Call for Papers

Submissions should align with one or more of the following priority themes:

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Universal Design & Built Environments

• Universal Design as the future of inclusive spaces

• Transforming built environments for persons with disabilities

• Accessible school environments

• 3D modeling of accessible buildings and campuses

• Smart infrastructure (ramps, elevators, entryways, washrooms, water fountains)

 

Technology & Innovation

• Assistive technologies and communication tools

• Accessible healthcare systems and environments

• Smart homes for PWDs in the era of climate change

• Accessible information and communication technologies

 

Transportation & Urban Access

• Accessible transportation as a tool for social and economic empowerment

• Inclusive sidewalks and pedestrian infrastructure

 

Education, Work & Social Participation

• Accessible workspaces

• Reducing anxiety in learning and testing environments through adaptive design

 

Environmental & Regulatory Considerations

• Government regulations impacting accessibility

• Climate-related challenges (temperature, sea blast, lighting, sensory impact)

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Authors are encouraged to integrate practical models including:

• Sensory-responsive design (light, sound, texture)

• Adaptive materials and manipulatives

• Water, trail, and outdoor accessibility

• Emerging technologies such as facial recognition and sound-based navigation

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Submissions are especially encouraged from contributors connected to:

• Architecture

• Public Health

• Communication

• Social Work

• Education