Foundational to DCDC is the belief that our sectors thrive on innovation and creativity, and this is achieved through collaborating with each other. As such, the DCDC partners are committed to programming a conference that seeks to meet the diverse needs and priorities that are emerging across the Galleries, Libraries, Archives, Museums and Academic (GLAMA) sector.

We are also committed to ensuring that the DCDC conference series provides an accessible, inclusive, engaging, and productive experience for all its delegates – a conference that fosters connection and community, supporting development for the sector and our delegates alike.

Accessibility – Durham University

The in-person programme will take place in the Teaching and Learning Centre at Durham University (Durham, DH1 3LS). We are working with Durham University to understand how to maximise the DCDC experience for all. 

Some key information about accessibility:

• Private and open quiet spaces will be allocated and available to delegates throughout the three days 
• Prayer and family rooms will also be available 
• There are multiple lifts throughout the Teaching and Learning Centre (TLC) 
• TLC has a number of accessible and gender neutral toilets across each floor  
• All rooms, except for the large lecture theatres, have sources of natural light 
• All rooms, including lecture theatres, have adjustable lighting  
• Seating arrangements are flexible and DCDC organisers can adjust spaces to suit delegate needs 
• TLC is equipped with ‘Encore Recording Technology’ 
• Subtitles will be enabled for online and in-person attendees across all sessions 
• Assistive technology such as Digital Whiteboards and Visualisers can be implemented 
• Repeater screens are available on site in Durham 

Read Durham University’s access statement

You can also find out more about the University campus and the surrounding areas, including the accessible routes between sites, via accessable.co.uk

Accessibility – Pheedloop

DCDC organisers are hosting the conference via the Pheedloop platform as a result of it’s in-built accessibility features.

Some key information about accessibility for online and hybrid users:

• Pheedloop has an integrated AccessiBe widget which supports delegates in tailoring their experience across all platforms 
• AccesiBe profiles, which can be switched on and off, include: 
  • Seizure Safe Profile (Clear flashes and reduces colour) 
  • Vision Impaired Profile (Enhances visuals) 
  • ADHD Friendly Profile (More focus and fewer distractions) 
  • Cognitive Disability Profile (Assists with reading and focusing) 
  • Keyboard Navigation, Motor (Use website with the keyboard) 
  • Blind Users (Screen Reader optimisation) 
• AccessiBe adjustments include: 
  • Content scaling 
  • Readable and adjustable fonts (size, style, spacing and colour) 
  • Alignment preferences 
  • Text magnifier 
  • Link and/or title highlighting 
  • Colour adjustments 
  • Orientation adjustments 

Read more about accessibility features within the Pheedloop platform

Our Code of Conduct

DCDC is dedicated to providing a harassment-free conference experience for everyone, regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, ethnicity, or religion (or lack thereof). We do not tolerate harassment of conference participants in any form. Sexual language and imagery is not appropriate for any conference venue, including talks, workshops, the drinks reception, conference dinner, X and other online media. Conference participants violating these rules may be sanctioned or expelled from the conference without a refund, at the discretion of the conference organisers. If you are being harassed, notice that someone else is being harassed, or have any other concerns, please bring this to the attention of the conference organisers immediately.

Our values

Discovery

DCDC provides a platform for GLAMA colleagues to come together to share unique and innovative discoveries with one another, and to discover new partnerships and possibilities.

Collections

As the only cross-sectoral conference of its kind, DCDC seeks to enhance the social, cultural and economic impact of our unique collections.

Community

Community is at the heart of DCDC. The conference facilitates an open and inclusive environment, where colleagues at all stages of their careers can consider how we collaborate, interact and engage with our communities.