Disability in the United Arab Emirates
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This page has curated news from the United Arab Emirates. There are a total of 9 links.
Contents
- Accessibility and Design
- Communication and Language
- Education and Childhood
- Health
- Humanitarian, Migrants and Refugees
- Mobility, Travel, Transport and Tourism
Accessibility and Design
Dubai's journey towards accessibility excellence An uncritical “look at the city's bold transformation, pioneering global standards in disability inclusivity and accessibility” (2024, Khaleej Times)
Dubai buildings must now have ‘Wosool seal’ certifying accessibility for people of determination, a prerequisite for new building completion certificates. (2023, Gulf News)
Communication and Language
Sign Languages
How to sing in sign language: meet the interpreter joining Mohammed Abdu on stage (2022, The National News)
Education and Childhood
Examining culturally responsive inclusive education practices in mainstream schools in the United Arab Emirates: A preliminary study to trial an evidence-based framework. (2023, Disability and the Global South)
Health
Food Security and Nutrition
Factors influencing Nutritional Needs of Children with Disabilities “The results showed ambivalence of parents and teachers on knowledge and practical skills to promote good eating habits among children with disabilities.” (2024, DCIDJ)
Humanitarian, Migrants and Refugees
Migration
Migrant Workers Bear The Brunt Of UAE's Extreme Heat. (2023, Human Rights Watch)
Mobility, Travel, Transport and Tourism
Overview
Dubai makes night swimming beaches accessible “Municipality has provided dedicated services, offering floating chairs, and special ramps for an inclusive environment” (2023, Khaleeji Times)
Air Travel
Emirates launches more services for People with Disabilities:
“such as a virtual reality airport tour, a sign language robot, a new protective transportation device for wheelchairs, an app that provides accessible video support to the visually impaired, sensory guides to the airport for neurodivergent customers, and a chauffeur drive vehicle fitted with an electric wheelchair lift amongst others.” (2024, Emirates)
Emirates engages families with neurodivergent children. “Working with local schools, autism groups and key stakeholders, Emirates and Dubai International Airport (DXB) are focused on improving the travel experience for neurodivergent passengers, facilitating ‘travel rehearsals’ where children can practice their journey through the airport and onboard aircraft, as well as working directly with families to delight superfans like Humza, age 11, on his first flight with Emirates.” (2023, Emirates)