Web Summit Qatar is committed to making our events accessible and welcoming for everyone. This page will be updated with additional accessibility information as it becomes available. Please check back often.

Accessibility policy at Web Summit Qatar

Updated August 26, 2024
How do I request accessibility adjustments? 
Please fill out <a href="https://cilabs-sysops.formstack.com/forms/accessibility_requirements">this form</a> to make a request. Requests should be made as soon as you have secured your ticket to Web Summit Qatar. Alternatively, you can contact the Web Summit Qatar team at <a href="mailto:info@websummit.com">info@websummit.com</a>.
I am a speaker or other invited guest of Web Summit Qatar. How do I request accessibility accommodations? 
Please reach out directly to the Web Summit Qatar staff member who is assisting you.
What is the deadline for accessibility requests? 
We may be unable to grant some requests that require the use of a third-party supplier, or if they are made after January 26, 2025. We will do our best to honour requests made after this deadline, however, services cannot be guaranteed.
Can my support companion accompany me to Web Summit Qatar? 
Attendees who require personal assistance during Web Summit Qatar can request a companion pass. To request this pass, please contact the Web Summit Qatar team using the <a href="https://cilabs-sysops.formstack.com/forms/accessibility_requirements">accessibility requirements form</a> or via email at <a href="mailto:info@websummit.com">info@websummit.com</a>.
What services are not provided by Web Summit Qatar? 
Web Summit Qatar does not provide: 
&#8211; Devices that are personal or individually prescribed, such as wheelchairs, prescription eyeglasses or hearing aids. 
&#8211; Services of a personal nature, such as assistance with eating, toileting or dressing, the pushing of wheelchairs, or the carrying of personal material. 
&#8211; Connections to soundboards. 
&#8211; Headphones, extension leads, chargers or adapters. 
&#8211; Guides and sign language interpreters for evening or any third-party events.
Are service animals permitted at Web Summit Qatar? 
Web Summit Qatar permits service animals that are trained specifically to assist a person with disabilities. Animals whose sole function is to provide comfort or emotional support are not permitted at Web Summit Qatar.
A dedicated relief area for service animals will be available onsite. The location will be indicated on the venue map when published.
I am visually impaired. How can Web Summit Qatar assist me with navigating printed materials? 
Please feel free to ask a volunteer or member of staff to assist you with reading printed materials.
Alternatively, you can request a companion pass. To request this, please contact the Web Summit Qatar team using the <a href="https://cilabs-sysops.formstack.com/forms/accessibility_requirements">accessibility requirements form</a> or via email at <a href="mailto:info@websummit.com">info@websummit.com</a>.
Is session transcription available? 
Transcription services are not available at Web Summit Qatar.
Is there an audio description service available? 
Audio description services are not available at Web Summit Qatar.
Is there a closed captioning service available? 
We will confirm availability of this service closer to the event. Please indicate your interest in this service via the <a href="https://cilabs-sysops.formstack.com/forms/accessibility_requirements">accessibility requirements form</a> as soon as you have secured your ticket to Web Summit Qatar.
Is strobe lighting in use during Web Summit Qatar? 
Strobe-effect and flashing lights will be in use throughout Web Summit Qatar.
Is there a designated area for wheelchairs at stages? 
A designated area for wheelchairs is available at all Web Summit Qatar stages. This is provided on a first come first served basis. Please ask a member of staff if you require any assistance.
What mobility devices are allowed at Web Summit Qatar? 
Wheelchairs, three- or four-wheel electric scooters, walkers, canes and crutches are allowed and are reasonably accommodated. For safety reasons, requests to use other power-driven mobility devices will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Does Web Summit Qatar offer mobility device rental? 
No mobility equipment rental of any kind is offered by Web Summit Qatar, and Web Summit Qatar does not provide push services for attendees. However, attendees who require the assistance of a personal attendant during Web Summit Qatar can request a companion pass.
Where can I charge my medical or mobility device during the event? 
Standard charging points are available throughout the venue.
Please note: The voltage requirements in Qatar may be different from what you normally use for your device. Web Summit Qatar does not provide extension leads or adapters.
If I need to get dropped off or picked up, is there a safe place for this close to the venue? 
Yes, attendees can be picked up or dropped off at the designated drop-off area. The location will be shown on the venue map when it is published, and will be signposted onsite.
Is accessible parking available at Web Summit Qatar? 
There is a public car park at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC) with designated parking for visitors with specific requirements. You can find more information about parking at the venue <a href="https://www.decc.qa/visitors/">here</a>.
Are there wheelchair-accessible bathrooms at Web Summit Qatar? 
Yes, wheelchair-accessible bathrooms are available across the venue. The locations will be shown on the venue map when it is published.
I have a severe food allergy and/or dietary restriction. Does Web Summit Qatar cater for attendees with dietary restrictions? 
We have tried to ensure that there are suitable food options available for all attendees, and we have worked with the venue to accommodate many dietary requirements. However, as with any large catering space, there is a risk of cross-contamination.
If you have a severe food allergy and/or dietary restriction, you are welcome to bring your own food to Web Summit Qatar.
Is Web Summit Qatar a fragrance-free environment? 
Web Summit Qatar is not a fragrance-free environment. However, we ask all attendees to consider not using perfume, cologne, aftershave or other fragrances for the duration of the event.
The chemicals used in scented products can make people sick, especially those with fragrance sensitivities, asthma and/or allergies, and those who suffer from multiple chemical sensitivity.
Are there prayer rooms at Web Summit Qatar? 
There are prayer rooms available at Web Summit Qatar. The locations will be shown on the venue map when it is published.
Is there a quiet/sensory-friendly space at Web Summit Qatar? 
There is a sensory-friendly area at Web Summit Qatar for attendees who require a temporary calm environment. The location will be shown on the venue map when it is published.