Accessibility

In a question to the European Commission, Dimitris Tsiodras, a member of the ND and ELP MEP, calls for ensuring access to essential services for the elderly.

In a groundbreaking move for accessibility, the National Theater has introduced a tactile tour of "The School for Wives," allowing people with visual impairments to feel their way into the world of the play like never before. 

The Touristic Tuz Express set off on a dedicated journey on Dec. 3 to raise awareness about the importance of inclusivity and accessibility for individuals with disabilities.

The initiative, launched on the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, saw 101 disabled individuals participate in the unique experience.

The Zakynthos Museum is set to receive a fresh, modern upgrade thanks to a €940,000 restoration and modernization project led by the Ministry of Culture. Approved plans from the Museum Council now bring the 1959 landmark building, designated as a heritage site, closer to significant renewal.

The lecture will be streamed live on both Facebook and Youtube, ensuring accessibility to a wide audience

"We often find ourselves entering a store and waiting awkwardly at the entrance for an extended period because no one approaches or addresses us to explain, for instance, that they will serve us shortly.

The Sofia Municipality has unveiled plans for the expansion of the metro network in the "Lyulin" district. The announcement signals a significant step forward in improving connectivity and mobility for residents in this densely populated area.

It has been revealed that by 2027, Bulgaria will witness a significant increase in its elderly population, with individuals over the age of 65 constituting nearly a quarter of the total populace. This revelation emerged during a Round Table discussion organized by "Caritas Bulgaria" focused on the challenges surrounding long-term care for the elderly.

The Athens Urban Rail Transport Company (STASY) has launched a new app on its website (stasy.gr) where passengers with mobility disabilities and disabled people in general are informed in real time about failures of elevators at stations. The application is accessible from all mobile devices.

Technology is being transformed into benefit in cooperation with Türk Telekom and the General Directorate of State Theaters Istanbul State Theater. The new social responsibility project, titled "Accessible Theater," aims to increase the participation of visually and hearing-impaired individuals in cultural and artistic events.