Project Outcome
Accessibility Infrastructure
Installation of special infrastructures on the beaches of Paralimni and Syros municipalities showing a strong tourist movement, for the access of people with mobility problems. In particular, it concerns the installation of an autonomous (and energy) access ramp at sea.
Accessibility Guide
Creation of Accessibility Guide for people with mobility problems. The Guide will be distributed to basic entrance gates of the areas (e.g. airports), but there will be the possibility, for the user, to receive all relevant information via electronic devices (e.g. mobile phone). The application will also be supported by a website (web platform) which will be developed according to the principles of interactivity of Web 2.0. and through which all the accessible infrastructures of the two regions will be represented in digitized panoramic form.
Special Wheelchairs
Supply of 24 special access wheelchair. Wheelchairs will be available for use on beaches and places of tourist interest.
Special Pathways
Construction of accessibility corridors in selected areas with intense tourist traffic.
Fitness Areas
Creation of outdoor fitness areas. Special sport machines will be placed in 5 selected areas for people with mobility problems.
Hygiene
Supply of accessible sanitary areas.
Reports
2 studies for the recording of accessible infrastructures (1 for each municipality/partner).
Public Briefing
Organizing 4 informative events/meetings, 2 per year at the headquarters of the partners.
Objectives
Combating all forms of discrimination and promoting equal opportunities.
Upgrading the tourist product and improving the attractiveness of areas of natural and cultural interest.
Elimination of social exclusion and promotion of social inclusion of vulnerable population groups (people with disabilities, senior citizens).
Creating a plan for an ecosystem of services and information that can support people with disabilities, families with young children and the elderly.
Attracting targeted audiences (such as disabled people) to tourist sites, contributing to the development of the two islands.
Utilization of cultural spaces.
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Main beneficiary: Cyprus Paraplegic Organisation
Beneficiary 2: Municipality of Paralimni
Beneficiary 3: Municipality of Syros-Ermoupolis