Universal Design Recommendations for the Post-Covid Workplace Environment
We can make our built environment, products, technologies, services, policies and processes more accessible, using Universal Design features or principles.
Category Accessibility Best Practices
Neglect of Accessibility and Accommodation During Covid-19 Changes
Several no-contact products / devices / services introduced during the Covid-19 pandemic did not adhere to Universal Design principles which have existed in our society for decades.
Making Virtual Meetings and Conferences Accessible
How can we make our meetings and trainings conducted using online / video conferencing tools accessible? Here are some recommendations.
Making Emergency Preparedness Inclusive for People With Disabilities
People with disabilities are often kept out during emergency preparedness drills. Here are some suggestions to make mock drills inclusive.
Frequently Asked Questions on Disability Access Audits for Built Environment
DEOC’s Principal Architect, Ruchira Sarin, who specialises in Universal Design, has answered Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on Disability Access Audits for built environments.
Ten Ways to Make Your Workplace Accessible and Inclusive to Persons With Disabilities
Disability is not as rare as it often seems. Persons with disabilities can bring with them a wealth of skills, talents and business opportunities. It is therefore important to make workplaces accessible and inclusive.
What Five Women With Disability at Work Say About Creating an Inclusive Workplace
DEOC reached out to five inspiring women to understand what is their stake on the position of women with disability at the workplace. We gathered some fascinating responses.
Gatekeeping for Accessibility — Making Procurement Inclusive
A good Procurement Policy can play a role in upholding a company’s commitment towards non-discrimination against persons with disabilities.
Five Lessons You Can Learn From the Winning Corporates of the 17th NCPEDP Helen Keller Award
A few insights from the award winning organisations about creating an equal opportunity workplace for persons with disabilities.
Another Brick in the Wall
The story of Shabnam, a working professional with disability, as she struggles to explore the possibility of finding a new home with accessibility features.