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Qatar aims to deliver outstanding World Cup experience for people with disabilities  24 May 2021 - 18:51 The Peninsula Fans with disabilities will be provided access to a range of digital content as Qatar aims to make the next FIFA World Cup accessible to as many people as possible. The Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy (SC) works closely with local organisations to ensure content on its website, mobile apps and digital documents can be enjoyed by all fans, irrespective of their accessibility needs. The SC’s Accessibility Forum – comprised of people from across Qatar’s disabil...

Fans with disabilities will be provided access to a range of digital content as Qatar aims to make the next FIFA World Cup accessible to as many people as possible. The Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy (SC) works closely with local organizations to ensure content on its website, mobile apps and digital documents can be enjoyed by all fans, irrespective of their accessibility needs. The SC’s Accessibility Forum – comprised of people from across Qatar’s disability community – has proved vital in supporting efforts to deliver the most accessible World Cup in tournament history. �...

Members of SC Accessibility Forum visit FIFA World Cup venue Al Bayt Stadium  15 Mar 2021 - 9:40 The Peninsula Doha: Members of the Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy’s (SC) Accessibility Forum recently conducted an audit of Al Bayt Stadium, one of eight tournament venues set to host matches during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.  People with disabilities tested a range of the venue’s accessibility features, including designated parking, wheelchair-accessible seating, Braille signage, bathrooms, and lowered countertops at concession stands. Forum member Ahmed Al Shahrani, a wheelc...

 11 Mar 2021 - 10:48 Dedicated accessible seating will be allocated for fans with limited mobility at all stadiums. The Peninsula Doha: The Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy (SC) recently participated in the 46th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC). Bodour Al Meer, the SC’s Sustainability Director, took part in a panel discussion that focused on the rights of people with disabilities to have equitable access to sports activities, facilities, and events. The two-hour session was chaired by the President of the UNHRC H E Nazhat Shameem Khan. It included a serie...

His passion for the club has not been hindered by the fact he is blind FIFA Club World Cup gave him opportunity to attend his first Al Ahly match Ikrami Ahmad has been a supporter of Egyptian giants Al Ahly SC for as long as he can remember. When he was growing up in Menoufiya, 80 kilometres from Cairo, the Red Devils boasted a golden generation of talent – including Mohamed Aboutrika, widely regarded as one of the greatest African players of all time. They also won a bucket load of honours, including several CAF Champions League titles. Over the years, Ikrami has developed a deep love for ...