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Paris 2024 Paralympic Games: Accessibility and Inclusivity
The upcoming Paralympic Games in Paris are set to be a groundbreaking event, with organizers emphasizing accessibility and inclusivity for athletes and spectators.
Competition Sites and Accessibility:
- The Games will take place across 18 competition sites in and around Paris, with 18 existing sites maintained after the temporary facilities are dismantled.
- All competition sites have been designed with an “inclusive pathway,” ensuring accessibility for athletes and spectators with disabilities.
- Specific accommodations include wider doors, accessible balconies, fitted showers, mobile vanity units, and color-contrasting switches.
Accommodation and Accessibility:
- The Olympic Village is designed to be “100% universal,” meaning it caters to the specific needs of para athletes.
- Features include accessible balconies, grab bars in bathrooms, and lowered electrical outlets.
Accessibility Measures:
- Volunteers and staff have been trained to welcome and support athletes and spectators with disabilities.
- Public spaces have been designed for easy mobility, with gentle slopes, suitable lighting, and clear signage.
Ticketing and Accessibility:
- More than 1.3 million tickets have been acquired as of August 7, with 300,000 reserved for the disabled public and their companions.
Transport and Accessibility:
- The Paris region’s public transport network will be heavily utilized during the Games.
- 2,000 additional staff will be added to the workforce to manage the increased traffic.