A tale of five rooms

ExclusiveA tale of five rooms

News Igor Bizjak -

On 14 October 2024, the National Council held a consultation on mobility and web accessibility for people with disabilities and the elderly, where a plan for a single national platform "The Story of Five Spaces" was presented. The platform, funded by the Ministry of Environment, Climate and Energy, will bring together data on accessibility of indoor spaces, the outdoor built environment, online content, on-call transport and home exercise technologies. The aim is to improve quality of life by providing better access to services and information. The event highlighted the importance of including people with disabilities and older people in society and the need for accessible infrastructure for all.
 

 

Working on accessibility

ExclusiveWorking on accessibility

News Igor Bizjak -

The Urban Institute of the Republic of Slovenia (UIRS) focuses on research, awareness-raising and the development of solutions to improve the accessibility of public spaces and buildings. It participates in the preparation of manuals, the organisation of workshops and in national and international projects promoting universal design. UIRS analyses existing accessibility of buildings, proposes improvements and develops digital platforms for collecting accessibility data. Their work brings together science, practice and legislation, with the aim of creating an inclusive society for all citizens.
 

 

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Designing Accessible Restrooms

Designing Accessible Restrooms

Accessible restrooms are essential for the independence and safety of wheelchair users. It is crucial to provide sufficient maneuvering space, correctly installed equipment such as grab bars, sinks, and emergency alarms, and easily reachable features like switches, hooks, and waste bins. Common mistakes include improper equipment heights and unsuitable solutions that hinder usability. Properly adapted restrooms ensure equal accessibility and dignity for all users.

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National Action on the Social Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities

National Action on the Social Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities

The National Action on the Social Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities project, led by NSIOS, promotes the inclusion of people with different forms of disabilities in society. As a project partner, the Urban Planning Institute of the Republic of Slovenia is assessing the accessibility of 100 buildings in public use that are all benefit providers for EU Disability card holders, raising awareness among owners and building managers, and informing people with disabilites on how to access those buildings and plan their visits to the providers.

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2/13/2025
Kakšne naj bodo dostopne blagajne?

Kakšne naj bodo dostopne blagajne?

Za osebe z oviranostmi je ustrezno načrtovan blagajniški prostor ključnega pomena. Dobra osvetlitev, prilagodljivi POS terminali, pravilna višina pultov in tekočih trakov in jasni prikazovalniki cen lahko bistveno izboljšajo nakupovalno izkušnjo. 

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2/14/2025
Accessibility of passenger transport infrastructure

Accessibility of passenger transport infrastructure

In 2025, Slovenia will implement significant legal changes affecting accessibility for people with disabilities, including the Accessibility of Products and Services for Disabled Persons Act (ZDPSI) and the Equal Opportunities for Disabled Persons Act (ZIMI). These laws will require adjustments in various sectors, including products, services, and transportation, as well as the removal of physical barriers at train stations and on trains by December 2025, contributing to better inclusion of people with disabilities in society.

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HERITAGE-PROTECTED BUILDINGS

HERITAGE-PROTECTED BUILDINGS

Heritage-protected buildings hold significant historical and architectural value, which often complicates their adaptation to modern needs, particularly in ensuring accessibility for all. Understanding heritage protection regimes and collaborating with the Institute for the Protection of Cultural Heritage of Slovenia (ZVKDS) is essential, as well-planned solutions can often balance heritage preservation with accessibility.

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Gorenjski hotel z dostopnimi oznakami sob

Gorenjski hotel z dostopnimi oznakami sob

Oznake sob v nastanitvenih objektih so pogosto neustrezne za slepe in slabovidne goste, saj so številke previsoko nameščene, premajhne, premalo kontrastne ali netipne. Dober primer rešitve najdemo v enem izmed hotelov na Gorenjskem, kjer imajo vhode v sobe označene s svetlobnimi in reliefnimi oznakami, kar omogoča lažjo orientacijo.

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