About Actcessible
Actcessible is an inclusive arts and accessibility charity dedicated to ensuring that everyone can participate in creative experiences, regardless of disability, neurodivergence, communication differences, sensory needs, health conditions or personal circumstances.
Founded on the belief that nobody should be excluded from creativity, communication or the joy of storytelling, Actcessible was created to challenge the barriers that continue to prevent many people from fully engaging in the arts and wider society. Too often, disabled people, neurodivergent people, Deaf people, blind and visually impaired people, and those facing health-related challenges are expected to adapt to systems that were never designed with them in mind. We believe accessibility should not be an afterthought, it should be the starting point.
What began as a passion for accessibility and inclusive engagement has grown into a charity delivering accessible theatre performances, educational workshops, interactive activities and digital resources across England and Wales. Through our work in schools, hospitals, community venues, care settings and online, we create opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds to connect, learn, create and thrive.
Accessibility is embedded throughout everything we do. Depending on the needs of those we support, our work may include British Sign Language (BSL), Braille, touch tours, audio description, sensory-friendly approaches and flexible participation methods. Our aim is not simply to make existing experiences accessible, but to create environments where everyone feels welcomed, valued and able to take part in ways that work for them.
Our programmes use storytelling, drama, music, play and creative exploration to educate, empower and inspire. Whether we are delivering a workshop in a school, bringing interactive performances into healthcare settings, supporting community groups, or developing digital resources, we seek to build confidence, encourage communication, improve wellbeing and foster greater understanding of accessibility and inclusion.
A key strength of Actcessible is that many members of our team bring lived experience of disability and neurodivergence. This insight helps shape every aspect of our organisation, ensuring accessibility is woven into our culture, decision-making and delivery. Alongside our volunteers, performers, educators and specialists, we work to create meaningful experiences that are both inclusive and impactful.
As the organisation grew, so did the communities we reached. Our commitment to removing barriers, championing representation and creating opportunities for participation led to the establishment of Actcessible as a registered Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) in December 2025. This marked an important milestone in our journey and strengthened our ability to deliver lasting social impact.
Because nobody should ever be left out of the story.