This felt too valuable not to share. Braille-labeled maps of washrooms to help people find and use facilities in the washroom. Everyone deserves to get in, do their business, wash their hands, and get out in peace and safety.

This seems valuable for all public spaces.

#Blind #Accessibility

@cargot_robbie As a blind man pointed out a couple of days ago, he'd have to feel all around all the walls to locate the signs first, before being able to read any Braille on them.

@anne_twain @cargot_robbie not all people who could benefit from such signage are 100% blind. The contrast between the white wall and the black sign with white markings is pretty good, making it easier to find.

(this is also why the dots are in a contrast color, to make them easier to find)

@raboof @cargot_robbie And the 100% blind people just dont matter?

@anne_twain There is no expectation for a single accessibility solution to be suitable for everyone. This is impossible, in fact

93% of people with sight loss have some vision.

Yes a multitude of access solutions need to be available to remove the barriers for everyone.

But accessibility isn't a search for one perfect thing and your line of argument isn't the "gotcha" that you think it is. It's just the same tired old line that often keeps any accessibility improvements from happening at all.

@bright_helpings @anne_twain Also if these signs became standard, people will know to look for them. I can't see to locate signs visually but when I get to a door I do check on either sign with my hands for signs. My method is I've taught my dog to target toilets with her nose so I can locate it without touching but like Erik says, we need diverse options because we are diverse.