UK-based neurodivergent-led not-for-profit, EventWell, dedicated to neuroinclusion and wellbeing in the events industry, has announced the 2025 launch of the EventWell Manifesto and SensorySafe Accreditation Scheme.
These initiatives will reshape UK events, conferences, exhibitions, and festivals by establishing new standards for accessibility and inclusion.
The EventWell Manifesto will promote neuroinclusive practices in the events industry, offering clear commitments for organisers to create safe, welcoming, and inclusive environments for neurodivergent attendees, guided by empathy and proactive support.
Based on years of research, including findings that 85% of neurodivergent attendees avoid events due to overwhelm and 88% feel organisers lack understanding, the manifesto challenges these barriers.
The scheme will officially launch in 2025, with a series of workshops, training sessions, and events to prepare organisers for the transition.
SensorySafe Accreditation
The SensorySafe Accreditation Scheme will help organisers to showcase their commitment to neuroinclusion. This accreditation will assess and certify events based on:
- Quiet and sensory spaces: Providing supervised, well-equipped rooms for relaxation and regulation.
- Inclusive design: Addressing the key overwhelm triggers of crowds, noise, and navigation.
- Training and support: Ensuring staff are equipped with mental health first aid training and awareness of neuroinclusive practices.
Helen Moon, founder and CEO of EventWell, said: “By launching the EventWell Manifesto and SensorySafe Accreditation Scheme, we aim to inspire a cultural shift, ensuring that events are not just accessible but actively welcoming for not just neurodivergent individuals, but all.”
