AL-MUSACTRA: A Unified Digital Platform for Inclusive Access to the Cultural Heritage of Andalusia

This paper introduces the AL-MUSACTRA platform, an initiative designed to democratize access to cultural heritage through digital innovation, specifically catering to the diverse needs of individuals with disabilities. Grounded in the universal right to leisure and culture, the platform is a direct...

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Main Authors: Guerrero-Contreras, Gabriel, Balderas-Diaz, Sara, Toribio-Camunas, Silvia, Rodriguez-Almendros, Maria Luisa, Hurtado-Torres, Maria Visitacion
Format: Conference Proceeding
Language:English
Subjects:
content management systems
Cultural differences
digital accessibility
Education
inclusive design
Safety
Sign language
Sustainable development
Technological innovation
user engagement
Visualization
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Summary:This paper introduces the AL-MUSACTRA platform, an initiative designed to democratize access to cultural heritage through digital innovation, specifically catering to the diverse needs of individuals with disabilities. Grounded in the universal right to leisure and culture, the platform is a direct response to the mandates of international conventions and the Sustainable Development Goals, with a focus on inclusivity, safety, resilience, and sustainable access to cultural and natural heritage. Despite the progress in accessible audiovisual translation, the challenge of ensuring universal access to cultural heritage persists, particularly for those with visual, hearing, and cognitive disabilities. The AL-MUSACTRA platform leverages the Drupal Content Management System to overcome these barriers, offering features such as audio descriptions, sign language videos, and simplified texts. This paper details the platform's development, highlighting its emphasis on web accessibility standards and its potential to serve as a model for similar initiatives globally.
ISSN:2476-2172
DOI:10.1109/SIIE63180.2024.10604524