This document is the transcript of a speech given by Prime Minister David Thompson at the first "Fully Accessible Barbados" awards ceremony hosted by the Barbados Council for the Disabled. In the speech, Thompson congratulates the organizers for their efforts in making Barbados more accessible and inclusive. He highlights the business opportunities of catering to travelers with disabilities, who represent a large potential market. Thompson also outlines progress that has been made in Barbados to improve accessibility and notes that continued efforts are needed to promote equal rights and opportunities for the disabled.
The Blackfoot Canadian Cultural Society is recognized across Canada for their contribution and commitment to fostering cross-cultural and community awareness relating to aboriginal arts and culture, and generating support and resources for many of the individual artists.
Since founding the society in 1998, Executive Director Mary Ann Crow Healy has worked tirelessly to achieve these goals through programs such as the International Peace Pow Wow, Aboriginal Artists Award Ceremony, Miss Blackfoot Canada Pageant, the Blackfoot Art Gallery and Soaring Heart projects. Both personally and professionally, Ms. Crow Healy continues to inspire us with the strength of her vision and commitment to this task.
This trial period agreement is between an employee and a company to evaluate the employee's performance as an administrative assistant over the course of one month. The employee's duties will include collecting local payments from Australian customers, managing sales data, forwarding payments to sellers after deducting a 5% commission, and submitting weekly and monthly reports on transactions. The agreement outlines compensation, confidentiality terms, termination conditions, and that the employee is an independent contractor not entitled to benefits. It also specifies that any disputes will be resolved through arbitration in London.
This document outlines a service provider fee agreement between Envoy Finance International, Inc. and Express Capital, Inc. Express Capital will procure investors to deposit $10 million into a Bank of America account for 60 days in exchange for an initial fee of $75,000. Envoy can extend the deposit for additional 60 day periods by paying extension fees of $65,000. The fees will be paid into and disbursed from escrow. The agreement also details non-disclosure of confidential sources, termination conditions, arbitration of disputes, and account verification instructions to avoid early closure of the deposit account.
This employment agreement is between an employee and Nova Vita LTD., a Polish company. The employee will serve as a customer manager, receiving payments from clients into their personal bank account and withdrawing cash or making payments to the company's partners through money transfer systems. The agreement is for 3 months. As compensation, the employee will receive $3,000 per month plus a variable commission based on the number and size of payment processing transactions completed on time and accurately according to the company's instructions.
TO KNOW THERE IS INJUSTICE AND BE SILENT, IS INJSUTICE; PROSECUTORIAL MISCONDUCT, PROSECUTOR MISCONDUCT, WILLIE GENE WOODARD, PHOENIX, ARIZONA, KEVIN RAPP, MONICA KLAPPER, JUDGE ROSENBLATT, DAVID LOCKHART, WRONGFUL CONVICTIONS, POLICE MISCONDUCT, FBI, U.S. ASSISTANT ATTORNEY, FEDERAL JUDGE, SUPREME COURT, INJUSTICE, WILL G. WOODARD, THE STAND, REDEMPTION STAND, BOUNCING FROM THE BOTTOM TO THE TOP, IN JESUS NAME, ROBERT MARGOLIS, AMEN.
The New Era of Faith Tourism (Arabian Travel Market Presentation)Kevin Wright
An introduction to the modern-day religious travel and hospitality industry. Presented by Kevin J. Wright, WRTA president, at the Arabian Travel Market.
The document discusses Cox & Kings, a tourism company in India. It provides details about the company's history, operations, competitors and strategies. Cox & Kings has over 250 sales points across India and operates in 19 countries. It aims to achieve a 17% market share through developing unique brand positioning and consistent promotion. The company's brand vision is to offer additional tourism segments and improve service quality over the next 5 years.
The Barbados Council for the Disabled recognizes the need for an accessible environment with equal opportunities for persons with disabilities. The Fully Accessible Barbados program was created to encourage a barrier-free environment and accredits facilities that meet accessibility goals. The goals are to raise the quality and quantity of disability services, achieve an inclusive society, and meet international accessibility standards to attract more visitors to Barbados.
The Blackfoot Canadian Cultural Society is recognized across Canada for their contribution and commitment to fostering cross-cultural and community awareness relating to aboriginal arts and culture, and generating support and resources for many of the individual artists.
Since founding the society in 1998, Executive Director Mary Ann Crow Healy has worked tirelessly to achieve these goals through programs such as the International Peace Pow Wow, Aboriginal Artists Award Ceremony, Miss Blackfoot Canada Pageant, the Blackfoot Art Gallery and Soaring Heart projects. Both personally and professionally, Ms. Crow Healy continues to inspire us with the strength of her vision and commitment to this task.
This trial period agreement is between an employee and a company to evaluate the employee's performance as an administrative assistant over the course of one month. The employee's duties will include collecting local payments from Australian customers, managing sales data, forwarding payments to sellers after deducting a 5% commission, and submitting weekly and monthly reports on transactions. The agreement outlines compensation, confidentiality terms, termination conditions, and that the employee is an independent contractor not entitled to benefits. It also specifies that any disputes will be resolved through arbitration in London.
This document outlines a service provider fee agreement between Envoy Finance International, Inc. and Express Capital, Inc. Express Capital will procure investors to deposit $10 million into a Bank of America account for 60 days in exchange for an initial fee of $75,000. Envoy can extend the deposit for additional 60 day periods by paying extension fees of $65,000. The fees will be paid into and disbursed from escrow. The agreement also details non-disclosure of confidential sources, termination conditions, arbitration of disputes, and account verification instructions to avoid early closure of the deposit account.
