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    Iris and her two guesta presenting with th eprojected images on the wall.

    My First URBACT Experience: Inclusive Design for Active Mobility

    December 16, 2024 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

    I was thrilled to contribute as an ad hoc expert on inclusive design for active mobility for the Beyond the Urban Network with URBACT. This experience was incredibly rewarding, as it focused on embedding inclusion and accessibility into both urban and rural mobility solutions. The preparation for my presentation involved online meetings with the lead expert, where I gained valuable insights into the network’s priorities. This helped me tailor the presentation and workshop structure to address the specific needs of the participants. A strong emphasis was placed on accessibility challenges faced by people with disabilities and how inclusive design can bridge these gaps. To enrich the workshop experience, I invited two guests with mobility and visual impairments to share their personal experiences of navigating inaccessible public spaces and transport systems. Their stories were powerful, highlighting the real-life obstacles they face daily and the pivotal role cars play due to a lack of accessible alternatives. Their testimonies deeply resonated with participants, sparking a more engaged and insightful discussion than anticipated. Although we didn’t have time to complete the accessibility analysis during the workshop, we collectively decided to continue the discussion individually. This gave participants additional time to reflect on the challenges shared and develop practical solutions tailored to their contexts. As part of this effort, I also drafted an article, “Turning Accessibility and Inclusion into Measurable Factors in Active Mobility” article direct url https://urbact.eu/articles/turning-accessibility-and-inclusion-measurable-factors-active-mobility The article provides context on accessibility considerations, practical examples of overcoming barriers, and actionable insights to inspire URBACT networks to foster inclusive mobility solutions. This experience has been deeply inspiring, and I’m grateful to URBACT for the opportunity to collaborate on such meaningful work. The feedback from the workshop and the article will play a foundational role in supporting the network’s continued efforts toward accessibility and inclusion in mobility.

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