Conference Schedule
Day 0 – Monday, 17 September 2012 |
| 08.30 am – 09.15 am | Registrations |
| 09.30 am – 12.45 pm | Pre-conference Workshops |
| 12.45 pm – 01.45 pm | Lunch |
Pre-conference Workshops
Workshop A, 09.30 am – 12.30 pm (Regency I)
Hands-On Evaluation of Environmental Barriers on Wheelchair Mobility
| Name of Organization | University College London
The Hyogo Institute of Assistive Technology, Japan
Maizuru National College of Technology, Japan |
| Name of Presenters | Nick Tyler and Catherine Holloway
Hiroshi Kitagawa
Tastuto Suzuki |
Workshop B, 09.30 am – 11.00 am (Regency III)
UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities: a force for Change
| Name of Organization | Global Alliance on Accessible Technologies and Environments
(GAATES), Canada |
| Name of Presenter | Ann Frye |
Workshop C, 11.15 am – 12.45 pm (Regency III)
Accessible Tourism: Why, How and Where!
| Name of Organization | Society for Accessible Travel & Hospitality (SATH), New York, USA |
| Name of Presenter | Jani Nayar |
Workshop D, 09.30 am – 12.30 pm (Regency V)
Establishment of Integrated Assistive Technology Service Module- a Key Approach to Improve Mobility, Accessibility & Transport in Developing Countries
| Name of Organization | Indian Spinal Injuries Centre, New Delhi |
| Name of Presenter | Nekram Upadhyay |
Pre-conference Technical Tour
Tour A: Delhi Integrated Multi-Modal Transit System (DIMTS) + Red Fort + Dilli Haat
01.45 pm - 02.00 pm | Assemble for departure at the main porch |
02.00 pm | Departure by coach from The Lalit to DIMTS |
02.30 pm | Arrival at DIMTS office |
02.30 pm - 03.30 pm | Interaction & visit to the control room |
03.40 pm | Departure by coach from DIMTS to the Red Fort |
04.15 pm | Arrival at the Red Fort |
04.15 pm - 05.15 pm | Study tour of the Red Fort |
05.30 pm | Departure by coach from Red Fort to Dilli Haat |
06.30 pm | Reaching Dilli Haat |
08.15 pm | After the visit to Dilli Haat, walk up to the coach parking |
08.30 pm | IBoard the coach and depart to the hotel, The Lalit |
09.15 pm | Arrival at the hotel, The Lalit |
Delhi Integrated Multi-Modal Transit System (DIMTS)
Delhi Integrated Multi-Modal Transit System (DIMTS) Ltd. is an urban transport and infrastructure development company committed to build and deliver quality infrastructure. DIMTS is an equal equity joint venture of Govt. of National Capital Territory of Delhi and Infrastructure Development Finance Company Ltd. (IDFC), that came into being in April 2006. Apart from creating quality infrastructure and transportation systems, DIMTS is also actively working towards raising awareness among people about public transport
Red Fort
The Red Fort is a 17th century fort complex constructed by the Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan in the walled city of Old Delhi. It is one of the world heritage sites and derives its name from the extensive use of red sandstone on the massive walls that surround the fort. Red Fort is one of the significant monuments of India which encapsulates a long period of Indian history and its architecture. The use of marble, floral decorations, double domes in the buildings inside the fort exemplifies the later phase of Mughal architecture. The Red Fort is accessible to the elderly and disabled with all level differences addressed wherever possible, with ramps & accessible toilets in place.
Dilli Haat
Dilli Haat provides the ambience of a traditional Rural Haat or village market, but one suited for more contemporary needs. Here one sees a synthesis of crafts, food and cultural activity. This Food and Craft Bazar is a treasure house of Indian culture, handicrafts and ethnic cuisine. A unique bazaar, in the heart of the city, it displays the richness of Indian culture on a permanent basis. Dilli Haat is a barrier-free tourist spot in Delhi. Ramps and mergers bordered with railings throughout the market make every part of the place accessible to the elderly, disabled and children.