This employment agreement is between an employee and Nova Vita LTD., a Polish company. The employee will serve as a customer manager, receiving payments from clients into their personal bank account and withdrawing cash or making payments to the company's partners through money transfer systems. The agreement is for 3 months. As compensation, the employee will receive $3,000 per month plus a variable commission based on the number and size of payment processing transactions completed on time and accurately according to the company's instructions.
TO KNOW THERE IS INJUSTICE AND BE SILENT, IS INJSUTICE; PROSECUTORIAL MISCONDUCT, PROSECUTOR MISCONDUCT, WILLIE GENE WOODARD, PHOENIX, ARIZONA, KEVIN RAPP, MONICA KLAPPER, JUDGE ROSENBLATT, DAVID LOCKHART, WRONGFUL CONVICTIONS, POLICE MISCONDUCT, FBI, U.S. ASSISTANT ATTORNEY, FEDERAL JUDGE, SUPREME COURT, INJUSTICE, WILL G. WOODARD, THE STAND, REDEMPTION STAND, BOUNCING FROM THE BOTTOM TO THE TOP, IN JESUS NAME, ROBERT MARGOLIS, AMEN.
The New Era of Faith Tourism (Arabian Travel Market Presentation)Kevin Wright
An introduction to the modern-day religious travel and hospitality industry. Presented by Kevin J. Wright, WRTA president, at the Arabian Travel Market.
The document discusses Cox & Kings, a tourism company in India. It provides details about the company's history, operations, competitors and strategies. Cox & Kings has over 250 sales points across India and operates in 19 countries. It aims to achieve a 17% market share through developing unique brand positioning and consistent promotion. The company's brand vision is to offer additional tourism segments and improve service quality over the next 5 years.
The Barbados Council for the Disabled recognizes the need for an accessible environment with equal opportunities for persons with disabilities. The Fully Accessible Barbados program was created to encourage a barrier-free environment and accredits facilities that meet accessibility goals. The goals are to raise the quality and quantity of disability services, achieve an inclusive society, and meet international accessibility standards to attract more visitors to Barbados.
The document discusses the business case and potential for accessible tourism in Scotland. It notes that the domestic disabled market in the UK spends £98 million annually in Scotland, compared to an average of £7 million annually from the Chinese market. The document advocates working with industry to improve accessibility and attitudes, provide training, and ensure accurate information so Scotland can better attract the substantial spending power of disabled travelers and their companions. Plans are outlined to create an industry steering group, produce a film, hold accessibility events, and develop disability customer service training.
This document proposes a project to develop volunteer tourism in Nuquí, Colombia. It provides background information on Nuquí, describing its population, economy, and main problems such as low education, lack of basic services, and poverty. It suggests that volunteer tourism could help address these issues by having volunteers assist with education, health services, and developing sustainable tourism and business skills. Potential local and international partners for the volunteer programs are identified. Key considerations for the project include having strong community relationships and focusing volunteer efforts on local priorities.
This document proposes a project to develop volunteer tourism in Nuquí, Colombia. It begins with background information on Colombia and Nuquí, noting that Nuquí has high poverty and illiteracy due to weak institutions, isolation, and an underdeveloped economy focused on mining. It then discusses how volunteer tourism could help by working in education, health, and developing local businesses and infrastructure. Potential local partners are identified like ecolodges already promoting sustainable tourism and handcrafts. International volunteer organizations are also listed that could serve as volunteer sending organizations to partner with local groups. Important considerations like community relations and following best practices are emphasized.
This document provides a situation analysis and overview of Fathom, a new cruise line that combines travel and volunteer work. It analyzes the cruise industry and identifies Fathom's target audiences as older millennials aged 25-34 and baby boomers. Extensive research was conducted on these groups, finding that millennials are interested in causes and trying new things, while boomers want to travel and leave a legacy through volunteering. The document evaluates Fathom's competitors and current strengths and weaknesses in the market.
“The Ecumenical Coalition on Tourism is a Hong Kong based
coalition of Regional Ecumenical Organisations and over seventy
secular and faith-based groups. It seeks to unite people around
collective efforts that negate the undesirable effects of modern
tourism and, in its place, institute socially responsible and ethically
oriented tourism. It believes that tourism must be based on justice
and sustainability for host communities and that, therefore, tourism
planning and practice must be democratised. ECOT advocates
respect for the protection and dignity of the human rights of
women, children, indigenous peoples and workers in the tourist
trade. It opposes tourism projects that create environmental
devastation.”
Retail Travel and People with DisabilitiesScott Rains
This document discusses accessible travel and opportunities for the tourism industry to better serve travelers with disabilities. It notes that the disability sector represents a significant, but misunderstood, part of the Australian tourism market. While accessible infrastructure has improved in many places, the retail travel industry has generally failed to incorporate these facilities into their offerings. The document advocates for tourism operators and retailers to establish centers of excellence for accessible travel in order to cater to the large market of travelers with disabilities or access needs. It provides statistics on spending and travel patterns among those with disabilities in Australia. Finally, it introduces Travability, an organization that develops accessible tourism information and aims to make the dreams of travelers with disabilities a reality.
This document provides an overview of poverty and efforts to alleviate it in the Caribbean region. It discusses how poverty is defined and measured, noting that absolute and relative standards are used. Statistics on poverty levels in different Caribbean countries are presented, showing rates ranging from 65% in Haiti to 14% in Barbados. The impacts of economic shocks and natural disasters in exacerbating poverty are also addressed. Overall, the document outlines the nature and assessment of poverty across the Caribbean as well as progress and challenges in reducing it.
