[Faith-Talk] Copyright Privileges & Content Provided By Presenters

[Linda Mentink]

Hi Allen,

You might contact David Gibbs, Jr., at ChristianLaw.org. I hope he can help you.

Blessings,

Linda


On Feb 12, 2026 11:07 AM, Allen via Faith-Talk <faith-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>
> Hi all,
>
>                This question/situation is not specifically with regards to
> persons impacted by blindness, but it does impact individuals impacted by
> disability; however, would appreciate any recommendations.  Here is the
> situation:
>
>                The denomination of which I am a member, hosts bi-annual
> national-wide youth/student gatherings.  This event is planned for the
> upcoming Summer - 2026.  This event draws some 3,00 - 4,000 middle and high
> school students from across the US.
>
>                As part of this gathering there are large group teaching and
> worship services in an arena environment, and one has referred to some of
> these gatherings/rallies as likened to a "rock concert".  Since students
> with various disabilities are invited, and likely to attend, a sensory room
> has been recommended for those desiring to take advantage of such.
>
>                In discussion of the arrangements for this sensory room, a
> request has been made to the event planners to provide some live input to
> this sensory room; so that,  students requiring this space would still be
> able - in part -  be able to participate in the programming by hearing
> and/or seeing, what is being provided to the entire assembly.  This request
> is being denied by the planners, based on the statement that the presenters
> do not wish to have their presentation offered in this manner based on
> "copyright" privileges.
>
>                The desire is not to record, retransmit, or distribute the
> content in any form; but rather, to make the programming available
> concurrent with their peers in a manner suitable to those who desire/require
> so.  Would like to understand if there is a means to remedy this situation,
> other than, just by a suggestion.  The request has been made; but, there has
> been no cooperation to change their position, or to address the presenters
> with a compromise.
>
>                To date, all communications have been by email, which allows
> for further discussions to be ignored.  Welcome any suggestions as what
> further can be done, and in a manner to obtain a appropriate and legally
> permissible outcome.  Do desire to do so in a manner as not to brake down
> bridges; but make such events mor inclusive for all  students.
>
> Thanks for your consideration,
>
> Allen
>
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