Tour B: Qutub Minar + Delhi Metro + Dilli Haat
01.45 pm - 02.00 pm | Assemble for departure at the main porch |
02.00 pm | Departure by coach from The Lalit to the Qutub Minar |
02.45 pm | Arrival at the Qutub Minar coach parking and walk up to the monument |
03:00 pm | Study tour of the Qutub Minar |
04.00 pm | After the visit, walk up to the coach parking |
04.15 pm | Transfer by coach up to the Qutub Minar metro station |
04.45 pm | Depart by Metro from Qutub Minar metro station up to INA station |
05.00 pm | Disembark from Metro at INA metro station and exit the metro station |
05.05 pm | Walk up to Dilli Haat |
05.10 pm | Arrival at Dilli Haat |
07.15 pm | After the visit to Dilli Haat, walk up to the coach parking |
07.30 pm | IBoard the coach and depart to the hotel, The Lalit |
08.15 pm | Arrival at the hotel, The Lalit |
Qutub Minar
Qutub Minar, a world heritage site, is the first accessible historical monument of India and an example that can be replicated in other historical monuments throughout the country. The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) and Svayam have been jointly conferred the National Award for making Qutub Minar the first accessiblehistorical monument, by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India.
It is the world's tallest brick minaret with a height of 72.5 meters (237.8 ft) and was constructed in 1192 by Qutab-ud-din Aibak, and later completed by his successor Iltutmish. The soaring conical tower is an exquisite example of Indo-Islamic Afghan architecture. Qutub Minar is a UNESCO declared World Heritage Site and has survived the ravages of time impressively. It is India's most visited monument attracting around 3.9 million visitors every year.
Delhi Metro
The pride of the capital 'Delhi Metro' is a rapid mass transit system serving Delhi, Gurgaon and Noida in the National Capital Territory of Delhi. It is known for its world class standards with regard to safety, reliability, punctuality and comfort. It has a combination of elevated, at-grade and underground lines and uses both broad gauge and standard gauge rolling stock.
The metro system is completely accessible for persons with reduced mobility with accessible lifts, tactile paving, low height counters, audio-visual information dissemination in the trains, level platform entry, wider doors and dedicated space for wheelchair parking in the rail in the first and last compartments. A rechargeable Metro Card can be bought if the visitors intend to travel frequently and save themselves the trouble of buying a ticket manually before each journey.
Dilli Haat
Dilli Haat provides the ambience of a traditional Rural Haat or village market, but one suited for more contemporary needs. Here one sees a synthesis of crafts, food and cultural activity. This Food and Craft Bazar is a treasure house of Indian culture, handicrafts and ethnic cuisine. A unique bazaar, in the heart of the city, it displays the richness of Indian culture on a permanent basis. Dilli Haat is a barrier-free tourist spot in Delhi. Ramps and mergers bordered with railings throughout the market make every part of the place accessible to the elderly, disabled and children.
| Day 1 – TUESDAY, 18 September 2012 |
Inaugural Programme
| 08.45 am - 09.45 am | Registrations |
| 09.50 am - 10.00 am | Receiving the dignitaries |
| 10.00 am - 11.30 am | Inaugural Session (Venue: Crystal Ball Room) |
| 10.00 am - 10.05 am | Escorting the dignitaries to the dais |
| 10.05 am - 10.10 am | Lamp lighting ceremony |
| 10.10 am - 10.15 am | Felicitation of dignitaries |
| 10.15 am - 10.20 am | Welcome Address : Ms. Sminu Jindal, Chair - International Steering Committee and Founder, Svayam and TRANSED 2012 |
| 10.20 am - 10.30 am | Special Address : Dr. Sudhir Krishna, IAS, Secretary, Ministry of Urban Development, Govt. of India Indian Perspective on Seamless Accessibility |
| 10.30 am - 10.40 am | Keynote Address: Mr. Ramakant Goswami, Hon'ble Minister, Ministry of Transport,Govt. of NCT of Delhi |
| 10.40 am - 10.45 am | Message from Mr. Steven Fletcher, Hon'ble Minister of State (Transport), Canada |
| 10.45 am - 11.00 am | Inaugural Address by the Chief Guest
Smt. Sheila Dikshit, Hon'ble Chief Minister, Government of NCT of Delhi |
| 11.00 am - 11.05 am | Introducing and Inviting International Steering Committee Members for a
group photograph |
| 11.05 am - 11.10 am | Vote of Thanks by Mr. Russell Thatcher, Co-chair, Transportation Research
Board, USA |
| 11.10 am - 11.15 am | National Anthem by the students of the Noida Deaf Society
Ms. Abha Negi, Chair - Organizing Committee, TRANSED 2012
(Inviting the dignitaries to inaugurate and visit the Expo and Poster Gallery) |
