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The children of the Summer School at the Technological University of Cyprus (TΕΠΑΚ) stepped into the shoes of people with disabilities (PWDs)

26 July 2023

Event aiming to inform and raise awareness about the fundamental right of people with disabilities (PWD) to participate equally in all aspects of life, as well as the elimination of stereotypes, prejudices, and social exclusion of these individuals, organized by the Technological University of Cyprus (TUC) and the Center for Education and Rehabilitation “EXIST.” The event took place today, Tuesday, July 25, 2023, as part of the Summer School of the Technological University of Cyprus (TEPAC), which hosts children of university

Markou: “I want a new Pan-Cyprian record – I learned from disability and created new dreams”

25 July 2023

She is a dynamic woman who is not afraid of challenges and knows well how to turn things around and overcome every obstacle to achieve her goal. An accident at the age of 16 created new circumstances in her life. She took her time and with a warm smile, readjusted her dreams and became an example for those who say ‘I can’t.’ Maria Markou is a Paralympian in bench press weightlifting. She managed to turn her dream into reality and strives to be a source of inspiration, proving to people with disabilities that they are equal members of society. The

The need to support children with disabilities in the face of the Ministry of Education Parliament.

25 July 2023

The issue of the need to support children with disabilities and chronic illnesses by specialized companions, such as nurses, as well as the problems that arise in special education, was discussed in today’s session by the Parliamentary Committee on Education and Culture. As emphasized in the Committee, every child has the right to education, and the state must ensure it. It was also noted that timely and adequate staffing of schools is important concerning companions, such as nurses, for children with disabilities and chronic illnesses. It was added that where there is a need for a companion who should be

President: Ensuring the rights of people with disabilities is a priority

17 July 2023

Ensuring the rights of people with disabilities and combating prejudices and discrimination is a priority of the Government, stated the President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides, in his address at the 42nd Annual General Assembly of the Cyprus Organisation for the Blind. According to an announcement conveyed by GTB, the greeting was read on behalf of President Christodoulides by the Deputy Minister of Social Welfare, Marilena Evaggelou. “Undoubtedly, people with visual disabilities in Cyprus have the right to equal and active participation in the social life of our country. It is the state’s obligation to provide opportunities and resources for

Aradippou adopts our application

10 July 2023

The Municipality of Aradippou chooses accessibility and free movement for everyone. The Municipality of Aradippou is adopting another important tool to support People with Disabilities, as it will collaborate with the original platform “Ablebook” with the aim of creating an open, accessible, and safe city for everyone. Mayor of Aradippou, Evangelos Evangelidis, and municipal secretary Matthaios Alampritis met with the Director and Founder of “Ablebook,” Andreas Vasilios, who presented them with the idea and capabilities of the platform, as well as his vision for its development throughout Cyprus. “Ablebook” is the first online platform for People with Disabilities in Cyprus,

Metropolis Mall of Larnaca has joined the Ablebook App

11 May 2023

We are pleased to announce another collaboration. The Ablebook application begins a new partnership with the Metropolis Mall of Larnaca. An application that will provide all the relevant information and services, around the accessibility of the disabled in the urban centers and in the villages of the periphery of Cyprus. You can find out more information about us by clicking on the link below. (https://linktr.ee/ablebook) More specifically, the Ablebook app offers four (4) features. The first feature is an interactive map that allows users to select the location they want to head to, with more advanced options available. In addition,

We welcome Leroy Merlin to our family

27 April 2023

The collaboration between Ablebook and Leroy Merlin is an important step towards creating a society without exclusion, which meets the needs of people with disabilities. The Ablebook application is a powerful tool that helps businesses, like Leroy Merlin, showcase the services they offer to their customers, making it easier for everyone to access their products and services. The facilities provided by Leroy Merlin have been designed to ensure smooth access and navigation for people with disabilities in the store. Specifically, parking spaces for people with disabilities are provided near the entrance. Ramps, elevators, and specially designed carts are also available

Free guided tour for people with mobility disabilities in the historic center of Nicosia

28 November 2022

The Tourism Development and Promotion Company (ETAP) of the Nicosia Region, in collaboration with the Deputy Ministry of Tourism and the Nicosia Municipality, are organizing a free guided tour for people with mobility disabilities in the historic center of Nicosia. The tour will take place on Saturday 3/12 at 10 am, with a meeting point in front of the steps of the old Nicosia City Hall in Eleftherias Square and will last approximately one and a half hours. The free guided tour will take place in Greek, while those interested are invited to register by calling 22889741 no

Charity bazaar from Mck handmade soaps store

22 November 2022

For the 5th year, the Mck handmade soaps store will organize a charity bazaar on Sunday, November 27 at 3:30 p.m. in the store. The purpose of the event is to offer financial support to A Dream a Wish thus adding another little stone that will make some children smile. The event will be presented by Vassiliki Hatziadamou, where there will also be an artistic program that will be undertaken by the dance schools Dancing Art, Horokrama and Kangoo Jumps. You will also be sampled by the Karaiskaki Foundation. We are waiting for you all together to support this move

My life in a wheelchair…

19 November 2022

When we hear the word “children” we imagine children running carelessly here and there, their laughter joining the wind. But there are also children, who smile but… have two legs. These children who at a tender age are called to realize that they will not run like other children their age. I was one of them. So I, like many people with disabilities, had to deal with the difficulties that accompany cerebral palsy. Having been born with a disability, I was forced to “grow up” early. The realization that my legs will never obey me was and is the greatest

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