12G Accessibility Initiative

At Twelve Gates Arts, we showcase contemporary art, emphasizing equity and inclusion. Our dynamic platform empowers artists to explore and celebrate diversity, breaking down societal boundaries. We actively promote fair representation, providing accessible spaces for the transformative power of the arts. Through meaningful artwork and projects, we aspire to contribute to a world where diverse voices are celebrated, fostering shared understanding.

For more information about these sensory tours please contact us at info@twelvegatesarts.org.

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Director’s Note

Twelve Gates Arts is honored to announce the official launch of its Accessibility Initiative in collaboration with local organizations, Art-Reach and VisionLink. Art-Reach is a non-profit organization that creates connections between the disability community and the cultural arts through advocacy, trainings, consulting, community partnerships, and programming. VisionLink seeks to inspire all who are living with vision loss to thrive, assisting the community to achieve greater independence by connecting them to cultural and supportive services. Thanks to the support of the William Penn Foundation, 12G began this collaboration with the intent of making its programming accessible to a variety of community members. 12G believes art is a human right and continues to strive to make its space as inclusive and equitable as possible. Starting in 2024, 12G will provide both virtual and sensory tours for each of its exhibitions. We encourage any members of our community interested in a tour to please reach out to us to schedule an appointment.

Trina Sanyal is a writer, producer and animator based in Philadelphia, PA.

Trina animates, writes, and creates live show experiences that focus specifically on narratives of joy and play for South Asian queer people. 

Trina’s work has appeared on PBS, WNYC, Philadelphia’s You Can't Kill a Poet, the Kelly Writers House as a part of their Philly Artist Series on WXPN, DaVinci Art Alliance, and the Asian Arts Initiative. As a teaching artist, Trina hopes to bring these sensibilities to 12Gates. 

Our Partners

About Art-Reach

Art-Reach creates, advocates for, and expands accessible opportunities in the arts so the full spectrum of society is served. Art-Reach is a team of disabled and non-disabled advocates, educators, artists, and allies working to make the arts an inclusive space for the disabled, led by the disabled.

About Vision Link

VisionLink is dedicated to assisting all who are living with vision loss to achieve greater independence through excellence in education and wrap-around support services that advance necessary skills and establish meaningful community connections. VisionLink is committed to collaborating with local, regional and national partners to broaden access to resources and opportunities that enable those we serve to live their lives to the fullest.

About Bancroft

Bancroft is a leading regional nonprofit provider of programs and services for individuals with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities and those in need of neurological rehabilitation.

Upcoming Events

Sensory Tours with Bancroft: Thursday, May 23rd, 2024; Thursday, June 27th, 2024; and Thursday, August 15th 2024

Sensory Tours with Vision Link: Thursday, June 27th, 2024 and story circle on Thursday, August 22nd, 2024

Audio Described Training with Nicole Sardella: Saturday, June 29th, 2024