Author- Anubha Singhal Imagine a world where everyone can move freely and confidently through their environment, regardless of age, ability, or circumstance. This is the power of Universal Design (UD). UD goes beyond just ramps and accessible bathrooms; it’s a philosophy of creating spaces that are usable by everyone, to the greatest extent possible. From […]
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Author- Peter Gibson Imagine navigating the vibrant tapestry of India, from bustling government offices to ancient temples, from modern schools to charming heritage sites. Sounds enchanting, doesn’t it? But for many people with disabilities, this enchanting landscape can morph into a Bollywood tragedy filled with impassable steps, narrow doorways, and missing handrails. The Gatekeepers
Author- Peter Gibson The Indian film industry and media houses have long-misrepresented disability; several of the films in fact being derogatory to persons with disabilities. From Shahrukh’s Zero to Hritik’s Kaabil, there are endless examples of demeaning portrayal of disabilities and associated challenges. There is however a slight departure from this norm, with Netflix’s new
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A few days ago I travelled with my wife to Kerala for a holiday. Not a single part of that journey went smoothly except the parts fully under our control. From insensitivity and lack of awareness of procedures at airline check-in to, to the same in CISF security, to airport toilet accessible facilities, we faced
2019 – just 3 years to get all public spaces accessible!!! Read More »