| 11.15 am - 11.20 am | Inauguration of the Expo by Smt. Sheila Dikshit, Hon'ble Chief Minister,
Government of NCT of Delhi and Mr. Ramakant Goswami, Hon'ble Minister, Ministry of Transport, Govt. of NCT of Delhi |
| 11.20 am - 11.30 am | Round of the Expo and Poster Gallery |
| 11.30 am - 11.45 am | Invite the dignitaries for tea and media interaction |
Inaugural Plenary Session (11.45 am - 01.00 pm)
Venue: Crystal Ball Room
Theme: Need for developing barrier-free infrastructure
| Moderator | Ms. Ann Frye, UK |
| 11.45 am - 11.50 am | Inviting and introducing the speakers |
| Speakers: | |
| 11.50 am - 12.05pm | Ms. Mary Crass, Head of Policy & Forum Preparation, ITF
International Perspective on Seamless Access |
| 12.05 pm - 12.20 pm | Mr. Shakti Sinha, IAS, CMD, Delhi State Industrial and
Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd. (DSIIDC)
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| 12.20 pm - 12.35 pm | Prof. Rosario Macario, Lisbon Technical University |
| 12.35 pm - 12.50 pm | Floor participation |
| 12.50 pm - 1.00 pm | Networking Lunch |
| 02.00 pm - 04.00 pm | Parallel Session 1/I -Themes B, D, G, and J |
Theme B (Session 1):
Best Practices and Innovations: Policies and Legislations
Venue: Regency I
Chair: Mr. Prasanna Kumar Pincha, India
Co-chair: Mr. T. D. Dhariyal, India
| 111 | Transport and Disability: Approaches and Recent ; Practice from the World Bank [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Julie Babinard, United States |
| 264 | Mobility for Persons with Disabilities: Examining Service and Planning Innovations of the US New Freedom Transportation programme [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Piyushimita (Vonu) Thakuriah, United States |
| 398 | Feasibility of an Integrated Operation System for Accessible Transport Services [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Rex C. K. Luk, Hong Kong |
| 88 | An Approach for the Evaluation of the Accessibility of the Physical Infrastructure and the Educational Process in Universities the Case of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Aristotelis Naniopoulos, Greece |
| 405 | Participatory Processes in the Context of Good Practices for a Sustainable Public Transport [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Galloni, Maria Nelida, Argentina |
| 177 | Why Legislation is not Enough [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Alison Smith, Australia |
Theme D (Session 1):
Environmental Impact, Sustainability and Accessibility of Integrated Multimodal Systems
Venue: Regency III
Time: 02.00 pm - 04.00 pm
Chair: Ms. Ann Frye, United Kingdom
Co -chair: Mr. Mukhtar Al Shibani, Saudi Arabia
| 107 | Sustainable Technology for Person-Centered Accessible Integrated Multimodal Information Systems [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Dr. Uma Shama & Mr. Lawrence Harman, United States |
| 11 | Accessible Multimodal Public Transport - South Africa's Future [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Jim Stanbury, South Africa |
| 13 | Transition from Working Life to Retirement; What are the Mobility Needs of Retirees in Sweden [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Berg Jessica, Sweden |
| 413 | Investigation of the Factors that Affect the Community Participation of Disabled People [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Gokcen Akyurek & Gonca Bumin, Turkey |
| 223 | How Smart Green Design Creates Universal Design Spaces [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Bob Topping & Thea Kurdi, Canada |
Theme G (Session 1):
Pedestrian Mobility & Safety for Livable Communities
Venue: Crystal Ballroom I
Time: 02.00 pm - 04.00 pm
Chair: Ms. Billie Louise Bentzen, USA
Co -chair: Ms. Ruma Roka, India
| 82 | The Relationship Between Physical Workload and the Position of Tipping Lever of Wheelchair [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Tauchi Masaki, Japan |
| 240 | A Study on Tactile Walking Surface Indication at Staircases [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Hisato Ohno, Japan |
| 362 | The Fragility of Older Road Users in Britain & its Effect on Traffic Accident Fatalities [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Christopher G. B. Mitchell, UK |
| 270 | Walking and Stopping Over Tactile Paving [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Craig R. Childs, UK |
| 21 | The Urgent Need for Traffic Calming Measures for Pedestrians in India [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Åse Svensson, Sweden |
Theme J (Session 1):
Potential of Technology in Accessibility for all (Information Technology, Accessibility Aids Etc.)
