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Accepted Paper:
Inclusive planning and infrastructure in Nairobi: an AT2030 case study
Mikaela Patrick
(Global Disability Innovation Hub)
Alex Kaluyu
(Kilimanjaro Blind Trust Africa)
Eugene Muchai
(Zeina Mahmoud)
Vera Bukachi
(Kounkuey Design Initiative)
Gloria Tanui
(Kounkuey Design Initiative)
Paper short abstract:
Co-designing inclusive cities with people with disabilities is an integral part of just and sustainable futures. This case study on inclusive design and accessibility in Nairobi, Kenya shows the challenges and opportunities for inclusive city design and why people with disabilities must be included.
Paper long abstract:
Co-designing inclusive cities with people with disabilities is an integral part of more just and sustainable futures. People who have been historically marginalised or excluded from participating in urban life, such as people with disabilities, are essential to designing equitable solutions and must be included in urban development processes. This paper will report on the findings of a case study on inclusive design and accessibility in the city of Nairobi, Kenya.
The AT2030 Inclusive Infrastructure sub-programme is conducting research on the current state of accessibility and inclusion in different cities around the world, bringing together key stakeholders who can help shape more inclusive cities: people with disabilities, government and local government stakeholders and built environment professionals. This session will present the findings of the Nairobi case study where through interviews, photo diaries and workshops, participants identified key barriers to inclusive environments and opportunities for inclusive design to support broader inclusion. Barriers included a lack of access to opportunities and assistive technology, inaccessible transport, stigma, and exclusion from social, political and economic aspects of life. Participants identified key themes for intervention including: robust policies and government programmes; equitable, accessible and inclusive transportation; delivery of inclusive design and infrastructure; and freedom, safety and independence in the city. Recommendations will be developed to support inclusive design implementation in Nairobi and the findings will form part of a global action report that illustrates shared challenges and opportunities across the different 'Inclusive Infrastructure' case studies.
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Accepted Paper:
Mikaela Patrick (Global Disability Innovation Hub) Alex Kaluyu (Kilimanjaro Blind Trust Africa) Eugene Muchai (Zeina Mahmoud) Vera Bukachi (Kounkuey Design Initiative) Gloria Tanui (Kounkuey Design Initiative)
Paper short abstract:
Paper long abstract:
Co-designing inclusive cities with people with disabilities is an integral part of more just and sustainable futures. People who have been historically marginalised or excluded from participating in urban life, such as people with disabilities, are essential to designing equitable solutions and must be included in urban development processes. This paper will report on the findings of a case study on inclusive design and accessibility in the city of Nairobi, Kenya.
The AT2030 Inclusive Infrastructure sub-programme is conducting research on the current state of accessibility and inclusion in different cities around the world, bringing together key stakeholders who can help shape more inclusive cities: people with disabilities, government and local government stakeholders and built environment professionals. This session will present the findings of the Nairobi case study where through interviews, photo diaries and workshops, participants identified key barriers to inclusive environments and opportunities for inclusive design to support broader inclusion. Barriers included a lack of access to opportunities and assistive technology, inaccessible transport, stigma, and exclusion from social, political and economic aspects of life. Participants identified key themes for intervention including: robust policies and government programmes; equitable, accessible and inclusive transportation; delivery of inclusive design and infrastructure; and freedom, safety and independence in the city. Recommendations will be developed to support inclusive design implementation in Nairobi and the findings will form part of a global action report that illustrates shared challenges and opportunities across the different 'Inclusive Infrastructure' case studies.
Inclusive planning for more just urban spaces: Starting with disability.
Session 1 Thursday 7 July, 2022, -