Jenni Ventura
Arts Access & Inclusion Consultant
Supporting festivals, venues and arts organisations to create accessible, inclusive and meaningful creative experiences for diverse communities.
I work with organisations to improve accessibility for audiences and communities, design inclusive participatory programmes and support staff, volunteers and practitioners to work inclusively with confidence.
Based in Bristol, working across the UK.
How I can Help
Accessibility & Inclusion Reviews
Practical consultancy helping organisations identify barriers and improve accessibility for audiences and communities.
Inclusive Programme Design
Support designing participatory arts and community engagement programmes that are inclusive, meaningful and sustainable.
Training in Inclusive Practice
Training for staff, volunteers, artists and participation teams working in festivals, venues and arts organisations.
Power Hour: Inclusion & Project Advice
A focused one-hour consultation to explore ideas, strengthen inclusive approaches and develop accessible projects, programmes or events.
What Clients Say
“Jenni’s consultancy has completely transformed our company-wide approach, from planning to delivery. Jenni’s unique experience as a musician, a Bristol resident and an Inclusion Lead means her approach is well-informed from every angle and we never needed to explain our specialist topics. Jenni really listened to and understood our objectives, and acted with flexibility to accommodate them. She also created a safe and empowering environment for us to be genuinely curious and learn together.”
— En Masse Festival
Who I Work With
My consultancy work supports a range of organisations including:
festivals and live events
music venues and arts centres
community arts organisations
artists and creative producers developing inclusive projects
Organisations might be interested in improving accessibility and inclusion for:
disabled and neurodivergent audiences and communities
families and early years
older people and adults living with dementia
adults and young people with mental health challenges
marginalised and underrepresented groups
communities facing barriers to arts participation
Why I Do This Work
I believe that music and the arts are for everyone, and that creative practice can be a powerful tool for social change.
My work is grounded in 20 years of experience and leadership in participatory arts, inclusive music practice and community engagement. I bring together strategic thinking, practical experience and a collaborative approach to help organisations create environments where people feel welcome, supported and valued.
Featured Project
Improving Accessibility at En Masse Festival
I worked with the Community Engagement Lead at En Masse Festival to strengthen accessibility across the organisation’s community programme and communications.
This included:
advising on inclusive programme design
reviewing booking forms and feedback processes
improving accessibility information and communications
delivering staff training on the social model of disability and inclusive language
training volunteers and front-of-house staff in basic inclusion awareness
connecting the festival with community partners
Work With Me
If you are developing a project, programme or event and want to strengthen accessibility and inclusion, I would be very happy to talk.
I offer a free 30-minute consultation to explore your ideas and discuss how I may be able to support.
Possible starting points include:
accessibility and inclusion reviews for events or venues
training for staff and volunteers
advice on inclusive programme design
support developing inclusive arts projects
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