Venue: Regency V
Time: 02.00 pm - 04.00 pm
Chair: Prof. Balakrishnan, India
Co -chair: Ms. Shilpi Kapoor, India
| 168 | Mobility Patterns among Older People in Sweden: a Study of Women's and Men's Experiences and Modal Choices from a Life Course Perspective [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | LenaLevin, Sweden |
| 334 | Evaluation of Joint Loads in Pushing / Pulling Attendant-Propelled Wheelchairs During Forward Walking on Upward and Downward Slopes [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Tatsuto Suzuki, Japan |
| 75 | Design and Fabrication of Electric Wheelchair and Modification of Suitable Two Wheeler for Paraplegics [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Prasant P, India |
| 310 | Contextual Research: Hearing from People in Slums About Public Toilets in India [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Shikha Agarwal, India |
| 376 | Refresher Courses for Older Drivers – a Literature Study [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Björn Peters, Sweden |
| 04.00 pm - 04.15 pm | Tea/Coffee Break |
| 04.15 pm - 06.15 pm | Parallel Session 1/II - Themes B, E, I |
Theme B (Session 2):
Best Practices and Innovations: Public Transport
Venue: Crystal Ballroom I
Time: 04.15 pm - 06.15 pm
Chair: Ms. Mary Crass, France
Co -chair: Co-chair: Mr. Gerhard Menckhoff, USA
| 324 | Public Transport Options for Youth with Disabilities: a Review of Needs, Challenges, and Impacts [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| [A] | Rashi Saxena, India |
| 277 | Identifying Accessibility Problems in Existing Transit Systems [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Edward Steinfeld, USA |
| 64 | The Power of Choice: the Benefits of Free Fare for Elderly and Disabled Customers on Fixed Route Services [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| [A] | Matthew Avancena, USA |
| 67 | The Passage Project: Making European Rail Travel Accessible for all [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Dirk Oelschläger, France |
| 193 | The Challenge of Introducing a Wheelchair Passport Scheme into a Multi-Provider Environment [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Andrew Creese, UK |
| 321 | Rob's Rescue: Emergency Response Transportation for Disabled Persons [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Richard A. Schultze, USA |
Theme E (Session 1):
Accessible Public Transport (Bus Rapid Transit, Metro, Para-Transit System, Etc.)
Venue: Regency I
Time: 04.15 pm - 06.15 pm
Chair: Mr. Sanjiv Sahai, India
Co -chair: Mr. Jamie Osborne, United States
| 33 | Challenges to Inclusive Bus Rapid Transit in Developing Regions: the Role of Public Participation [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Thomas E. Rickert, USA |
| 380 | Last Mile Connectivity for Enhancing User Choice of Rapid Transit Systems [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Chidambara, India |
| 320 | The People's Way: Assessing Janmarg BRT for Inclusive Design [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Vanishree Herlekar, India |
| 194 | Disabilities and Public Transportation in Sweden – What can be done to Improve Accessibility for Passengers? [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Rebecca Sandelin, Sweden |
| 239 | Poor Public Transport Management Leads to Transport Inaccessibility and Affordability in Tanzania [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Oscar Kikoyo, Tanzania |
Theme I (Session 1):
Implementation, Monitoring and Enforcement
Venue: Regency III
Time: 04.15 pm - 06.15 pm
Chair: Mr. Dilip Chenoy, India
Co -chair: Mr. Campbell Mckee, United Kingdom
| 29 | Institutional Barriers to Accessible Public Transport [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Christopher G.B.Mitchell, UK |
| 253 | Implementation, Monitoring& Management of an Integrated Accessible Transportation Programme: a Proposal [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Lalita Sen, USA |
| 209 | Making Auroville Accessible [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Anjlee Agarwal, India |
| 104 | Setting the Mark: a Risk Based Monitoring and Compliance Framework [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Paul Kelly, Canada |
| 41 | Practices: Implementation and Enforcement of Universal Design [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Ch'ng Gaik Bee Dalilah Bee Abdullah, Malaysia |
| 401 | Inclusive Uidai Leads to Aadhaar for All [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Mohammed Asif Iqbal, India |
Day 2 – Wednesday, 19 September 2012 |
08.00 am – 08.45 am | Registrations |
09.00 am - 10.00 am Plenary Session (Venue: Crystal Ball Room) Theme: Livable Communities with emphasis on Infrastructure |
Moderator: | Dr. Lalita Sen, USA |
09.00 am - 09.05 am | Inviting and introducing the speakers |
Speakers: | |
09.05 am - 09.20 am | Mr. Pradeep Sachdeva, PSDA |
09.20 am - 09.35 am | Ms. Paromita Roy (Romi Roy), Unified Traffic and Transportation Infrastructure
(Planning & Engineering) Centre (UTTIPEC) |
09.35 am - 09.50 am | Mr. Kanesan Velupillai, President, SCOMI International and
Country Head, SCOMI India |
09.50 am - 10.00 am | Floor participation |
10.00 am - 11.30 am | Parallel Session 2/I - Themes B, E, G, H |
Theme B (Session 3):
Best Practices and Innovations: Air Travel and Other Policies
Venue: Regency I
Time: 10.00 am - 11.30 am
Chair: Ms. Nina Frid, Canada
Co -chair: Mr. Dipendra Manocha, India
16 | | Lorne Mackenzie, Canada |
172 | Maximum Feasible Vs. Self-Help City; Participatory Planning and Outcomes in Inclusive Public Transport [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Jamie Osborne, USA |
40 | Quality Initiative to Improve Services for Older Drivers in UK following a Health Needs Assessment [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Anuraj Varshney, UK |
427 | Strengthening Accessibility Framework by Harmonizing Indian Domestic Laws with UNCRPD [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Subhash Chandra Vashishth, India |
426 | | Abdulaziza Al-Mohisen, Saudi Arabia |
Theme E (Session 2):
Accessible Public Transport (Bus Rapid Transit, Metro, Para-Transit System, etc.)
