The stadiums include a quiet room for those with cognitive disabilities.
stadiums aren't only wheelchair accessible, other amenities have also been included, such as a quiet room for those suffering from autism and other cognitive disabilities. The room is meant to give a safe haven for those overwhelmed by the World Cup's loud crowds.
The special room was developed by Sana Abu Majeed is a periodic occupational therapist at Renad Academy, an autism school based in Doha. The room is located at Education City Stadium and has been in development since 2020. It was first unveiled at last year's Arab Cup. "Most of the people that are neurodivergent can get overwhelmed by noises, can get bothered by lighting, can find crowded settings really discomforting. That's where a sensory room comes into play. These environments are meant to calm and relax individuals," Majeed toldGhanimeh El-Taweel, an affiliate instructor, at Hamad Bin Khalifa University also participated in the design of the special room. She offered her recommendations on signage, lighting, and the designated routes for people with disabilities, making sure everything was designed to offer the maximum comfort to those who need it most."We assessed the metro and the tram. So... I think the tram, implemented what is called a wheelchair tray. You're supposed to ask for it before you actually ride the tram, but we told them this should not be asked for, it should be available at all times. It was locked behind closed doors. There's no need to lock them, so that will also change," she explained toAhmed Habib, the senior media content specialist for the Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy, the government body that oversees everything related to the World Cup, told Euronews that Qatar 2022 will provide a platform that has the potential to usher in a new era for accessibility in the country."I think that everything is in place for this to be the most accessible edition of the FIFA World Cup. Work began a very long time ago by including members of the disabled community, and by putting in place the highest standards at the tournament venues. But also by making sure that the tournament plays a transformative role in ensuring that the whole country becomes more accessible."like we do here in Qatar. All eight stadiums are brand new, and provide an opportunity for wheelchair users like me to sit in multiple areas of the stadium, and to have multiple vantage points to watch the games," concluded Habib.
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