Leaving a Legacy for People with Disabilities: The 2014 World Cup, 2016 Olymp...Scott Rains
The document discusses creating an inclusive legacy for people with disabilities through hosting major sporting events like the 2014 World Cup and 2016 Olympics and developing inclusive tourism. It argues that Brazil and the state of Ceará should use these opportunities to implement universal design and accessibility standards that promote the rights of people with disabilities to participate fully in cultural, recreational, leisure and sporting activities as outlined in the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. Specifically, it recommends that Ceará develop a strategic plan to attract tourists with disabilities by making infrastructure and tourism marketing fully inclusive, collecting data on current accessibility, and training industry professionals in inclusive tourism best practices to establish Ceará as a premier accessible destination.
Victora Accessible Tourism Plan 2007 2010Scott Rains
The Victorian Accessible Tourism Plan 2007-2010 sets strategic directions for the tourism industry to cater to all potential customers, including those with disabilities. It acknowledges that people with disabilities comprise 20% of the population but only 10% of tourists, representing an untapped market opportunity. The plan aims to address barriers to travel such as lack of accessible information, gaps in accessible tourism products, and operator knowledge. It outlines goals of raising awareness, accurately identifying and marketing accessible options, and seeking feedback to continually improve accessibility and customer service. While a fully accessible tourism sector is a long-term goal, increasing awareness among industry is an important initial step.
The document discusses opportunities for businesses in the Eurobodalla region of Australia resulting from the rollout of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). It notes that by 2019 over 500,000 people with disabilities nationally will have $18 billion to spend annually on supports. In Eurobodalla specifically, 900 individuals will have $30 million to spend. The presentation urges local businesses to consider how they can meet the needs and wants of people with disabilities to ensure they spend their NDIS funding locally rather than having to leave the community. A variety of business opportunities are listed including in planning, financial services, employment, leisure activities, and equipment repairs.
Medical tourism & accessibility in travel & hospitality sathAdriane Berg
Presentation given by Jani Nayer, Executive Coordinator of SATH at the February 23rd Medical Tourism conference in Washington, DC. Topic: Medical Tourism & Accessibility in Travel and Hospitality.
The annual report summarizes the activities of the Devon & Cornwall Refugee Support Council for 2006. It discusses the challenges faced by asylum seekers, including destitution and lack of access to benefits. It highlights the organization's food program that provided over 1,100 food parcels for destitute asylum seekers. It also discusses the mental health issues faced by clients and a new community mental health project. The report notes funding challenges and an increased need for support. It thanks volunteers and donors for their contributions to helping refugees and asylum seekers in the community.
2013 World Tourism Organization Accessible Tourism UpdateScott Rains
1. The document discusses updating UNWTO recommendations on accessible tourism for all persons with disabilities. It defines key terms like disability, accessible tourism, and universal design.
2. Accessibility should be considered throughout the tourism chain, including destinations, information/booking, transportation, accommodations, cultural activities, and more. Destinations should have an accessible tourism strategy and infrastructure to serve persons with disabilities.
3. Tourism information and websites should clearly indicate accessible facilities and services using international symbols. Reservations systems should provide accessibility information and be accessible to all.
The concept of mutuality as discussed by Earl Jarrett, General Manager, Jamaica National Building Society during a presentation at the CDB's 46th Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors on May 17, 2016 in Montego Bay, Jamaica
This document outlines a proposed regional humanitarian project in West Africa aimed at improving the livelihoods of destitute and disabled people. An assessment found over 5,000 disabled individuals and 11,000 destitute across the 5 regions of the country. The project aims to provide training, skills development, housing, and small business start-up support to help 16,552 destitute and disabled people earn a living and improve their socioeconomic conditions. Funding will come from donations to support the rehabilitation of vulnerable community members.
A "welcoming community" is one that is able to create and build a friendly and supportive environment while retaining youth, developing a vibrant economy, and highlighting its character and natural beauty, making it a special place in which to live.
- CIRRO Overview, 2009
The document summarizes an annual report by International Living that ranks the best countries for retirement. It discusses the methodology used to compile the ranking, which considers factors like cost of living, healthcare quality, expat communities, amenities, infrastructure, and special benefits for retirees in different countries. The top countries highlighted include Ecuador, which takes the number one spot due to its low costs, good climate and amenities. Panama ranks highly and offers retirees significant discounts on expenses through special visa programs.
The document discusses the effects of globalization on communication and youth. It notes that while globalization has connected the world and increased opportunities, it has also negatively impacted many youth by failing to provide economic opportunities. Specifically, it has changed the job market in ways that have displaced many low-skilled jobs. It has also led to increased migration among youth both within and between countries in search of opportunities. Additionally, globalization has spread Western media and consumerism among youth globally but some youth have been unable to attain raised expectations. It concludes by arguing ways to address youth unemployment and migration through developing opportunities in home countries.
Turismo Accesible. Recomendaciones de la OMT 2013 (inglés)Turismo Accesible
La Organización Mundial del Turismo (OMT) realizó unas recomendaciones para adoptar las buenas prácticas para el desarrollo del turismo accesible en el mundo. Fueron presentadas en Septiembre del 2013.
The document discusses the business case and potential for accessible tourism in Scotland. It notes that the domestic disabled market in the UK spends £98 million annually in Scotland, compared to an average of £7 million annually from the Chinese market. The document advocates working with industry to improve accessibility and attitudes, provide training, and ensure accurate information so Scotland can better attract the substantial spending power of disabled travelers and their companions. Plans are outlined to create an industry steering group, produce a film, hold accessibility events, and develop disability customer service training.
This document proposes a project to develop volunteer tourism in Nuquí, Colombia. It provides background information on Nuquí, describing its population, economy, and main problems such as low education, lack of basic services, and poverty. It suggests that volunteer tourism could help address these issues by having volunteers assist with education, health services, and developing sustainable tourism and business skills. Potential local and international partners for the volunteer programs are identified. Key considerations for the project include having strong community relationships and focusing volunteer efforts on local priorities.