Venue: Regency III
Time: 10.00 am - 11.30 am
Chair: Mr. Thomas E. Rickert, USA
Co -chair: Ms. Sonal Shah, India
345 | | Helena Svensson, Sweden |
246 | Study of Challenges Faced by Visually Impaired Persons in Accessing Public Buses and Design and User Testing of an Affordable Bus Identification and Homing System for the Visually Impaired [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | M. Balakrishnan, India |
424 | | Abha Negi & Ms. Shuchita Rawal, India |
227 | | Mukhtar M. AlShibani, Saudi Arabia |
420 | The Research of Establishing Taipei City Integration Common Transportation System [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Lin Ming Che, Taipei |
Theme G (Session 2):
Pedestrian Mobility & Safety for Livable Communities
Venue: Crystal Ballroom II
Time: 10.00 am - 11.30 am
Chair: Mr. Mathew Cherian, India
Co -chair: Ms. Catherine Holloway, United Kingdom
217 | | Tsu-Jui Cheng, UK |
18 | | Neelima Chakrabarty, India |
71 | The Price of Specialized Transportation: Does Government Policy Decrease Cost and Increase Community Inclusion for People with Disabilities [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Karen Wolf-Branigin, USA |
373 | Analysis of the Needs of the Disabled in Getting Around the City [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Claudia Piras, Italy |
165 | | Billie Louise Bentzen, USA |
229 | Pedestrian Infrastructure on the Public Right-of-Way: Aging Pedestrians and Prioritizing Sidewalk Hazards using the Ultra Light Inertial Profiler (ULIP) [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Arfaraz Khambatta, USA |
Theme H (Session 1):
Rural Access and Mobility
Venue: Regency V
Time: 10.00 am - 11.30 am
Chair: Ms. Ling Suen, Canada
Co -chair: Co-chair: Ms. Anjlee Agarwal, India
49 | Rural Transport Needs to be Inclusive [[Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Ranjith de Silva, Sri Lanka |
50 | Choice Based on Accessibility & Social Determinants – a Case of Elderly Healthcare Decision and Health Trips in India [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Arnab Jana, Japan |
115 | Realizing Universal Access and Mobility for Jamaican Rural Residents in Multi-modal Transport Model [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Yasmin Chong, Jamaica |
409 | Rural Access and Mobility [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Adolphus Okeke, Nigeria |
255 | Rural Access and Mobility: a Case of Managing Individualized Mobility Needs through Innovative Management [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Lalita Sen, USA |
11.45 am - 01.00 pm | Poster Presentation ( Venue : Plaza Terrace Garden) |
01.00 pm - 02.00 pm | Networking Lunch |
02.00 pm - 04.00 pm | Parallel Session 2/II - Themes B, J, E |
Theme J (Session 2):
Potential of Technology in Accessibility for all(Information Technology, Accessibility Aids etc.)
