Middlesbrough Mela is committed to being an inclusive, welcoming festival for everyone. We recognise that people experience barriers in different ways, and we work to remove these barriers wherever possible. Our approach is guided by the Social Model of Disability, which means we focus on identifying and reducing the obstacles created by the environment, communication, and event design.

We know that not all disabilities are visible. Many people live with conditions that affect mobility, energy, sensory processing, communication, mental health, or medical needs. This statement outlines the support we provide and the adjustments we are working towards.