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When thinking about the dimensions of Intersectional Inclusion, it is important to design participatory processes that do not depend entirely on digital platforms. Even well-designed infrastructures can exclude, through connectivity gaps, language barriers, limited digital confidence, sensory overload, or uneven access to devices. Low-tech and analogue tools create space for participation when the platform does not. This can include:

Email and messaging summaries

Share clear, short summaries of what is happening on Decidim by email, WhatsApp, Signal, or SMS. This supports people who cannot log in regularly or who rely on mobile access. These messages should be reflected on your platform to ensure consistency. Example: A weekly “What happened / What’s next” message with links for those who want to go deeper.

Printable or downloadable materials

Provide PDFs or simple documents that explain the process, key proposals, or decisions. These can be printed, shared offline, or read with assistive technologies.
(See: https://webaim.org/techniques/word/ and https://webaim.org/techniques/pdf/)

Flexible timing and asynchronous participation

Low-tech accessibility also means time accessibility. Allow longer participation windows, avoid assuming immediate responses, and recognise care responsibilities, shift work, or digital fatigue.

Human support and mediation

Sometimes the most effective accessibility tool is a person. Offering one-to-one support, check-ins, or accompaniment (online or offline) can make participation safer and more inclusive, especially for people who have experienced harm or exclusion in digital spaces.

These practices align with inclusive and feminist approaches to accessibility that emphasise care, flexibility, and relational support, not just technical compliance (see: https://www.w3.org/WAI/fundamentals/accessibility-intro/).

Ongoing Review

Keep ongoing review light but deliberate. Aim for transparency about decisions and regular, low‑friction ways to adapt as needs change. This supports dignity and what Parry and Curato (2024) call responsiveness: the ability to adjust to evolving needs and unexpected events, grounded in reflexivity. This can mean that you:

• Say clearly what has been decided, by whom, and why

• Offer simple ways to flag issues (in‑room prompts, a trusted contact, short forms, or messages)

• Treat accessibility and safety as ongoing: do a quick check‑in every session