Simon Stephens

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Simon Stephens

Head of Publications and Events, Museums Association

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Sensory storytelling and sign language training will engage nonverbal visitors

Words can get in the way of a good museum experience, says Sam Bowen

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Vox pop | What is the biggest challenge with disability representation?

Three experts share their views

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When it comes to creating accessible spaces, one size definitely doesn’t fit all

There isn’t a single solution to inclusive access, says Pierrette Squires

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Policy | Tackling disability under-representation in museum

Support the MA’s anti-ableism campaign, says Esther Fox

V&A Dundee celebrates fifth anniversary

Research carried out to mark five years since opening shows impact of Scotland's design museum

Anti-ableist museums | Further resources

Websites, books and organisations to help you and your museum on the journey to becoming anti-ableist

Guidance for trans-inclusive practice unveiled

University of Leicester has developed the document with backing from cultural organisations

Profile | ‘The best thing about small organisations is that you can do things much, much quicker’

Simon Stephens talks to Annette MacTavish about her work at the Museum of Cornish Life

Manchester Museum returns 174 items to Aboriginal community

Ceremony attended by members of the Anindilyakwa community from Australia's Northern Territory took place on 5 September

Amgueddfa Cymru appoints chief executive

Jane Richardson, chair of Cadw since 2019, will start work on 11 September

Obituary | Giles Velarde 1935-2023

Giles was a bold and inventive exhibition designer who supported others in the profession throughout his long and successful career

British Museum investigating thefts from its collections

A number of items missing, stolen or damaged, as member of staff is dismissed