Safety and Mobility Challenges of People with Disability in Mekelle City: Towards Inclusive Urban Transport – A Policy Brief
Published: January 2024
Main topic: Policy and planning, Inclusion
Study countrie(s): Ethiopia, Sub-Saharan Africa
Written by: Berhane Grum Woldegiorgis, Birhane Araya Asfha, Bizuneh Asfaw Abebe, Dmtsu Gebremariam Hagos, Ataklti Gebrehiwet Gebrekidan
Published by: Mekelle University
Study type: Policy note
This brief has been produced to inform policy makers and provide recommendations based on the findings of this study on safety and mobility challenges of people with disabilities in Mekelle city.
The study consists of a review of both scientific and grey literature and primary data collection. Quantitative data was collected through digital questionnaire-based face-to-face interviews and on-site assessments of transport infrastructure, public buildings, transport services and stops.
Qualitative data was also collected using in-depth interviews of key-informants, such as disability associations and government institutions, interviews with people with disabilities, and focus group discussions. Research findings were discussed among the various stakeholders in workshops and consultative meetings.
As a result, finding reports and recommendations to improve access to transport for people with disabilities in Mekelle city have been produced.