Venue: Crystal Ballroom II
Time: 02.00 pm - 04.00 pm
Chair: Ms. Julie Babinard, USA
Co -chair: Dr. Sutheeshna Babu S, India
| 167 | Accessible Tourism: a Wheelchair Traveler’s Perspective [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Aaron D. Vamosh, Israel |
| 28 | Mobility Scooters for an Ageing Society [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Daniel Blais, Canada (in absentia) Presenter: Ms. Ling Suen |
| 392 | Design and User-Study of an Affordable Indoor Navigation System for Visually Impaired [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | M. Balakrishnan, India |
| 265 | Development of a Device to Detect the Presence of a Cross Fall on a Footway and the Push Style Used by a Wheelchair User to Overcome the Slope [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Catherine Holloway, UK |
| 377 | Hearing Impairment and Transport [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Birgitta Thorslund, Sweden |
Theme B (Session 4):
Best Practices and Innovations: Air Travel and Other Policies
Venue: Crystal Ballroom I
Time: 02.00 pm - 04.00 pm
Chair: Dr. Christopher G B Mitchell, United Kingdom
Co -chair: Mr. Rex C K Luk, Hong Kong
267 | The Mobility Escort Program: an Independent Mobility Service within the Transportation System [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Silvia Rosales-Montano, France |
101 | | Bibhas Ranjan Sethi, India |
220 | | Shannon Sanders McDonald, AIA, USA |
160 | Supporting the Development of Cost-Effective Para Transit Options: the US’ Section 5310 Program [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Gilbert Williams, USA (in absentia) Presenter: Russell Thatcher, USA |
76 | | Saket Kashyap Adhikarla, India |
34 | Findings from a New Guide: Para-Transit for Mobility Impaired Persons in Developing Regions: Starting Up and Scaling Up [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Thomas E. Rickert, USA |
Theme E (Session 3):
Accessible Public Transport (Bus Rapid Transit, Metro, Para-Transit System, etc.)
Venue: Regency I
Time: 02.00 pm - 04.00 pm
Chair: Mr. Sanjeev Sachdeva, India
Co -chair: Ms. Tiago Veras, Portugal
364 | Pedestrian Accessibility Index (PAI) for Transit Stations: a Framework to Evaluate Pedestrian Access [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Dristi Neog, India |
228 | Sustainable Bus Design Focused on Improved Accessibility [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Xenia Karekla, UK |
213 | | Anjlee Agarwal, India |
219 | Evaluation of Accessible Public Transportation: Bus Rapid Transit Metro Bus, Route-2, Mexico City [Abstract] [Paper] |Presentation| | Lilian Salazar, Mexico |
280 | | Catherine Holloway, UK |
04.15 pm - 05.30 pm Panel Discussion (Venue: Crystal Ball Room) Theme: Livable Communities with Emphasis on Policies |
Moderator: | Ms. Nina Frid, Canadian Transportation Agency |
04.15 pm - 04.20 pm | Inviting and introducing the speakers |
Speakers: | |
04.20 pm - 04.35 pm | Ms. Julie Babinard, World Bank |
04.35 pm - 04.50 pm | Mr. C. K. Khaitan, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Urban Development, Govt. of India |
04.50 pm - 05.05 pm | Mr. Gerhard Menckhoff, Independent Transport Consultant |
04.50 pm - 05.05 pm | Mr. B. I. Singal, Director General, Institute of Urban Transport, India |
05.25 pm - 05.30 pm | Floor participation |
07.30 pm - 10.30 pm Award Ceremony followed by Dinner (Venue: Crystal Ball Room, The Lalit) |
07.30 pm | Welcoming the Chief Guest and the Delegates |
07.35 pm | Address by the Chief Guest, Mr. Arvinder Singh, Hon'ble Minister of Urban Development, Govt. of NCT of Delhi |
07.40 pm | Awards announcement and Award Ceremony
Best Paper and Best Poster Awards
Svayam Accessibility Awards 2012 |
08.00 pm | Release of the Paratransit Guide by the Chief Guest
Paratransit for Mobility - Impaired Persons in Developing Regions
