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Effective Date: May 2025

Our Commitment to Accessibility

At Hermana a Hermana, we are committed to making our community and events as inclusive and accessible as possible. We believe that all women deserve the opportunity to participate in our entrepreneurial sisterhood, regardless of physical abilities or accessibility needs.

Infrastructure Challenges in Playa del Carmen

We want to be transparent about the accessibility challenges we face in Playa del Carmen. The local infrastructure varies significantly, and many venues present barriers that are beyond our immediate control:

Common Venue Limitations:

• Many locations require walking up stairs (walk-ups) without elevator access

• Beach events involve uneven sand surfaces and may require walking on soft terrain

• Some venues lack accessible restroom facilities

• Sidewalks and pathways may be uneven or unpaved

• Limited accessible parking options at many locations

What We're Doing to Help

Event Planning:

• We provide detailed venue accessibility information for each event

• When possible, we choose venues with better accessibility features

• We offer virtual participation options for applicable events

• We're happy to discuss individual accommodations before events

Communication:

• All event descriptions include accessibility details about the specific venue

• We provide contact information for accessibility questions

• We offer alternative formats for event materials when requested

Website Accessibility:

• We strive to make our website accessible to screen readers and assistive technologies

• We use clear headings, alt text for images, and readable fonts

• We provide multiple ways to contact us (email, social media, phone)

Event-Specific Information

Beach Events:

• Involve walking on sand, which may be challenging for mobility devices

• Limited shade and seating options

• Restroom facilities may require walking to nearby establishments

Indoor Venues:

• We specify if stairs are required and how many flights

• We note if elevators are available

• We indicate accessible restroom availability

Outdoor/Garden Events:

• May involve uneven terrain or grass surfaces

• Weather-dependent accessibility considerations

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How to Get Help

Before Events:

• Use our forums to connect with others

• Connect with other attendees for carpooling or assistance

Need Accommodations?

• We're committed to reasonable accommodations within venue limitations 

Ongoing Improvements

We recognize that accessibility is an ongoing commitment. We are:

• Actively seeking more accessible venues as options become available

• Expanding virtual participation options

• Continuously educating ourselves about accessibility best practices

Feedback and Support

Your feedback helps us improve! Please let us know:

• About accessibility barriers you've encountered

• Suggestions for better accommodations

• Positive experiences that we can replicate

• Any other accessibility concerns or ideas

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Alternative Participation

If physical attendance isn't possible, we offer:

• Virtual attendance options when available

• Recorded sessions for some events

• One-on-one consultations as alternatives to group events

• Resource sharing via email and online platforms

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We're committed to creating an inclusive community where every hermana can participate meaningfully. While we can't eliminate all physical barriers in Playa del Carmen, we're dedicated to transparency, accommodation, and continuous improvement.

This accessibility statement was last updated on May 2025