This document proposes a project to develop volunteer tourism in Nuquí, Colombia. It begins with background information on Colombia and Nuquí, noting that Nuquí has high poverty and illiteracy due to weak institutions, isolation, and an underdeveloped economy focused on mining. It then discusses how volunteer tourism could help by working in education, health, and developing local businesses and infrastructure. Potential local partners are identified like ecolodges already promoting sustainable tourism and handcrafts. International volunteer organizations are also listed that could serve as volunteer sending organizations to partner with local groups. Important considerations like community relations and following best practices are emphasized.
This document provides a situation analysis and overview of Fathom, a new cruise line that combines travel and volunteer work. It analyzes the cruise industry and identifies Fathom's target audiences as older millennials aged 25-34 and baby boomers. Extensive research was conducted on these groups, finding that millennials are interested in causes and trying new things, while boomers want to travel and leave a legacy through volunteering. The document evaluates Fathom's competitors and current strengths and weaknesses in the market.
“The Ecumenical Coalition on Tourism is a Hong Kong based
coalition of Regional Ecumenical Organisations and over seventy
secular and faith-based groups. It seeks to unite people around
collective efforts that negate the undesirable effects of modern
tourism and, in its place, institute socially responsible and ethically
oriented tourism. It believes that tourism must be based on justice
and sustainability for host communities and that, therefore, tourism
planning and practice must be democratised. ECOT advocates
respect for the protection and dignity of the human rights of
women, children, indigenous peoples and workers in the tourist
trade. It opposes tourism projects that create environmental
devastation.”
Retail Travel and People with DisabilitiesScott Rains
This document discusses accessible travel and opportunities for the tourism industry to better serve travelers with disabilities. It notes that the disability sector represents a significant, but misunderstood, part of the Australian tourism market. While accessible infrastructure has improved in many places, the retail travel industry has generally failed to incorporate these facilities into their offerings. The document advocates for tourism operators and retailers to establish centers of excellence for accessible travel in order to cater to the large market of travelers with disabilities or access needs. It provides statistics on spending and travel patterns among those with disabilities in Australia. Finally, it introduces Travability, an organization that develops accessible tourism information and aims to make the dreams of travelers with disabilities a reality.
This document provides an overview of poverty and efforts to alleviate it in the Caribbean region. It discusses how poverty is defined and measured, noting that absolute and relative standards are used. Statistics on poverty levels in different Caribbean countries are presented, showing rates ranging from 65% in Haiti to 14% in Barbados. The impacts of economic shocks and natural disasters in exacerbating poverty are also addressed. Overall, the document outlines the nature and assessment of poverty across the Caribbean as well as progress and challenges in reducing it.
Leaving a Legacy for People with Disabilities: The 2014 World Cup, 2016 Olymp...Scott Rains
The document discusses creating an inclusive legacy for people with disabilities through hosting major sporting events like the 2014 World Cup and 2016 Olympics and developing inclusive tourism. It argues that Brazil and the state of Ceará should use these opportunities to implement universal design and accessibility standards that promote the rights of people with disabilities to participate fully in cultural, recreational, leisure and sporting activities as outlined in the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. Specifically, it recommends that Ceará develop a strategic plan to attract tourists with disabilities by making infrastructure and tourism marketing fully inclusive, collecting data on current accessibility, and training industry professionals in inclusive tourism best practices to establish Ceará as a premier accessible destination.
Victora Accessible Tourism Plan 2007 2010Scott Rains
The Victorian Accessible Tourism Plan 2007-2010 sets strategic directions for the tourism industry to cater to all potential customers, including those with disabilities. It acknowledges that people with disabilities comprise 20% of the population but only 10% of tourists, representing an untapped market opportunity. The plan aims to address barriers to travel such as lack of accessible information, gaps in accessible tourism products, and operator knowledge. It outlines goals of raising awareness, accurately identifying and marketing accessible options, and seeking feedback to continually improve accessibility and customer service. While a fully accessible tourism sector is a long-term goal, increasing awareness among industry is an important initial step.
The document discusses opportunities for businesses in the Eurobodalla region of Australia resulting from the rollout of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). It notes that by 2019 over 500,000 people with disabilities nationally will have $18 billion to spend annually on supports. In Eurobodalla specifically, 900 individuals will have $30 million to spend. The presentation urges local businesses to consider how they can meet the needs and wants of people with disabilities to ensure they spend their NDIS funding locally rather than having to leave the community. A variety of business opportunities are listed including in planning, financial services, employment, leisure activities, and equipment repairs.
Medical tourism & accessibility in travel & hospitality sathAdriane Berg
Presentation given by Jani Nayer, Executive Coordinator of SATH at the February 23rd Medical Tourism conference in Washington, DC. Topic: Medical Tourism & Accessibility in Travel and Hospitality.
The annual report summarizes the activities of the Devon & Cornwall Refugee Support Council for 2006. It discusses the challenges faced by asylum seekers, including destitution and lack of access to benefits. It highlights the organization's food program that provided over 1,100 food parcels for destitute asylum seekers. It also discusses the mental health issues faced by clients and a new community mental health project. The report notes funding challenges and an increased need for support. It thanks volunteers and donors for their contributions to helping refugees and asylum seekers in the community.
2013 World Tourism Organization Accessible Tourism UpdateScott Rains
1. The document discusses updating UNWTO recommendations on accessible tourism for all persons with disabilities. It defines key terms like disability, accessible tourism, and universal design.
