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three people — one using a motorized wheelchair, two on foot — traverse a wide wooden walkway beneath flourishing green trees
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In addition to a pleasing blend of wetlands and walkways, the Pearl District’s Tanner Springs Park offers easy access to restaurants, bars, shopping and attractions.
Credit: Justin Katigbak

Accessible Tourism Ambassador Training

Lloyd
Lloyd
When
Sunday, Mar. 8, 2026
10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Free
Where
777 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Portland, OR 97232

Join fellow tourism professionals before the Oregon Governor’s Conference on Tourism in learning how to create inclusive travel experiences at the upcoming Accessible Tourism Ambassador Training, funded in part by a grant from Travel Oregon and the Institute for Applied Sustainability at Southern Oregon University. 

This experiential training blends hands-on activities, group collaboration and real-world case studies. You will practice accessibility strategies and leave with actionable tools that you can use immediately.

What you will gain: 

  • Practical accessibility strategies you can implement immediately 
  • Insights from real-world success stories across the travel industry, including innovative products and tech improvements that support inclusive service delivery 
  • Networking opportunities with peers, experts and advocacy leaders 
  • Access to the Guidebook for Improving Accessibility for Oregon Tourism Providers 
  • Accessibility Ambassador Certificate of Completion 

Lunch and refreshments will be included. There is no cost to attend. Please register early since spaces are limited. Please send any questions to Dr. Pavlina McGrady at mcgradyp1@sou.edu. 

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