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  • 28/08/2021

Open to All: A Survey on Accessibility for Persons with Disabilities in Nepal's Hotels

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In early 2021, IFC collaborated with the Society of Economic Journalists — Nepal and the National Federation of the Disabled — Nepal to carry out a survey to explore the preparedness of Nepal’s hotels in catering to people with disabilities.

Cover page of report with Nepalese woman wearing floral dress and red facemask in wheelchairPhoto: Cover page of Report by International Finance Corporation (IFC).

In early 2021, IFC collaborated with the Society of Economic Journalists — Nepal and the National Federation of the Disabled — Nepal to carry out a survey to explore the preparedness of 90 Nepalese hotels in catering to people with disabilities. The survey addressed a number of questions, including:

  • What do business owners and staff think about accessibility?
  • What infrastructural features or initiatives are already in place?
  • What are the key barriers?

This report shares the findings of the study and recommends actions for the government, the tourism industry, and donor agencies.

It shows that a move towards universal accessibility and accessible tourism will only be possible with combined efforts from the government, the private sector, and donor agencies.

Download the report from the IFC website.