Schedule
09:00 - 10:00
REGISTRATION & WELCOME COFFEE
10:00 – 10:05
WELCOME NOTE BY CONFERENCE PRODUCER
10:05 - 10:10
WELCOME NOTE BY CHAIRPERSON
10:10 - 10:30
RAISING AMBITION FOR DISABILITY INCLUSION: ENTRY POINTS BY SECTOR
• Accessibility within Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Efforts and Generally
• Spotting opportunities within the organization
• Accessible Workplace for All
10:30 - 10:50
EMPOWERING INCLUSIVE LIVING: SMART HOME AND COMMUNITY SOLUTIONS FOR DISABILITY-FRIENDLY REAL ESTATE DESIGN
• How voice-controlled systems, automated home features, and customizable interfaces enhance accessibility and independence for individuals with disabilities.
• Accessible public spaces, community safety systems, to create disability-friendly environments.
• Best practices in construction to integrate smart technologies from the outset.
10:50 - 11:35
PANEL DISCUSSION | UNIVERSAL DESIGN – AN APPROACH TO INCLUSIVE DESIGN
• Inclusive design vs accessibility
• Understanding Equitable Use in Architecture
• Collaborative Approach and User Involvement
11:35 - 11:55
Designing for Dignity – The Global Changing Places Movement?
• Why standard accessible toilets might not be suitable for every instance
• The adaptation of Changing Places facilities around the world for people with complex needs
• Future Trends
11:55 - 12:25
NETWORKING & COFFEE BREAK
12:25 - 13:10
PANEL DISCUSSION | ACCESSIBILITY IN BUILDING AND TRANSPORT INFRASTRUCTURE: INDICATORS FOR POD
• Typical issues in Planning, Design and Implementation
• Measuring accessibility by considering the entire journey chain, including travel links, information provision, and all the processes involved
• Qualitative factors such as user convenience, comfort, affordability, security and consumer preferences
13:10 - 13:30
SMART AND SUSTAINABLE: THE FUTURE OF BATHROOM FITTINGS
• Smart faucets and showers: Touchless operation, Voice-activated controls, Temperature, and flow monitoring
• Successful implementations in public washroom spaces with integrated smart and sustainable bathroom fittings & solutions.
• The role of AI and IoT in future public washroom design, control & management.
13:30 - 14:30
NETWORKING & COFFEE BREAK
14:30 - 15:15
PANEL DISCUSSION | EDUCATION FACILITIES FOR DISABLED STUDENTS - MAKING SCHOOLS ACCESSIBLE TO ALL
• School accessibility and universal design in school infrastructure
• Practical considerations for developing Inclusive Schools
• Incubating special equipment to augment educational services for Differently-Abled students
15:15 - 16:00
PANEL DISCUSSION | GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES ON INCLUSIVE INFRASTRUCTURE
• United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
• Advocate for the harmonization of accessibility standards at the international level to ensure consistency and ease of compliance across borders
• Encourage collaboration and knowledge sharing between countries to exchange best practices in inclusive infrastructure development.
16:00 - 16:20
FIRE SIDE CHAT | ENHANCING DISABILITY INCLUSIVE DESIGN THROUGH ACCESSIBILITY AUDITS
• Establish a system for ongoing monitoring and periodic re-audits to ensure sustained accessibility
• Assessment of the entire site, including buildings, pathways, parking areas, and outdoor spaces and identify potential barriers
• Ensure that the design complies with relevant accessibility standards and guidelines
16:20 - 16:50
PANEL DISCUSSION | ACCESSIBLE HEALTHCARE FACILITIES FOR PEOPLE OF DETERMINATION
• Medical Equipment and Examination Rooms is designed with accessibility in mind, considering reach and control placement
• Offer healthcare information in various formats, such as Braille, large print, and electronic formats
• Online appointment systems are accessible for individuals using assistive technologies
