published in sb 2/2024
The importance of inclusivity and accessibility for sports facilities is growing rapidly during the past few years. This growth is well-fed not only by impressive achievements of the Paralympic sports movement and significantly increased interest to the female sport, but also by the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, adopted by all United Nations members in 2015, in which inclusive design affects six categories, including Economic Impact, Future Proofing, Health and Wellness, Social Impact, Equality and Equity and Opportunity.
On the back of the two Australian sports venues Brisbane Lions Brighton Homes Arena and The Home of the Matildas, Populous Senior Associate Dr Irina Akhmanova describes the impact of the integration of female sports in day-to-day life of the elite and community sports societies, showing the commercial and social benefits from this integration.
Author: Dr Irina Akhmanova, Senior Associate, Populous Singapore
Photo: Populous