2. Accessibility should be considered throughout the tourism chain, including destinations, information/booking, transportation, accommodations, cultural activities, and more. Destinations should have an accessible tourism strategy and infrastructure to serve persons with disabilities.
3. Tourism information and websites should clearly indicate accessible facilities and services using international symbols. Reservations systems should provide accessibility information and be accessible to all.
The concept of mutuality as discussed by Earl Jarrett, General Manager, Jamaica National Building Society during a presentation at the CDB's 46th Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors on May 17, 2016 in Montego Bay, Jamaica
This document outlines a proposed regional humanitarian project in West Africa aimed at improving the livelihoods of destitute and disabled people. An assessment found over 5,000 disabled individuals and 11,000 destitute across the 5 regions of the country. The project aims to provide training, skills development, housing, and small business start-up support to help 16,552 destitute and disabled people earn a living and improve their socioeconomic conditions. Funding will come from donations to support the rehabilitation of vulnerable community members.
A "welcoming community" is one that is able to create and build a friendly and supportive environment while retaining youth, developing a vibrant economy, and highlighting its character and natural beauty, making it a special place in which to live.
- CIRRO Overview, 2009
The document summarizes an annual report by International Living that ranks the best countries for retirement. It discusses the methodology used to compile the ranking, which considers factors like cost of living, healthcare quality, expat communities, amenities, infrastructure, and special benefits for retirees in different countries. The top countries highlighted include Ecuador, which takes the number one spot due to its low costs, good climate and amenities. Panama ranks highly and offers retirees significant discounts on expenses through special visa programs.
The document discusses the effects of globalization on communication and youth. It notes that while globalization has connected the world and increased opportunities, it has also negatively impacted many youth by failing to provide economic opportunities. Specifically, it has changed the job market in ways that have displaced many low-skilled jobs. It has also led to increased migration among youth both within and between countries in search of opportunities. Additionally, globalization has spread Western media and consumerism among youth globally but some youth have been unable to attain raised expectations. It concludes by arguing ways to address youth unemployment and migration through developing opportunities in home countries.
Turismo Accesible. Recomendaciones de la OMT 2013 (inglés)Turismo Accesible
La Organización Mundial del Turismo (OMT) realizó unas recomendaciones para adoptar las buenas prácticas para el desarrollo del turismo accesible en el mundo. Fueron presentadas en Septiembre del 2013.
Similar to The Prime Minister of Barbados on Fully Accessible Barbados (FAB) (20)
Tracing Disability Representation After the1981UN International Year of Disab...Scott Rains
Scott Rains discusses his research into how various countries represented people with disabilities on postage stamps issued for the 1981 International Year of Disabled Persons. He analyzed over 115 countries' stamp issues from that year and organized them into categories based on their depictions, such as broken stems representing disability, people with disabilities at work, sports, tourism, visible and invisible disabilities, and famous disabled individuals. His methodology involved compiling images and facts into spreadsheets and flashcards to identify patterns in how different nations portrayed disability through these commissioned artworks.
The document summarizes interpretive programs at Ocotillo Wells SVRA that combine astronomy with off-road vehicle recreation:
- The park offers a weekly astronomy program featuring solar viewing, night sky viewing with a powerful telescope, and videos/activities to teach visitors about the cosmos. Donations have made the program financially sustainable.
- "Astrogeology" exhibits at popular off-road sites teach about geology of other planets compared to local features, using hands-on activities like examining moon rocks.
- Outreach includes astronomy-themed junior ranger activities, and programs taking telescopes into the nearby town and schools. Trading cards and information packets also spread astronomy knowledge.
- While primarily an off
The Purpose of a Conference on Inclusive TourismScott Rains
A conference on inclusive tourism has the dual responsibility of applying best practices in meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE) while also modeling full participation for people of all abilities. Such a conference aims to showcase inclusive practices and provide a venue for improving them by directly engaging people with disabilities. It also works to promote universal human rights to cultural participation as affirmed in the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. Effective data collection on travelers with disabilities and collaboration between industry and disability advocacy groups is needed to better understand this important market segment.
San Marino Declaration on Inclusive Tourism - 2014Scott Rains
Representatives from various organizations met in San Marino to discuss accessible tourism. They recognized the rights of disabled people to access tourism activities based on the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. While progress has been made in accessibility in Europe, more needs to be done, especially in developing countries. The group calls on stakeholders to work towards eliminating barriers through training, observing universal design principles, promoting technologies that provide accessibility information, and mainstreaming accessibility in the tourism industry.
WASHINGTON, D.C., November 11, 2014—Today the Equal Rights Center (ERC)—a national non-profit civil rights organization—released a new toolkit to help veterans with disabilities advocate for accessible housing.
“Every year, hundreds of thousands of veterans return home to new challenges and barriers due to physical and mental disabilities resulting from their service to and for our country,” said Melvina Ford, executive director of the ERC. “Under the federal Fair Housing Act, these veterans are entitled to accessible housing and beyond that our gratitude and respect.”
According to government sources, 45 percent of the 1.6 million veterans from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan are now seeking compensation for service-related disabilities, more than double the estimate of 21 percent who filed such claims after the Gulf War.
The lack of available accessible housing for these veterans with disabilities contributes to higher rates of unemployment and homelessness. Approximately 12 percent of the homeless population is made up of veterans, which in real numbers amounts to almost 50,000 homeless veterans on our streets.
“Our veterans—particularly those who return home with service-related disabilities—deserve equal treatment and opportunity in all aspects of their new lives,” said James Schenck, president and CEO of Pentagon Federal Credit Union (PenFed). “It is imperative that we ensure that veterans with disabilities have the resources and education to be effective advocates for themselves and their families.”
