PANAJI
As part of GIM’s ‘Give Goa’ initiative, the students of GIM have undertaken a detailed audit of several public utility projects in Goa from the prism of disability. The study has been commissioned by Confederation of Indian Industry (CII).
How accessible are Goa’s ATMs and public bus stands for disabled persons? Is it difficult for disabled persons in Goa to access government websites and what is the scope of employability for disabled persons in government and private sectors in the state? Guided by the faculty, GIM students will address these public interest issues related to disability during a formal presentation on March 17 at 9.30 am at the Institute’s campus in Sanquelim.
This ‘Give Goa’ initiative aims to promote social responsibility among the students of GIM through service to the less privileged communities, thereby contributing to the goal of a more inclusive society.
The students have been divided into groups with each group working on various spheres of society where accessibility can be improved.
Give Goa’s Four Accessibility Audit Projects this year are ATM Accessibility “ Prof V Padmanabhan - The project audits ATM centers in rural and urban areas from the perspective of accessibility for disabled persons. Accessibility at Bus Stands - Prof Mantasha Firoz - The project audits major public (government) bus stands from the perspective of accessibility for disabled persons. Accessibility of Government Websites - Prof Arpita Amarnani - The project audits Goa Government websites to gauge ease of access for persons with disability and provides suggestions for improvement of such portals. Accessibility vis a vis Employment - Prof Kingshuk Sarkar - The project audits the employability of persons with disability in the government and private sector.
