Accessibility means everyone can take part in Heerlen, young or old, with or without a disability. An accessible city is pleasant for everyone.
Why is accessibility important?
Everyone should be able to move around freely, read information and take part in daily life. As a resident of Heerlen you can contribute to accessibility yourself, so that your fellow residents can keep taking part.
By staying alert we can improve a lot, often with just small adjustments.
What might you come across?
In your neighbourhood you may come across all kinds of obstacles that make it difficult to take part. Some are obvious, others only stand out once you look for them:
- A pavement blocked by bicycles or cars.
- A pavement that is uneven or poorly lit.
- A building without a ramp or lift.
- An information sign that is hard to read or hangs too high.
- A website or form that is unclear or too complicated.
What can you do?
Always ask yourself: can everyone use, read or understand this?
- Report obstacles in your neighbourhood to the municipality of Heerlen, for example via the website or the MijnHeerlen-app.
- Point out to others how important an accessible environment is.
- Contribute ideas to initiatives or activities that make your neighbourhood more accessible.
- Contact Samen Toegankelijk Heerlen if you have questions or ideas.
Together we are making Heerlen more accessible, step by step.
Do you have an experience, question, idea or suggestion? Report an issue. We are happy to think along with you.
