Effectiveness of the International Symbol of Access and inclusivity of other disability groups

Vice, Jason; Barstow, Beth; Bowman, Sean M.; Mehta, Tapan; Padalabalanarayanan, Sangeetha

doi:10.1016/j.dhjo.2019.100836

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“…Instead of relating the symbol with all disabilities, athletes mostly related this symbol with only wheelchair users and responded accordingly. 15,16,26 Literature also has debates on whether the "international symbol of accessibility" represents all individuals with disabilities. 15,16,26 Vice et al for example investigated the effectiveness of the "international symbol of accessibility" in representing individuals of all disabilities and concluded that this symbol was not effective in representing individuals with non-mobility impairments.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…15,16,26 Literature also has debates on whether the "international symbol of accessibility" represents all individuals with disabilities. 15,16,26 Vice et al for example investigated the effectiveness of the "international symbol of accessibility" in representing individuals of all disabilities and concluded that this symbol was not effective in representing individuals with non-mobility impairments. 16 The authors also stated that the symbol also caused confusion for both individuals with and without disabilities.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…15,16,26 Vice et al for example investigated the effectiveness of the "international symbol of accessibility" in representing individuals of all disabilities and concluded that this symbol was not effective in representing individuals with non-mobility impairments. 16 The authors also stated that the symbol also caused confusion for both individuals with and without disabilities. 16 Therefore, the results of this study also support the consideration of re-designing "international symbol of accessibility" to represent all types of disabilities.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…16 The authors also stated that the symbol also caused confusion for both individuals with and without disabilities. 16 Therefore, the results of this study also support the consideration of re-designing "international symbol of accessibility" to represent all types of disabilities.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…[12][13][14] Among the signs/symbols, the most widely used sign that represents "access" today is the "wheelchair" sign which is the "international symbol of accessibility". 15,16 This sign, which is frequently seen in many areas such as parking lots, toilets, ramps, etc. of sports complexes, tries to emphasize that individuals with all kinds of special needs can also benefit from the services provided comfortably, and actively engage in sports.…”

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Professional Athletes' Knowledge About and Awareness of Accessibility Signs/Symbols: A Descriptive Study

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Turkiye Klinikleri J Sports Sci

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In media and in many areas, the use of signs/symbols are promoted to indicate the accessibility of those facilities. It is important for the society, including athletes, to raise awareness about the meaning and significance of those signs/symbols. Therefore, this study seeks to understand professional athletes' knowledge about and awareness of the signs/symbols designed and used for accessibility. Material and Methods: A descriptive research model was used to gather data from 124 professional athletes. A survey questionnaire including demographic information as well as open-ended questions, such as 'whether the accessibility symbol was seen or not? if so, where? and what would be done to improve awareness about accessibility symbols?', was conducted. Results: Although 'yellow tactile pavement for the blind' was most seen (n=117), 'international symbol of accessibility' was the most known (n=101) and understandable (n=103) accessibility sign/symbol. On the other hand, 'active international symbol of accessibility' was reported as the least seen (n=11), known (n= 12) and understandable (n=24) sign/symbol among all accessibility signs/symbols. Athletes emphasized the importance of raising awareness via internet, social media and tv. Only a few athletes mentioned that they have seen some accessibility signs/ symbols in sport related areas. Conclusion: Result revealed that knowledge and awareness of athletes practicing sports in different branches about accessibility signs/symbols were not sufficient. More accessibility signs/symbols should be used in sports-related areas to emphasize that services in sports facilities are inclusive of all individuals, and that the media should promote awareness of these accessibility signs/symbols.

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