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Million People
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Ways to Increase Accessibility and Inclusion through Leadership and Services
Accessibility and Inclusion goes beyond awareness, while awareness is a great first step, leaders need to think of inclusive leadership to engage their teams and create a welcoming workplace for everyone. Shifting to an inclusive leadership mindset to develop products and service to not only increases innovation but helps them remain competitive in the market and go above ADA compliance.
Universal Inclusive Design goes beyond ADA compliance on accessibility design, it provides accessible design that is inclusive for everyone, dramatically improving the lives of everyone, children and adults inclusive of people with disabilities. Shifting to a mindset in universal design can help leaders provide a space that works for everyone, from working environment to product designs and services. Here are some of areas to consider:
Universal Indoor Design
Universal Indoor Design for corporate office space, or commercial retail space, health care center or community center or other indoor area, provide safety and easy of use for all individuals. When planning to create a more inclusive and universal space you need to consider:
- Area and Space
- Industry Needs
- Accessibility and Flexibility Design
- Simplicity and Ease of Use
- Lighting and Signage
- Risk and Safety
- Use of Smart Technology
- Different types of user needs
Outdoor Universal Design
Everyone regardless of their ability should have easy accessible use of outdoor spaces. Organizations are moving towards elevating their outdoor space designs to be Universal and Inclusive. Outdoor spaces should go beyond the ADA standard compliance of the use of space, some outdoor designs should consider:
- Area and Space
- Landscape and Architectural designs
- Physical barriers or Mobility constraints
- Sensory Friendly spaces
- Risk and Safety
- Sustainability and Durability
- Other community engagements and partnerships
Inclusive Leadership Journey
NuPrisma offers individualized and strategic plans to help you and your organization lead with purpose and achieve company growth. By choosing NuPrisma not only will you see success-driven results, but you will be contributing to empowering people of all abilities to a more accessible community.
