Here in Nowra
Tuesday 01 October 2024 to Thursday 31 October 2024
Overview
The town of Nowra is poised to become the epicenter of conscious gathering, as it hosts "Here in Nowra", a festival dedicated to the exploration and celebration of Vedic philosophy, practices, and…
The town of Nowra is poised to become the epicenter of conscious gathering, as it hosts "Here in Nowra", a festival dedicated to the exploration and celebration of Vedic philosophy, practices, and teachings. This event is not just a festival; it is the embodiment of a vision to bring together a global community of meditators, united in their passion for Vedic wisdom and the pursuit of collective consciousness.
The vision for this festival is to be a gathering place for meditators to come together and celebrate Vedic wisdom. The goal is to unify the community and find places to meet and enjoy the happiness radiating with other like-minded souls. In turn, the conscious energy that these gatherings bring hopes to bring lasting effects to the communities they are held in.
Participants are invited to immerse themselves in a wealth of activities designed to inspire, educate, and transform including Wisdom talks, Meditation courses catering to all levels, Workshops and advanced courses, Social outings to enjoy shared experiences with like minded people
The festival's diverse retreat offerings promise profound personal exploration and growth: Rounding Retreats of varying lengths tailored to deepen practice and understanding.
Accessibility
A quiet space is available at the venue/ facility
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
Adhere to The Food Authority requirements for allergy management in food preparation
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
Have a doorbell or intercom at an accessible height and display a contact number (accessible height is 900mm-1100 mm)
Have a step free main entrance to the building and/or reception area (includes ramps or slopes with a maximum gradient of 1:14, otherwise are too steep for wheelchairs)
Have a wheelchair accessible toilet / shower and change room
Have accessible seating areas in theatrette
Have an accessible public toilet which is unlocked
Have doorways which are easy to open and have lever handles (doorways 850mm or wider when open and not heavy)
Have equipment to respond to anaphylactic shock such as epi–pens and defibrillator
Have lifts with enough space for people using a mobility aid to enter and turn around to use the lift buttons. Buttons are at accessible height.
Have step free access to restaurant, lounge and bar
Have step free access to the conference or function room
Have step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
Have wheelchair accessible picnic tables (picnic tables require 720mm knee clearance and 800mm maximum height)
Modify your cooking and cleaning practices to cater for people with food allergies or chemical intolerances (could include menus with meals free from: nuts, dairy, seafood, eggs, gluten etc)
Offer a range of contact methods for receiving complaints
Offer multiple options for booking - web, email, phone
Provide linen that is chemical and fragrance free (if requested)
Provide seating in common areas including reception area
Provide toiletries which are chemical and fragrance free (if requested)
Train your staff in communicating with people with learning or behavioural challenges
Train your staff in disability awareness
Train your staff to respond to allergic reactions
Use floors/coverings which are slip resistant, firm and smooth
Use non-slip tiles in the bathroom or slip resistant matting
Use organic (chemical and fragrance free) cleaning products
Use organic (chemical and fragrance free) deodorisers in public areas and rooms
Use Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)
Website meets WCAG 2.0 accessibility standards
Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)