The Geological Society of America strives to create a pleasant and rewarding experience for every attendee and is committed to providing universal access to our meeting.
Below you will find specific information on a variety of topics to assure your needs are met. If you have other requests that are not addressed below, please feel free to contact us (meetings@geosociety.org).
The Anaheim Convention Center (ACC) prioritizes accessibility for its attendees. Efforts are made to ensure that everyone, regardless of varying needs and abilities, can experience events in a seamless manner.
Accessibility info at the Anaheim Convention Center
If you would like to talk with someone to request accommodations (e.g., sign language interpreters, alternative formats) please check the box during the registration process and a GSA staff member will follow up with you. Advanced notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.
If you have dietary considerations and have registered for a ticketed event, field trip, or short course that includes a meal, please check the Dietary box during the registration process. Gluten free (GF), vegan (V), and vegetarian options will be available. For all other requests GSA Meetings Dept. staff will follow up with you after you have registered for the meeting.
There are two (2) lactation rooms available for use within ACC South: room 109 located in Lobby A and room 127 located in Lobby D. There is (1) lactation room located at ACC North on the Plaza Level.
Wheelchair and scooter rentals are subject to availability. It’s recommended to reach out well before the event.
GSA has assisted hearing devices available for use during the meeting. Please visit the Annual Meeting Staff Office in ACC to check one out. All you’ll need is an ID.
GSA will partner to provide Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART) services for all Pardee Keynote Symposia, Presidential Address & Awards, Noontime Lectures, Special Lectures, and the Halbouty Distinguished Lecture. CART is an instant translation of the spoken word into English text. The text then appears on a laptop, monitor or other display depending on the environment. CART requires the skill of a trained stenographer with the ability to write at speeds of up to 225 words per minute with 98 percent accuracy.
Under ADA regulations, the definition of a “service animal” is limited to a dog or a miniature horse that is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for an individual with a disability. The task(s) performed by the animal must be directly related to the person’s disability. Under the ADA, “comfort”, “therapy”, and/ or “emotional support” animals do not qualify as service animals.
Destination Sitters—Hotel Babysitting & Events Childcare
Hire babysitters, nannies, childcare & pet sitting service, and fully screened childcare for traveling family and event planners. We come to your hotel/Airbnb!
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