ACCESSIBILITY AT COMPOST2027

The USCC Composting for All Committee is working hard to make COMPOST2027 the most accessible compost industry conference yet.

Accessibility Features Include:

  • Serenity Room: Room 210-211
  • Personal Health, and Wellness Spaces: First Coast Room
  • Priority Seating at Opening Plenary and Closing Ceremony (by request)
  • Dietary needs: vegetarian and gluten free options provided, other options can be provided upon request.
  • Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center ADA Information

If you have accessibility needs, such as accessible seating at the opening plenary or closing ceremony, please contact Erin Carpenter at ecarpenter@compostingcouncil.org.

Serenity Room

The widely-popular Serenity Room will return to COMPOST2027! First launched at COMPOST2026, in Sacramento, the Serenity Room is a low-sensory retreat amidst the excitement of the USCC Conference. This is a peaceful place to take a break, decompress, or quietly catch up on emails. Whether you need a few minutes to rest your eyes, breathe deeply, or step away from the conference buzz, the Serenity Room is here for you. The space was designed with neurodiverse attendees in mind, but all are welcome to use it respectfully.

What the Serenity Room Is For:

  • Sitting or resting quietly
  • Silent laptop, tablet, or phone use (no sound or calls)
  • Meditating or closing your eyes
  • Reading or journaling
  • Using the provided private area for quiet, personal activities such as prayer
  • Practicing quiet self-care or mindfulness
  • Respecting the space as a shared, silent environment

What the Serenity Room Isn’t For:

  • Phone calls, video chats, or meetings
  • Conversations or socializing
  • Eating meals with strong odors (small snacks only)
  • Playing music or videos (even with headphones, if audible to others)
  • Loud typing or disruptive movements
  • Networking or conducting business
  • Any activity that may draw attention or disturb others’ calm

Spend time on purpose.

Give your individual well being the attention it deserves in the USCC Serenity Room.

Conference Accessibility Initiatives are Brought to you by the Composting for All Committee

USCC Composting for All Statement
“The USCC is committed to the growth of the compost industry at all scales with all people. Our ecosystem of individuals and organizations working in the composting industry is connected, vibrant, and welcoming. USCC’s Composting for All initiative ensures participation and representation of a constantly emerging and expanding network of compost professionals. The outcome is a more resilient composting community.”

Learn more about the Composting for All Committee by clicking here. To get involved, with the committee, please contact Emma Singleton, Composting for All Liaison: esingleton@compostingcouncil.org.

Conference accessibility is made possible through the support of the 11th Hour Project