Taking action on accessibility - Hand in Hand
Description of the action and objectives
Green Deal action
'Hand in Hand' is part of an initiative in accessibility in the broadest sense at Reykjavík Art Museum and the City Museum. A project team from the museums is collaborating with diverse groups and associations with the aim of reducing obstacles such as cultural, economic, linguistic, mental, and physical barriers.
Implementation period
Planned completion in the second half of 2022
Status report on January 1, 2024
Action completed. The project 'Hand in Hand' was carried out by the educational departments of the City Museum and the Reykjavík Art Museum, with support from the Icelandic Disability Alliance. The goal was to increase access for marginalized groups to the museums, with special openings, guided tours, and other facilitation to enable disabled individuals to enjoy the museums and what they have to offer to the city's residents and visitors.
Older status reports
| Timing | Progress description |
| July 2023 |
The project 'Hand in Hand' was carried out by the educational departments of the City Museum and the Reykjavík Art Museum, with support from the Icelandic Disability Alliance. The goal was to increase access for marginalized groups to the museums, with special openings, guided tours, and other facilitation to enable disabled individuals to enjoy the museums and what they have to offer to the city's residents and visitors. |
| July 2022 | The project 'Hand in Hand' was carried out by the educational departments of the City Museum and the Reykjavík Art Museum, with support from the Icelandic Disability Alliance. The goal was to increase access for marginalized groups to the museums, with special openings, guided tours, and other facilitation to enable disabled individuals to enjoy the museums and what they have to offer to the city's residents and visitors. |
Related actions
| Action name | Status | Completion | Updated | Departments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renovation of Grófarhús | Completed | 2022 | January 2024 | Department of Culture & Sport |
| Aðalstræti 10 - a new exhibition of the City Museum | Completed | 2022 | January 2024 | Department of Culture & Sport |
| Rainbow Certifications of the City's cultural institutions | Completed | 2022 | January 2024 | Department of Culture & Sport |
| Review of the policies of the City of Literature, City Museum, and City of Music | In progress | 2024 | January 2024 | Department of Culture & Sport |
| City festival conversation platform | In progress | Ongoing | January 2024 | Department of Culture & Sport |
| Taking action on accessibility - Hand in Hand | Completed | 2022 | January 2024 | Department of Culture & Sport |
| Consultation on the operations of the City Library | Completed | 2022 | January 2024 | Department of Culture & Sport |
| Mapping of art spaces in the city | In progress | 2025 | January 2024 | Department of Culture & Sport |
Societal objective
- 1. For All of Us | The Green Deal Residents' well-being and the feeling of belonging in Reykjavík.
- 2. Let Dreams Come True | The Green Deal Children and adolescents let their dreams come true.
- 3. Culture and arts will be integrated into city life | Green Deal Everyone has equal opportunities to participate in and enjoy culture and arts.
- 4. Sports for all | Green Deal Most people regularly engage in sports or other physical activities.
- 5. Improved public health | Green Deal A health-promoting, sustainable, and diverse community.
- 6. Human rights, increased participation, and improved conversations with residents | Green Deal Residents have the opportunity to work with the City to improve their quality of life.