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December 3: International Day of People with Disability

Three years ago, I didn't know about  International Day of People with Disability. Slowly I started to get to know more about people with disabilities.
IDPwD is a United Nations sanctioned day that is celebrated internationally. It aims to increase public awareness, understanding and acceptance of people with disability and celebrate the achievements and contributions of people with disability. - http://www.idpwd.com.au/about/

Each year there is a theme for IDPwD. I'm writing a few points here about making cities inclusive and accessible for all. 


  • It is very difficult to climb stairs for many of us. Walking on slopes will be helpful.
  • A special parking allotment for the disabled at banks and other Government and Private Offices will help us to park our vehicles without any hassles.
  • For people with disabilities working in IT companies if facilities such as an elevator, canteen within the campus, bathrooms, emergency wheelchairs are provided , one can work freely without any worries.


Taking part in activities such as marathons or walkathons will help raise awareness about december third, the day for people with disabilities to many people.

If you have more ideas which can help make our cities more inclusive for all, please feel free to comment.
-Jahnavi

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