Hotel SA September 2023
PUBS ARE PLACES FOR ALL – Enhancing Inclusion and Accessibility in our venues From the CEO ANNA MOELLER It has long been said that hotels are a place for people to congregate, celebrate and commiserate. As a reflection of the communities within which they are established, it is imperative that pubs are as inclusive and accessible as possible. “Embracing inclusivity has the potential to open your venue to a community of over 205,000 autistic individuals, along with their families and friends, and supports the success of autistic individuals in the workforce.” In early 2023 Autism SA sought and received funding through ‘Pubs With Heart’, a facilitator of applications to the Independent Gaming Corporation Ltd for financial support from community groups and interests within the state. Successful grants are approved and provided by the Independent Gaming Corporation Ltd from revenue it generates from the monitoring fees paid by all Hotels and Clubs with electronic gaming machines. From left to right: Owen Webb – AHA|SA Manager Workplace Relations, Emily Bourke MLC – Assistant Minister for Autism, Anna Moeller – AHA|SA CEO Anna Hurley – Hurley Hotel Group, Helen Graham – Autism SA CEO, Kaitlin Withers – Autism Engagement Advisor. I am so pleased to be able to announce that this funding will support the employment of a full time Autism Hospitality Industry Liaison Officer. Importantly this project will foster inclusivity and accessibility for just so many autistic individuals and their loved ones within pubs and licensed clubs throughout the state. Over 12 months a dedicated liaison officer will work with licensed venues to build their capacity to support access and inclusion. The project’s primary goals are to raise awareness, cultivate understanding and establish welcoming environments for autistic patrons and their friends, families and supporters. 6 | Hotel SA | www.ahasa.asn.au Back to Contents
F R O M T H E C E O Watch Video Watch Video “Enhancing accessibility and inclusion benefits all patrons as it contributes to a more vibrant venue experience.” In particular the Industry Liaison Officer will collaborate with venues to identify what support they would like to enhance access and inclusion. This assistance will be tailored to each participating venue with activities including venue assessments and recommendations for inclusive adjustments, assisting venues with events targeting the autistic community, expanding business opportunities through the establishment of autism-inclusive venues and supporting the success of autistic individuals in the workforce through reasonable adjustments and workplace mentoring. Small changes can lead to significant improvements in accessibility and inclusion, without substantial time or financial investment. Enhancing accessibility and inclusion benefits all patrons as it contributes to a more vibrant venue experience. Embracing inclusivity has the potential to open your venue to a community of over 205,000 autistic individuals, along with their families and friends, and supports the success of autistic individuals in the workforce. So watch this space over the coming weeks as we work with Autism SA and a pilot venue to ‘champion’ this wonderful project. We cannot wait to showcase the manageable nature of achieving positive change and impactful outcomes along our journey towards increasingly accessible and inclusive venues for patrons across the state. Anna Moeller, AHA|SA CEO Back to Contents www.ahasa.asn.au | Hotel SA | 7
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PUBS ARE PLACES<br />
FOR ALL –<br />
Enhancing Inclusion<br />
and Accessibility<br />
in our venues<br />
From the CEO<br />
ANNA MOELLER<br />
It has long been said that hotels are a place for people<br />
to congregate, celebrate and commiserate. As a<br />
reflection of the communities within which they are<br />
established, it is imperative that pubs are as inclusive<br />
and accessible as possible.<br />
“Embracing inclusivity has<br />
the potential to open your<br />
venue to a community<br />
of over 205,000 autistic<br />
individuals, along with<br />
their families and friends,<br />
and supports the success<br />
of autistic individuals in<br />
the workforce.”<br />
In early <strong>2023</strong> Autism <strong>SA</strong> sought and received funding<br />
through ‘Pubs With Heart’, a facilitator of applications to<br />
the Independent Gaming Corporation Ltd for financial<br />
support from community groups and interests within<br />
the state. Successful grants are approved and provided<br />
by the Independent Gaming Corporation Ltd from<br />
revenue it generates from the monitoring fees paid by<br />
all <strong>Hotel</strong>s and Clubs with electronic gaming machines.<br />
From left to right: Owen Webb – AHA|<strong>SA</strong> Manager Workplace Relations, Emily<br />
Bourke MLC – Assistant Minister for Autism, Anna Moeller – AHA|<strong>SA</strong> CEO<br />
Anna Hurley – Hurley <strong>Hotel</strong> Group, Helen Graham – Autism <strong>SA</strong> CEO,<br />
Kaitlin Withers – Autism Engagement Advisor.<br />
I am so pleased to be able to announce that this<br />
funding will support the employment of a full time<br />
Autism Hospitality Industry Liaison Officer. Importantly<br />
this project will foster inclusivity and accessibility for<br />
just so many autistic individuals and their loved ones<br />
within pubs and licensed clubs throughout the state.<br />
Over 12 months a dedicated liaison officer will work<br />
with licensed venues to build their capacity to support<br />
access and inclusion. The project’s primary goals are to<br />
raise awareness, cultivate understanding and establish<br />
welcoming environments for autistic patrons and their<br />
friends, families and supporters.<br />
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