Problem Statement

The project aims to address accessibility barriers in Amsterdam for people with disabilities, particularly those with limited mobility, by creating tools, programs, and recommendations.

Target Group

The project is primarily targeting people in Amsterdam with disabilities that limit their mobility. This includes individuals who use wheelchairs in the Amsterdam Oost neighborhood, as well as those with mobility issues seeking access to specific locations.

Proposed Solution

The project proposes to develop a tool that visualizes and maps inaccessible areas within Amsterdam neighborhoods for people with limited mobility and disabilities. This will involve a combination of digital tools, stakeholder interviews, theoretical knowledge, and lived experiences to address accessibility issues and raise awareness about disability, accessibility, and mobility.

Hub Activities

Project's main activites include:

1. Conduct stakeholder interviews to gather insights on accessibility challenges.


2. Develop digital tools for visualizing and mapping inaccessible areas.


3. Collaborate with policymakers to integrate recommendations for enhancing accessibility.


4. Organize awareness campaigns to educate the broader public about disability issues and accessibility

Short-term and Long-term Goals

Short-term goals:

1. Develop the accessibility mapping tool.


2. Gather data on inaccessible areas within Amsterdam neighborhoods.


3. Initiate discussions with policymakers on implementing accessibility improvements.

Long-term goals:

1. Improve accessibility throughout Amsterdam for people with disabilities.


2. Foster a more inclusive environment where individuals with mobility limitations can navigate the city with ease.

Available Metrics

Output metrics: Development of the accessibility mapping tool, number of stakeholder interviews conducted, data collected on inaccessible areas. Impact metrics: Increased awareness of disability issues, implementation of accessibility improvements in Amsterdam neighborhoods.

Project Collaborators

The project may collaborate with organizations such as local disability advocacy groups, government agencies responsible for urban planning and accessibility, and technology companies specializing in mapping and data visualization.

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