The Veterans with Disabilities Toolkit highlights the rights to accessible housing afforded to veterans with disabilities under Title XIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968, known as the Fair Housing Act (FHA). This toolkit provides: an overview of the rights provided by the federal FHA, information on accessible design requirements of multifamily development, how to request a reasonable modification or accommodation from property owners or managers and answers to frequently asked questions.
On Disability and Tourism in Nepal: Article by Scott Rains and Interview with...Scott Rains
The document summarizes an article written by Dr. Scott Rains about the challenges and promise of inclusive tourism in Nepal. Some key points:
- Dr. Rains visited Nepal to evaluate the accessibility of tours for wheelchair users and build capacity of tourism suppliers to assist people with disabilities.
- Nepal faces significant challenges to becoming fully accessible and disability-friendly but has potential to grow its tourism industry by serving the large market of travelers with disabilities.
- Universal design principles that make places accessible to all could help Nepal's tourism if adopted, such as accessible hotels, transportation, and public facilities.
- Other experts like Ms. Paula Sotnik also see potential in Nepal's disability rights movement despite limited
Disability Rights in Nepal: NAPD MagazineScott Rains
The National Association of Physically Disabled People of Nepal held its 5th annual general meeting where various reports were presented and a new executive committee was elected. The meeting emphasized the need for full implementation of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and ensuring the rights of persons with disabilities in the new constitution. A new 7-member executive committee under the leadership of Laxmi Prasad Shrestha was elected for the fiscal year 2071/72. The meeting concluded with the formal handover of responsibilities from the outgoing to the newly elected committee.
Travel South Africa in a Wheelchair - Forward Magzine, Feb 2010Scott Rains
The document summarizes the author's 11-day trip to South Africa's Elephant Coast region, arranged by Access 2 Africa Safaris. It describes accessible accommodations at Macaranga Lodge and Hilltop Camp, as well as activities like visiting Shake Marine World in Durban and going on game drives in Hluluwe Game Reserve. The trip allowed the author, who uses a wheelchair, to experience South African culture and see many wild animals in their natural habitats. The region is poised to become more popular as an accessible tourist destination with improvements to Durban's airport.
The Matera Manifesto on Cultural Inclusion (In Italian and English)Scott Rains
THE MATERA MANIFESTO
This document summarises the results of the discussions between
experts in Universal Accessibility meeting in the international event
entitled "ZERO BARRIERE - L'Accessibilità Conviene" (ZERO BARRIERS:
Accessibility for All), organised on 27 and 28 September 2014 in
Matera by Officina Rambaldi, with the active participation and
patronage of MiBACT (the Italian Ministry of Cultural Heritage and
Activities and of Tourism, the Council of Europe and of many other
local, regional and international institutions.
The participants duly wish to:
- Reiterate the right proclaimed in Article 27.1 of the Universal
Declaration of Human Rights, 1948, which reads: “Everyone has the
right freely to participate in the cultural life of the community, to
enjoy the arts and to share in scientific advancement and its
benefits”;
- Underline the significance of the United Nations Convention on
the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, adopted by the General
Assembly in 2006, with special reference to Art. 30;
Going to Wild Places I Could Only Dream About - SlideshowScott Rains
Nearly 1 in 5 Australians has a disability, and people with disabilities spend $8 billion per year on tourism in Australia, accounting for 11% of total tourism expenditure. Most people with disabilities (88%) take a holiday each year. The document discusses promoting accessibility equipment and tourism for people with disabilities through various organizations and websites, and provides information on evaluating park accessibility.
Destinations for All: How Far Have We Come?Scott Rains
This document summarizes the key points of the Destinations For All World Summit held in Montreal, Canada from 19-22 October 2014. The summit brought together experts from around the world to help develop universal accessibility and inclusion standards for tourism destinations. Speakers discussed improving the availability of accessible tourism information and the need to provide disability awareness training for tourism industry workers. Smaller destinations that have successfully embraced inclusive tourism practices were highlighted as examples. The summit aimed to establish international accessibility standards and norms to help destinations provide seamless, enjoyable travel experiences for all travelers, including the one billion people living with disabilities.
Montreal Declaration on Inclusive Tourism in DestinationsScott Rains
This document is a declaration from a World Summit on Destinations for All held in Montreal, Canada in 2014. It was signed by professionals, NGO representatives, universities, international agencies, and government institutions. The declaration recognizes the importance of inclusive tourism that is accessible to persons with disabilities, seniors, families and other visitors. It recommends 26 measures that tourism operators, local authorities, governments, and national authorities should take to promote accessible and inclusive tourism, such as applying universal design principles, providing accessibility training, adopting accessibility standards and guidelines, and making policy and funding commitments to develop accessible tourism.
Abstract of a paper to be presented at the Destinations for All World Summit 2014 in Montreal (D4All)
Conference site: http://www.destinationsforall2014.com/en/
D4All presentation by Scott Rains:
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The Prime Minister of Barbados on Fully Accessible Barbados (FAB)
1. FEATURE ADDRESS
BY
HON DAVID THOMPSON Q.C, M.P
PRIME MINISTER OF BARBADOS
AT
THE FIRST
“FULLY ACCESSIBLE BARBADOS” AWARDS CEREMONY
OF
THE BARBADOS COUNCIL FOR THE DISABLED
ON
SUNDAY 31ST MAY
AT
THE HILTON HOTEL
2. Congratulations to the Barbados Council for the
Disabled and all those who have worked closely
with this umbrella organization for Persons with
Disabilities, particularly the National Disability Unit
of the Ministry of Social Care, Constituency
Empowerment, Rural and Urban Development, the
Barbados Tourism Authority, the Barbados Hotel
and Tourism Association and all the other
Government and Non-Governmental organizations
represented, for organizing this spectacular event
tonight.