authored by Mr. Thomas E. Rickert, Access Exchange International, San Francisco |
08.05 pm - 08.20 pm | Cultural performance by the youth of Kashmir |
08.20 pm– 08.40 pm | Cultural performance by Abilities Unlimited |
08.45 pm - 10.00 pm | Dinner |
Day 3 – Thursday, 20 September 2012 |
09.00 am - 10.00 am Plenary Session (Venue: Crystal Ball Room) Theme: Accessibility in Public Transport |
Moderator: | Ms. Mary Crass, International Transport Forum (ITF) |
09.00 am - 09.05 am | Inviting and introducing the speakers |
Speakers: | |
09.05 am - 09.20 am | Prof. Geetam Tiwari, Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi |
09.20 am - 09.35 am | Ms. Billie Louise Bentzen, Director of Research,
Accessible Design for the Blind, USA |
09.35 am - 09.50 am | Mr. Vinay Mittal, Chairman, Railway Board |
09.50 am - 10.00 am | Floor participation |
10.00 am - 11.30 am | Parallel Session 2/I - Themes B, E, G, H |
Theme C (Session 1):
Accessible Tourism: Conservation, Access to the Historic and Natural Heritage
Venue: Regency III
Time: 10.00 am - 11.30 am
Chair: Mr. Arun Kumar, India
Co -chair: Dr. K.K. Mohammed, India
| 283 | Access to the Historical and Natural Heritage in Japan [Abstract] [Paper] [Presentation] | Hideto Kijima, Japan |
| 346 | Tourism in Brazilian Cities: Accessibility to Museums Declared Historic Patrimony in Rio De Janeiro [Abstract] [Paper] [Presentation] | Regina Cohen, Brazil |
| 423 | Museums in India - Towards Universal Access [Abstract] [Paper] [Presentation] | Rohini Ramkrishnan & Abhishek Ray, India |
| 428 | Accessibility at World Heritage Sites - an Inclusive Approach [Abstract] [Paper] [Presentation] | Abha Negi & Sonal Chaudhry, India |
| 403 | Understanding Barriers, Tourism Participation & Disabled Tourists in India [Abstract] [Paper] [Presentation] | Dr. Sutheeshna Babu S, India |
Theme B (Session 5):
Best Practices and Innovations: Planning and Built Environment
Venue: Crystal Ballroom II
Time: 10.00 am - 11.30 am
Chair: Mr. R. K. Safaya, India
Co -chair: Mr. Bob Topping, Canada
| 415 | Promoting Built Environment and Transport Accessibility in Addis Ababa [Abstract] [Paper] [Presentation] | Aychesh Molla, Ethiopia |
| 57 | Dutch Tactile Paving Guidelines [Abstract] [Paper] [Presentation] | Willem Jagersma, Netherlands |
| 206 | Adaptation to the Ageing Society - Best Practice Transport Planning Template [Abstract] [Paper] [Presentation] | Stephanie Kretz, Germany |
| 230 | A Proposal and Examination of a Newly Guidance Method in Indoor [Abstract] [Paper] [Presentation] | Takao Yanagihara, Japan |
| 318 | Filling the Gaps for an Accessible World: a Systems Approach [Abstract] [Paper] [Presentation] | Bridget Burdett, New Zealand |
| 233 | A System to Facilitate Comfortable Travel of Wheelchair Bound Passengers and Other Passengers with Mobility Problem in Trains [Abstract] [Paper] [Presentation] | Bhargav Sundaram, India |
Theme H (Session 2):
Rural Access and Mobility
Venue: Crystal Ballroom I
Time: 10.00 am - 11.30 am
Chair: Dr. Lalita Sen, USA
Co -chair: Dr. Hemlata, India
| 179 | Selling My Chickens: the Importance of Accessible Rural Transport in South Africa [Abstract] [Paper] [Presentation] | Amanda Gibberd & Khibi Mabuse, South Africa |
| 162 | Cost-Effective Accessible Transportation Alternatives in Rural Areas: Examples from the US [Abstract] [Paper] [Presentation] | Russell Thatcher, USA |
| 211 | Community Participation and Issues of Rural Accessibility in the UK [Abstract] [Paper] [Presentation] | Robert H. Craig, UK |
| 31 | Developing Methodology for Accessibility Research in Rural Environments [Abstract] [Paper] [Presentation] | Gaurav Raheja, India |
| 326 | Holistic Approach for Developing Barrier Free Environment for PWDs in Sri Lanka [Abstract] [Paper] [Presentation] | U. R. Rodrigo, Sri Lanka |
Theme J (Session 3):
Potential of Technology in Accessibility for all(Information Technology, Accessibility Aids etc.)
