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Top of Escalator Blocked in Philly
1media/Top of Escalator in Philly AH_thumb.jpg2024-05-15T17:31:50-07:00Alexandra Haineseb7e5ce90106b617364a4c5ae43dbfa9caacb28b445451Top of escalator blocked off by a white wall.plain2024-05-15T17:31:50-07:00Alexandra Haineseb7e5ce90106b617364a4c5ae43dbfa9caacb28b
At Concourse Dance Bar in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, an escalator was inexplicably barricaded at both ends. This seemed to be by the construction of physical walls. This situation creates a substantial barrier to both mobility and accessibility for all individuals, regardless of their abilities. It poses a particular challenge for people with disabilities who may rely on the escalator for movement. Next to the blocked escalator, there is a flight of stairs with no signs guiding people to alternative routes, severely limiting their mobility options and limiting their full participation in this venue. This not only raises safety concerns but it shows a significant failure of inclusiveness within society. By neglecting to consider the diverse needs of people within this space, the venue fails in its responsibility to provide equal access to all people. It is essential to recognize that accessibility goes beyond transportation, sidewalks and entry doors. If someone is able to navigate all of those things but then cannot enter both floors in the venue, we are failing people. No individual should face marginalization when seeking access to services or spaces.