Tonight’s ceremony is one of those watershed
occasions when we can together remove the
remaining obstacles in the way of making Barbados
better.
Tonight we are giving public recognition to those
institutions which have gone beyond platitudes and
done something constructive to remove barriers in
the way of citizens and visitors to Barbados
enjoying their constitutional and God-given rights.
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3. I am therefore delighted to address this audience
which represents the key players in a possible
revolution that can transform our perception of
people with disabilities.
Tonight’s ceremony is a classic example of how
“Team Barbados” can take a good idea and create
a win-win situation for us all.
It is an excellent example of how every Barbadian
as individuals in their own right or as members of
organizations can make a contribution to the
wholesome development of Barbados.
In November 2005 a project called Fully Accessible
Barbados was launched. Its goals and objective
were to:
• Raise the quantity and quality of services
available to persons with disabilities.
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4. • Achieve an all inclusive society, where there is
recognition that people with disabilities are
potential customers.
• Encourage the necessary changes in our
structural environment to enable persons with
disabilities, both visitors and residents, to have
access to all facilities.
• Achieve international standards of access.
• Attract more visitors to Barbados.
It promised to pursue these goals by:
• Making awards to public and private sector
institutions that have made their facilities and
services accessible for all.
• Promoting Barbados as an inclusive society.
• Raising the awareness of the local business
community to the benefits of receiving an
access award.
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5. • Raising the standard of service delivery by
incorporating a “universal design” that gives
access to as many people as possible
regardless of age, ability or situation.
The plan was to make Barbadians more aware of
how we routinely discriminate against people who
are differently able.
Hence the movement systematically set out to
shock the average person into realizing how the
traditional perception of people with disabilities lead
us to think that they are in some way sub-human
and should be debarred from public places and
locked away out of sight.
Little did we know that within a matter of four years
this new awareness would create unforeseen
opportunities for us to diversify our tourism product
and generate desperately needed foreign exchange
in one of the worst global economic recessions in
80 years.
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6. The truth is that there are more people with
disabilities than we think; and what’s more we all
are prone to some form of disability.
It has been estimated by the United Nations that
around 10 per cent of the world’s population, or 650
million people, live with a disability. That’s the
world’s largest minority.
In countries with life expectancies over 70 years,
individuals spend on average about 8 years, or 11.5
per cent, of their life span living with disabilities.
Barbados with a life expectancy of over 75 years
has to face up to the challenges of disability.
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7. The Barbados Council for the Disabled has listed
several categories of people that could be
considered “disabled”. They include:
• The physically challenged
• The deaf and hearing impaired
• The blind and visually impaired
• The intellectually challenged
• Persons with respiratory challenges
The number of disabled people in Barbados has
been estimated to be 14,000. The population of
Barbados is an aging population and it means that
people over 55 years of age are likely to develop
ailments that place them in one or more of the
categories listed above.
You can appreciate that disability is therefore a
serious and growing national problem. The
proportion of people aged 55 years and over in
Barbados is about 25% and rising.
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8. I became aware of the routine discrimination
against people with disabilities in November 2005 –
not due to my age but - when I injured my ankle at
the St. Philip Carnival. I found it difficult to access
facilities which were essential for me to do my work
and other activities which I had previously taken for
granted, such as going to a restaurant. Nearly
everywhere I went there were formidable obstacles.
I just could not exercise my human rights. (Trinidad)
When you take into consideration the fact that
Barbados is a service economy that relies heavily
on tourism, you would realize that we not only deny
many of our clients their rights, but also fail to
capitalize on business opportunities that are staring
us in the face.
As you know, tourism is one of the pillars of our
economy, with countless satellite industries. A
sagging tourism industry sends ripples throughout
the economy.
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9. Right now we are experiencing challenges due to
the global recession. The numbers of visitors from
our major source countries have fallen in recent
months.
In addition to this we anticipate that the lifting of
restrictions on travel to Cuba by the Obama
Administration will have a negative effect on the
numbers coming from the USA.
There is therefore a pressing need for us to
diversify our tourism product by finding niches in
which we have an absolute advantage. Indeed the
statistics show that in catering to the needs of the
various categories of people with disabilities, we are
not just creating niches but penetrating a huge
demographic with enormous spending power.
Statistics from the tourism sector show that more
than a quarter of all tourism trips are taken by
people over 55.
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10. This is an age group that is most likely to have the
spending power and the time to take overseas
holidays.
Making your facilities more accessible to this group
is one of the most effective means of penetrating
this growing market.
Let us start with the United Kingdom, from where
most of our visitors come. According to statistics
from the Council for the Disabled:
• There are approximately 10 million persons
with disabilities living in the UK with an
estimated £80 billion purchasing power.
• In England alone, over 2.7 million persons with
disabilities travel annually.
• The Disability Discrimination Act places a duty
on services providers and facilities not to
discriminate against persons with disabilities.
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11. • The Act stipulates that service providers take
reasonable steps to remove, alter, or avoid
physical features that make it impossible or
unreasonably difficult for a person with a
disability to use the service.
• The National Accessible Scheme aims to help
service providers within the UK tourism industry
make their services more accessible, allowing
more disabled people to use them.
• This scheme has been extremely beneficial in
promoting travel and vacation within the United
Kingdom.
In the USA, where the second largest number of our
visitors originates:
• The US Census Bureau reported in 2005 that 1
in 5 US Residents reported some form of
disability.
• Approximately 20.9 million families have at
least 1 member with a disability.
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12. • Vacations taken by people with disabilities rose
50% from 2002.
• Overall, adults with disabilities take about 2
trips every 2 years and each trip generally lasts
5 days.