Venue: Regency I
Time: 10.00 am - 11.30 am
Chair: Prof. Balakrishnan, India
Co -chair: Mr. Sanjay Pant, India
| 261 | Ageing in a Deprived Neighbourhood - Outdoor Mobility and the Sense of Place [Abstract] [Paper] [Presentation] | Vanessa Stjernborg, Sweden |
| 66 | The Economic and Social Benefits of Accessibility: a Decision Support Framework for South Asia [Abstract] [Paper] [Presentation] | David Lewis, Canada (in absentia). Presenter - Ms. Ling Suen, Canada |
| 130 | The Supply of Wheelchairs within Developing Countries [Abstract] [Paper] [Presentation] | Campbell McKee, UK |
| 366 | Travel Behaviors of the Disabled in Jakarta Metropolitan Area [Abstract] [Paper] [Presentation] | Hirohisa Kawaguchi, Japan |
| 70 | Getting There: Transforming and Integrating Urban Travel Provision for People with Disabilities [Abstract] [Paper] [Presentation] | David Ling, United Kingdom |
11.45 pm - 01.15 pm | Parallel Session 3/II - Themes C,G and J |
Theme C (Session 2):
Accessible Tourism: Conservation, Access to the Historic and Natural Heritage
Venue: Regency V
Time: 11.45 am - 01.15 pm
Chair: Mr. Ritish Nanda, India
Co -chair: Dr. Lalita Sen, USA
| 83 | How Historic Cities become Accessible [Abstract] [Paper] [Presentation] | Marta Bordas Eddy, Spain |
| 85 | Accessibility Improvement Interventions in Byzantine Monuments of Thessaloniki in the Frame of the “Prospelasis” Project [Abstract] [Paper] [Presentation] | Aristotelis Naniopoulos, Greece |
| 314 | Accessibility of Italian Historical Universities [Abstract] [Paper] [Presentation] | Valentina Giacometti, Italy |
| 365 | Traffic Circulation and Street Infrastructure Design for Shahjahanabad and Humayun Tomb in Delhi [Abstract] [Paper] [Presentation] | Ravi Gadepalli, India |
| 42 | The Central Building of the University of Pavia: Accessibility and Enhancement [Abstract] [Paper] [Presentation] | Alessandro Greco, Italy |
Theme G (Session 3):
Pedestrian Mobility & Safety for Livable Communities
Venue: Crystal Ballroom II
Time: 1.45 am - 01.15 pm
Chair: Mr. Doran Barnes, USA
Co -chair: Ms. Mary Jane-Gravelle, Canada
| 98 | The Impact of Changes in Access to Local Facilities on the Wellbeing of Elderly and Disabled People [Abstract] [Paper] [Presentation] | Roger L. Mackett, UK |
| 58 | GIS Tools for an Inclusive City Development [Abstract] [Paper] [Presentation] | Riccardo Gandolfi, Italy |
| 254 | Walkability and Pedestrian Facilities in Asian Cities [Abstract] [Paper] [Presentation] | Sameera Kumar Anthapur, India |
| 164 | Establishing and Maintaining Direction for Street Crossing using Non-visual Cues [Abstract] [Paper] [Presentation] | Billie Louise Bentzen, USA |
| 402 | A Legal Status for Personal Mobility Devices [Abstract] [Paper] [Presentation] | Jean-François Bruneau, Canada |
Theme J (Session 4):
Potential of Technology in Accessibility for all(Information Technology, Accessibility Aids etc.)
Venue: Regency I
Time: 11.45 am - 01.15 pm
Chair: Mr. George Abraham, India
Co -chair: Ms. Karen Wolf-Branigin, USA
| 129 | Wrong Questions, Wrong Answers: the Statistical Barrier to Accessibility [Abstract] [Paper] [Presentation] | Ann Frye, UK |
| 273 | Maintaining Mobility of Older Adults in North America [Abstract] [Paper] [Presentation] | Ling Suen, Canada |
| 185 | A User-Centric Approach to Design Inclusive and Prosthetic Learning Environment for Autism [Abstract] [Paper] [Presentation] | Rachna Khare, India |
| 383 | Accessibility and Infrastructure in India: an Overview [Abstract] [Paper]] [Presentation] | Sanjeev Sachdeva, India |
| 231 | Universal Design India Principles @ 2011; a Collaborative Process of Developing Design Principles [Abstract] [Paper] [Presentation] | Gaurav Raheja, India |
01.15 pm - 02.00 pm | Networking Lunch |
02.00 pm - 03.00 pm Panel Discussion (Venue: Crystal Ball Room) Theme: Strategies to promote Inclusive Communities |
Moderator: | Mr. Christopher G. B. Mitchell, United Kingdom |
02.00 pm - 02.05pm | Inviting and introducing the speakers |
Speakers: | |
02.00 pm - 02.05pm | Mr. Pankaj Joshi, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment |
02.15pm - 02.25 pm | Mr. Campbell McKee, Independent Consultant, United Kingdom |
02.15pm - 02.25 pm | Prof. Balakrishnan, Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi |
02.35 pm - 02.45 pm | Dr. Lalita Sen, Texas Southern University, USA |
02.45 pm - 03.00 pm | Floor participation |
03.00 pm - 04.00 pm Closing and Handover Ceremony |
Concluding Remarks by Prof. Geetam Tiwari, - Chair - International Scientific Committee, TRANSED 2012 |
Handover Ceremony and Speech by Ms. Sminu Jindal, - Chair - International Steering Committee, TRANSED 2012 and Founder, Svayam |
Inviting the Host for TRANSED 2015 for Handover - Portuguese representatives of TRANSED 2015
Prof. Rosario Macario, Lisbon Technical University |
04.30 pm - 05.30 pm TRB Committee Meeting (Venue: Regency V) |