accessibility

“I Felt Like a Second Class Customer”

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Current physical infrastructures in the capital city of Nepal, pose as barriers for people who use mobility devices discouraging social participation, independence and dignity putting them in vulnerable situations. It is a matter of public safety concern for senior citizens, cyclists, wheelchair users, people with a vision disability, baby strollers and joggers.

International Day of Persons with Disability. A call for empowerment

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“I am a different human, I have a not fallen from the moon either, although I cannot see, this is not my sickness… I view my disability not as a problem but as property”.

World Toilet Day: what about the rights of persons living with disabilities?

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What about the rights of persons living with disabilities when we talk about health and hygiene? Today is World Toilet Day and while urban spaces are totally inadequate on this, we have an opportunity to build new, accessible toilets for all.

ENGAGE’S apology to Sagar Prasai. When accessibility is a right, Full stop

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We easily overlook what it means living with disabilities in a town like Kathmandu. There are no excuses, we should always think about accessibility. An open letter to Sagar Prasai, activist and campaigner.

Can Novartis do something for patients living with thalassemia in developing countries?

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Meeting markets and shareholders' expectations for higher profits while at the same time ensuring "shared value" and meeting social demands of the society, can be challenging.