Do London Differently podcast
Ep. 29 Accessible Means Reachable
This episode asks a deceptively simple question: who can actually get here? Hounslow Ranger Tarek Mrad is using his Ranger role to push for accessibility that’s real, not rhetorical. From uneven paths to missing step-free routes, Tarek explains why “nature for everyone” only counts if everyone can reach it, and why the biggest barrier often starts long before a park gate, at the bus stop.
Tarek Mrad on Disability, Transport and Nature in Hounslow
We talk about the hidden logistics of inclusion, the struggle to find reliable accessible transport, and what his survey revealed about daily barriers across the borough. But this is not only a story of obstacles. It’s about what changes when you design with access in mind, and people are finally able to participate fully. Tarek shares the impact of his first event, the momentum it’s created, and his ambitions for more accessibility-focused sessions that include transport, plus a monthly group where disabled people can keep these issues visible, heard, and acted on.
See Tarek’s Project Accessibility to Nature
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