Accessibility news
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AIS 360º accessibility and its relation to accessible service
When we talk about accessibility, we usually think of ramps, elevators or adapted signage. But the reality is much broader: an accessible service is one that can be received or provided by any person, with the greatest possible degree of autonomy. And it’s not just about the user. It is also important that whoever provides…
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The tourism of the future will be inclusive
The importance of tourism as an economic sector with a global impact and as a generator of experiences is undeniable. However, not everyone can enjoy its benefits in the same way. Accessibility, both physical and digital, is a key factor in ensuring that everyone, regardless of their abilities, can travel, stay in hotels, visit monuments…
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The 10 most common ‘silly’ physical accessibility errors
Accessibility should not be a secondary issue in the design of public or private spaces. However, it is common to find “silly mistakes” in accessibility or easily avoidable with a minimum of common sense or technical knowledge. Here are 10 very real examples that, although they may seem absurd, still occur today. 1. Impossible ramps…
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Authorized Entities meet at Around 2025 LATAM
Professionals from Leaf Latam, SafeCity, SUMAC, REMS and Typsa Peru met last April in Lima (Peru) at the Meeting of AIS Authorized Entities, Around 2025 LATAM, to learn about the latest developments of the AIS accessibility certificate and its positioning in Latin America. Esther Bienes Pinedo, director of Fundación ARS and AIS Certificate, chaired this…
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Leyre Echevarría: “The market is ready for certification as AIS”.
The ESG and sustainability director of CBRE SPAIN, Leyre Echevarría Icaza, emphasizes that certifying with AIS helps to give visibility to the accessibility and inclusion efforts made by companies. In a meeting with AIS, she responded to our question: Is the market ready for a certification like AIS? Leyre Echevarría Icaza: Yes, I think the…
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AIS accessibility courses, recognized by the Complutense University of Madrid
The AIS Field Technician and AIS Homologated Technician courses, created by Fundación ARS, have been recognized by the Complutense University of Madrid (Spain), thanks to an agreement signed between both institutions. “We are proud to work hand in hand with professionals from this educational institution,” said Esther Bienes Pinedo, president of Fundación ARS. “Training has…
