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CAFE is supported by the UEFA and is working closely with its 54 associations to improve access in European football stadia.

CAFE 'Proof of Disability' research project: Final report announced

EPAS logoTo mark the International Day of Disabled People 2013, CAFE are delighted to announce the findings of our recent European 'Proof of Disability' project, which was funded by the Enlarged Partial Agreement on Sport (EPAS), Council of Europe.

Most significantly, 84% of disabled people agreed that that they would prefer a standardised European disabled persons ID card to assist the purchase of disabled fans tickets. In addition, 70% of the participants would prefer equal facilities to cheaper tickets. This became even more compelling when comparing 'disability groups' with 73% of wheelchair users and 80% of people with mental ill health preferring equal facilities rather than cheaper tickets.

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International Day of Disabled People 2013 - “Break Barriers, Open Doors: for an inclusive society and development for all”

Around the world, more than 1 billion disabled people (15% of the world's population - the world’s largest and most disadvantaged group) face physical, social, economic and attitudinal barriers that exclude them from participating fully and effectively as equal members of society. They are disproportionately represented among the world’s poorest, and lack equal access to basic resources, such as education, employment, healthcare, sports and cultural life.

In spite of this situation, access and inclusion has remained largely invisible in the mainstream development agenda and its processes.

The CAFE team are taking part in a number of events to celebrate the International Day of Disabled People.

  • In Poland, CAFE and the Football Polish League to sign a Memorandum of Understanding
  • In Ukraine, there will be a disabled fans tour of the Olympskiy Stadium in Kiev
  • In Holland, a meeting with the KNVB, CAFE and disabled fans groups representatives to establish a national disabled supporters association.

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EDF urges the European Commission to adopt a proposal for the European Accessibility Act

On 11 November, representatives of the European Disability Forum (EDF) met with Viviane Reding, the Vice President of the European Commission to discuss the state of play in the preparation of the European Accessibility Act.

CAFE would also welcome a European Accessibility Act.

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Negative experiences of 'accessible' air travel becoming the norm

Projects and Fan Liaison Manager Mike Rice has posted a blog on the CAFE website regarding accessible air travel and some of his major concerns.

We would really like to hear your thoughts and experiences on accessible air travel - you can email Mike directly at michael@cafefootball.eu or tweet @cafefootball.

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CAFE meets with Morgan Parry

Morgan ParryThe CAFE team based in the Head Office recently met with Morgan Parry, a young disabled Bolton Wanderers supporter.

Morgan attends all of his side's matches, and is looking to embark on a career working within football.

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News in brief

 

Disabled fans stories and stadium comments

Disabled fans comments on a stadium that they have visited can be really useful for other supporters. The CAFE website allows for fans to send their feedback, both positive and negative, as well as any photos of stadiums that they have been to.

It is easy to leave your comments and feedback for stadiums that you have visited.

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Could you be a CAFE roving reporter?

Do you regularly attend football matches either as or with a disabled supporter?

We are looking to add to our group of roving reporters, publishing your accounts of attending football matches across Europe. It isn't a huge commitment, and your reports could prove to be really helpful for other disabled supporters who will be attending those stadiums in the future.

If you would like more information about becoming a CAFE roving reporter, please feel free to email us at info@cafefootball.eu.

This month we have received a roving report from a disabled supporter who attended the 2013 UEFA Europa League Final. Read more.

 

Access for All - UEFA and CAFE Good Practice Guide to Creating an Accessible Stadium and Matchday Experience

'Access for All' - The UEFA and CAFE Good Practice Guide to Creating an Accessible Stadium and Matchday Experience - is now available via the CAFE website in 13 European languages.

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Add your voice to the Club CAFE network

At our September 2011 conference we launched the Club CAFE network. Club CAFE exists to bring like-minded people together to work towards our goal of Total Football, Total Access.

For more information on how to add your voice to the Club CAFE network, Read more.

 


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