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Building Inclusive Arab Cities: Embedding Universal Accessibility in Urban Planning

Building Inclusive Arab Cities: Embedding Universal Accessibility in Urban Planning

28/07/2025

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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Focus of the Webinar

Focus of the webinar:

  • The role of universal design principles in shaping urban environments that are accessible and inclusive for everyone, including individuals with disabilities
  • Planning of transportation infrastructure and public spaces to achieve safe, equitable, and accessible mobility for all city residents
  • Implementation models from leading global cities in inclusive urban design
  • Showcasing professional tools and certifications, such as the ‘Sahl’ system and LEED framework, that support planners in implementing universal accessibility standards
The Presenter

Guest: Eng. Elie Ghoussoub

Eng. Elie Ghoussoub is the Director of Accessibility, Safety, and Inclusion Consulting at DASS. He holds a master’s degree and is a Certified Professional in Accessibility and Building Environment (CPABE-II). He is also a member of the UK’s National Register of Accessibility Consultants (NRAC). His current work includes leading initiatives to modernize Abu Dhabi’s building codes by integrating accessibility and universal design principles, as well as contributing to the development of the world’s first comprehensive accessibility rating system covering the entire lifecycle of buildings and facilities.

Guest: Eng. Elie Ghoussoub

Eng. Elie Ghoussoub is the Director of Accessibility, Safety, and Inclusion Consulting at DASS. He holds a master’s degree and is a Certified Professional in Accessibility and Building Environment (CPABE-II). He is also a member of the UK’s National Register of Accessibility Consultants (NRAC). His current work includes leading initiatives to modernize Abu Dhabi’s building codes by integrating accessibility and universal design principles, as well as contributing to the development of the world’s first comprehensive accessibility rating system covering the entire lifecycle of buildings and facilities.

Moderator: Dr. Abdullah Dhifallah

Urban researcher and expert in Saudi urban affairs, holds a PhD in urban planning from Sheffield University.

Moderator: Dr. Abdullah Dhifallah

Urban researcher and expert in Saudi urban affairs, holds a PhD in urban planning from Sheffield University.