Why Accessibility in Culture Means Democracy

Accessibility is not a luxury—it is a cornerstone of democracy. At Artifesto, we believe that culture should be available to everyone, regardless of physical ability, language, or social background.

When a theatre production includes captions, when a festival provides sign-language interpretation, when a gallery ensures wheelchair access—these are not technical details. They are acts of equality.

Exclusion from culture is exclusion from civic life. By ensuring accessibility, we open spaces where diverse voices can meet, question, and create together. This strengthens democracy itself.

Artifesto’s projects are built on this principle: no one should be left outside the cultural conversation.