Accessibility Declaration

Preparation of the Accessibility Declaration

The declaration was prepared on: 2021-01-29
The declaration was last reviewed and updated on: 2025-03-24
The declaration was prepared based on an external assessment conducted by the Integration Foundation (PDF) and a self-assessment based on tools used for automatic detection of some digital accessibility errors (WAVE).

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Feedback and Contact Information
Any digital accessibility issues on this website can be reported to Maria Sasin by email msasin@ggm.gda.pl

Everyone has the right to request the digital accessibility of this website or its elements.

When making such a request, please provide:

• Your name and surname,
• Your contact information (e.g., phone number, email),
• The exact address of the webpage where the element or content is digitally inaccessible,
• A description of the issue and how you would prefer it to be resolved.

We will respond to your request as soon as possible, no later than within 7 days of receiving it.

If this timeframe is too short for us, we will inform you of this. In this information, we will provide a new deadline by which we will correct the errors you reported or prepare the information in an alternative way. This new deadline will not exceed 2 months.

If we are unable to ensure digital accessibility for the website or content requested, we will offer you access to it in an alternative way.

Handling Requests and Complaints Regarding Accessibility
If, in response to your request for digital accessibility, we refuse to provide the requested accessibility, and you disagree with this refusal, you have the right to file a complaint.

You also have the right to file a complaint if you disagree with the alternative access method proposed in response to your request for digital accessibility.

You can submit a complaint by mail or email to:

• Name and position: Maria Sasin – Acting Director
• Address: ul. Piwna 27/29, 80-831 Gdańsk
• Email: dyrektor@ggm.gda.pl

You may also inform the Ombudsman and request intervention in your case.

Other Information

Architectural Accessibility

The Gdańsk City Gallery is located in five locations.

Gdańska Galeria Miejska 1 (GGM1)

Address: ul. Piwna 27/29

Accessibility:

• The main entrance has a single step, and there are no ramps or lifts, making it inaccessible for wheelchair users.
• The gallery is located on the ground floor.
• The communication routes and door widths meet the minimum accessibility requirements.
• There is an accessible restroom.
• No tactile maps, Braille signs, or auditory navigation systems for visually impaired individuals.
• There are no designated parking spaces for disabled persons directly at the building.
• Transportation:
• Bus: Line 100 to Targ Chlebowy stop, then walk approximately 150 meters towards ul. Piwna.

Gdańska Galeria Miejska 2 (GGM2)

Address: ul. Powroźnicza 13/15

Accessibility:

• The main entrance has a step with no ramp or lift.
• The gallery is located on the ground floor.
• An accessible restroom is available.
• No tactile maps, Braille signs, or auditory navigation systems.
• There are no designated parking spaces for disabled persons directly at the building.
• Transportation:
• Tram: Lines 8 or 9 to Chmielna stop, then walk approximately 300 meters towards ul. Ogarna.
• Bus: Lines 112, 138, 166, 178, 186, or 212 to Chmielna stop, then walk approximately 300 meters.

Gdańska Galeria Güntera Grassa (4G)

Address: ul. Szeroka 37 / ul. Grobla I

Accessibility:

• The main entrance has two steps with no ramps or lifts.
• Some internal spaces have accessibility issues due to differences in floor levels.
• There is limited access to certain parts of the gallery and restroom.
• No tactile maps, Braille signs, or auditory navigation systems.
• Transportation:
• Bus: Line 100 to Targ Chlebowy stop, then walk approximately 150 meters towards ul. Szeroka.

Gdańsk Miasto Literatury

Address: ul. Długa 35

Accessibility:

• The main entrance has two steps with no ramp or lift.
• An alternative entrance is available through the courtyard with a step and a ramp (accessible by calling staff).
• There is no accessible restroom.
• Some areas, such as the lecture hall, are not accessible by wheelchair.
• No tactile maps or Braille signs.
• No auditory navigation system.
• Transportation:
• Tram: Lines 8 or 9 to Żabi Kruk stop, then walk approximately 350 meters towards ul. Długa.
• Bus: Lines 112, 138, 166, 178, 186, or 212 to Żabi Kruk stop, then walk approximately 350 meters.

GGM Offices

Address: ul. Ogarna 27/28

Accessibility:

• The entrance has a threshold.
• The offices are located on the first floor with no lift or platform.
• The building’s interior does not meet accessibility standards.
• There is no accessible restroom.
• No tactile maps or Braille signs.
• No auditory navigation system.
• Transportation:
• Tram: Lines 8 or 9 to Żabi Kruk stop, then walk approximately 250 meters towards ul. Ogarna.
• Bus: Lines 112, 138, 166, 178, 186, or 212 to Żabi Kruk stop, then walk approximately 250 meters.

General Notes on Accessibility:

Many of these locations are situated in historic buildings, which limits the ability to implement modern accessibility solutions such as ramps or elevators. Efforts are being made to offer alternative forms of participation and to provide compensatory actions to make cultural events and programs more accessible.