The NCPEDP-MphasiS Universal Design Awards

By Scott Rains on June 21, 2010 8:02 AM | 1 Comment

NCPEDP in association with AccessAbility and BarrierBreak Technologies and supported by MphasiS has instituted the first ever 'The NCPEDP-MphasiS Universal Design Awards' to encourage those doing exemplary work towards the cause of accessibility and thus ensuring a life of equality and dignity for disabled people. The awards will cover accessibility in the following fields:

 

1. Built Environment

2. Transport

3. Information and Communication Technology

4. Services

5. Aids and Appliances

 

The awards will be given in 3 categories: Persons with disabilities, Working Professionals and Companies/Organisations.

 

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Author Profile Page Caring for Aging Parents | June 22, 2010 12:08 AM

Excellent award competition... both to reward those working in the field and to bring awareness to the importance of accessibility.

All the best to the nominations.

http://www.caring-for-aging-parents.com

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