• 71% of adults with disabilities have travelled at
least once in the past 2 years.
• This includes 21 million pleasure/leisure
travellers and 5 million travellers who combine
business and pleasure.
• Adults with disabilities, spend an estimated
$13.6 billion a year on travel.
• The Caribbean is ranked fourth behind
Canada, Mexico and Europe, as their most
popular international destination.
In Canada:
• The Conference Board of Canada reported in
2001 that the combined annual disposable
income of working aged Canadians with
disabilities was Can. $25 billion.
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13. • Some States provide grants to ensure that
people with disabilities, mobility impairments
and other challenges can enjoy holidays like
the rest of their compatriots.
Similarly in the Caribbean, where the third largest
number of our visitors resides, there is also a huge
demand for holidays by disabled people who do not
travel abroad because of the fear of discrimination.
I therefore want to congratulate the Barbados
Council for the Disabled, the National Disability
Unit, the Barbados Tourism Authority and the
Barbados Hotel and Tourism Association for
opening our eyes to this huge market.
What’s fascinating about this market is that the
demand is highly elastic. Keep in mind that:
(1) Persons with disabilities usually travel with
care-givers, family or friends.
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14. (2) The location of conferences is frequently
selected with accessibility in mind.
(3) Hotel users say they would stay in hotels 2
more times per year if hotels were to
accommodate their needs as a person with a
disability.
(4) This means that hotel spending by the
disability community could at least double if
hotels were to make the necessary changes.
(5) The same is true for the Airline Industry.
(6) 85% of those who travel say that they share
their travel experiences with others,
indicating a powerful network among
travellers with disabilities.
It is therefore abundantly clear that an Accessible
Barbados will attract new and repeat business.
Let me stress that time is of the essence in
capturing this market.
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15. Singapore, which for many Barbadians, including
the Father of Independence, the Right Excellent
Errol Walton Barrow, offers a model which we could
follow.
In April 2009, Singapore went after this growing
accessible tourism market by opening its doors to
the 3rd International Conference on Accessible
Tourism (ICAT 2009) which aimed to bring People
with Disabilities to the heart of a more inclusive
global society.
With the theme "Tourism Unlimited: Access for All“,
the event endeavoured to break down barriers to
accessibility and allow free mobility for all. This
event promoted accessible tourism in the Asia-
Pacific region.
Singapore, with its strategic location, made a
promise to become a “Global City for All” where
unlimited access is achieved through specially
designed buildings and facilities.
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16. Barbados has also made some strides to become
fully accessible. We have looked carefully at the
hindrances and made some progress in removing
them. For example:
a) In 2002 a White Paper on Disabilities was
adopted by Parliament. The Government
committed itself to the development of policies
and programmes to protect and empower
disabled and socially disadvantaged persons.
• I can assure you that my Government
through the Ministry of Social Care,
Constituency Empowerment, Urban and
Rural Development will place this White
Paper top of the priority list in this financial
year. It is currently being reviewed in order
to arrive at an Action Plan as a precursor
to the drawing up of legislation.
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17. b) A Building Code has been under discussion for
many years. Included in it are provisions to set
and regulate standards including those for
people with disabilities. The objective is to
remove all physical barriers to access by the
disabled in all new and refurbished buildings
• I can assure you that this Code is being
seriously considered by the Ministry of
Public Works.
c) Barbados became a signatory to the UN
Convention on the Rights of Persons with
Disabilities in July 2007. It pledged to create an
environment in Barbados conducive to the
integration and inclusion of persons with
disabilities at every level of society from
nursery to old age.
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18. • I can assure you that my Government
through the Ministry of Social Care is
working assiduously to ensure that
Barbados is in a position to ratify this
enlightened Convention as soon as
possible.
d) In order to make Barbados fully accessible,
recognition of the rights of people with
disabilities must become the norm.
• My Government is working towards
introducing legislation banning
discrimination against people with
disabilities.
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19. Tonight’s Awards Ceremony affords me the
opportunity to highlight the work of the trendsetters.
I congratulate each and every one of you for
voluntarily demonstrating what can be done for both
ethical and business reasons.
Tonight we are focussing on the tourism sector,
mainly……
• Hotels
• Restaurants and Bars
• Recreational Facilities
But I can assure you that for reasons that are
consistent with my Government’s policy of
protecting and empowering the most vulnerable
members of society, we shall at a later point turn
the spotlight on the facilities of every service
provider in Barbados.
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20. These will include:
• Conference centers
• Retail outlets
• Employment in the public and private sectors
• Churches
• Educational and training establishments
• Transport vehicles.
What is amazing is that these changes in attitudes
and in the physical structures used by our clients (a)
do not cost an exorbitant amount and (b) do not
take away anything from other users.
With respect to (a), service providers only need to
make changes that are 'reasonable'. These might
include simple changes to layout, improved
signage, information and staff training. Once the
Building Code is completed, my Government will
consider what tax concessions could be given to get
landlords to comply with the requirements.
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21. With respect to (b), these changes improve the
facilities and the quality of life for all. I am sure that
most of us, at some time or another took our trolleys
loaded with luggage into the only toilets at the
airport which could accommodate these wide
carriers. Similarly, faucets that do not require
endless turning make life easier for all of us.
Improving our physical and service environment is a
prerequisite for achieving developed country status.
Barbados cannot improve its Human Development
Index without taking into consideration the needs of
the disadvantaged. In the final analysis the measure
of the progress of a civilization is how it treats its
most vulnerable members.
My message to you tonight is that what is good for
people with disabilities is good for Barbados.
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22. I therefore end by again congratulating the first
winners of the Fully Accessible Barbados Awards.
Thank you for setting the standards which I hope
many others will try to emulate.
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