When barrier-free facilities become barriers

当无障碍设施成为障碍

Round Table China

2025-12-03

25 分钟
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On December 3rd, we mark the International Day of Disabled Persons. China has made remarkable strides in accessibility, with public facilities now widely available. But true progress means moving beyond construction to thoughtful design and everyday usability. How do we transform spaces into places of genuine inclusion? We explore the journey from accessibility on paper to inclusion in practice. On the show: Steve, Yushan & Xingyu
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  • Discussion keeps the world turning.

  • On December 3rd, we observe the International Day of Disabled Persons.

  • China has made significant progress in constructing accessible environments with many provinces achieving full coverage in public spaces.

  • That's wonderful.

  • But is coverage alone enough?

  • How do we ensure that these facilities are usable and welcoming for everyone?

  • We'll explore the path from building accessibility to fostering genuine inclusion for all.

  • We're live from our studios in Beijing.

  • I'm Steve.

  • Thank you so much for sharing your time with us today.

  • And for the show, I'm with Youshan and Xinyu.

  • First up.

  • December 3rd marks the International Day of Disabled Persons.

  • And to help them and other groups of people in need,

  • China has made strides in building more accessible environments in recent years.

  • For examples, provinces like Hunan, Anhui,

  • and Yunnan have achieved 100% coverage of accessible facilities in public buildings and city roads.

  • But there's a big question.

  • Are they good enough?

  • Several recent reports highlight a troubling trend,