Public and NGOs came together for a barrier-free city in Antalya
Antalya Metropolitan Municipality Barrier-Free Service Commission evaluated accessibility investments and new projects in the city at its 15th meeting.
The Barrier-Free Service Commission, organized under the coordination of Antalya Metropolitan Municipality Social Services Department, held its 15th meeting in the Metropolitan Municipality meeting hall. At the meeting attended by representatives of public institutions, universities, professional chambers and non-governmental organizations, services and accessibility studies for disabled individuals throughout the city were discussed.
As part of the meeting, steps to increase the participation of disabled citizens in social life, accessible transportation opportunities and physical arrangements in public areas were discussed in detail. In addition, commission members exchanged ideas on new projects planned to be implemented throughout Antalya in the 2026-2027 period.
Physical Obstacles Are Being Removed One By One
According to the information shared about the infrastructure and transportation works completed throughout the city, accessibility applications have been completed at 20 bus stops. Within the scope of the field work carried out, 90 pavement ramps were made suitable for disabled use, and the necessary arrangements were made on 16 overpasses.
"Accessibility is a Fundamental Right, Not a Privilege"
Murat Yavuz, Head of Social Services Department, emphasized that they act with the goal of a barrier-free city and used the following statements:
"As Antalya Metropolitan Municipality, we know that accessibility is not a privilege, but a fundamental right. For us, a barrier-free city is not only a city where physical barriers are removed, but also a city where everyone can live equally and together. As a result of the work we carry out with this understanding, our services have been certified with accessibility certificates. We will continue our work with determination for a more accessible Antalya."
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