwarz

  Director of Exhibit Development and Strategic Planning
  California Academy of Sciences

Panelist(s)

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  Anna Simmons

  Senior Exhibit Content Developer
  California Academy of Sciences
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  Krista Ulman

  Exhibit Developer
  California Science Center
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  Vicki Wawerchak

  Director of Programs, Guest Experience
  Monterey Bay Aquarium