Accessibility

Rauhanasema (Peace Station), Veturitori 3

The entrance is accessible via a ramp on the side of the building facing Messukeskus (Expo and Concention Centre). The ramp has a 10-degree incline. All the toilets are gender-neutral. One of the toilets in the hall is larger than the others, and its doors can be opened wider. The toilet is equipped with grab rails.

Pasila Library, Kellosilta 9

There is an accessible ramp at the main entrance. There is an accessible and gender-neutral toilet on the second floor.

Naapuruustalo Pasila (“Neighborhood House”), Topparikuja 2

Accessibility info: The entrance is accessible and there is an accessible and gender-neutral toilet.

Safer space guidelines

The organisers of Varjokirjamessut are commited to creating a safe and welcoming experience for all the visitors. Discrimination based on gender, sexuality, ethnicity, race, disability or anything else is not tolerated at the event.

The event follows safer-space principles, which are displayed throughout the venues.

Try to intervene in any harassment you witness. You can also ask for help from the event organisers or harassment contact persons. You will recognise a harassment contact person by a pink safety vest they’ll be wearing.