Report of the event:

Objectives: 

To ensure equal access to seating accommodations for persons with disabilities in public spaces such as transportation, entertainment venues, and public events.

1. To raise awareness about the needs and rights of persons with disabilities to have access to reserved seating options.
2. To promote inclusivity and diversity by creating designated seating areas for persons with disabilities.
3. To provide a sense of security and comfort for persons with disabilities by guaranteeing them a reserved seat in crowded or busy environments.
4. To encourage businesses and organizations to prioritize the needs of persons with disabilities and make their spaces more accessible and accommodating.
5. To advocate for the implementation of policies and regulations that support the reservation of seats for persons with disabilities in all public spaces.
6. To empower persons with disabilities to assert their rights and advocate for their needs in public spaces.

The context:

Mizo Core students i,e., Male 14 and Female 18 students participated

Theme: “Seat Reservation Drive for PwD (Persons with Disable) inside Aizawl Town Bus” on 22nd September, 2022 organized by Social Welfare Department (GoM) & Aizawl City Bus Owners’ Association.

Outcomes:

1. Increased understanding and empathy: By raising awareness about the importance of seat reservation for persons with disabilities, the outcome would be an increased understanding and empathy towards the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities. This can help foster a more inclusive and supportive community.
2. Improved compliance with accessibility regulations: Increased awareness about the rights and needs of persons with disabilities can lead to better compliance with accessibility regulations and guidelines. Businesses and organizations may be more inclined to provide reserved seating options for persons with disabilities in order to ensure equal access for all individuals.
3. Enhanced advocacy efforts: Awareness about the seat reservation drive for persons with disabilities can lead to enhanced advocacy efforts to promote the rights and needs of individuals with disabilities. This can result in greater support for policies and initiatives that aim to improve accessibility and inclusivity for persons with disabilities.
4. Empowerment of persons with disabilities: Increased awareness about the seat reservation drive can empower persons with disabilities to assert their rights and advocate for their needs in public spaces. This can help individuals with disabilities feel more confident in requesting accommodations and asserting their right to accessible seating options.
5. Positive societal change: Ultimately, the outcome of raising awareness about the seat reservation drive for persons with disabilities can lead to positive societal change by promoting inclusivity, equality, and respect for individuals with disabilities. This can help create a more inclusive and supportive society for all individuals, regardless of their abilities.