Volunteer Airdrie pushes local groups to boost accessibility
The nonprofit is urging Airdrie organizations to review their volunteer programs for barriers facing people with disabilities.
Why it matters
Greater accessibility in volunteer programs could open opportunities for more Airdrie residents with disabilities to contribute to local community organizations.
Volunteer Airdrie has called on local organizations to remove barriers that prevent people with disabilities from taking part in volunteer programs. The organization raised the issue during its recent annual general meeting, framing accessibility as a priority area for community groups going forward.
The group is encouraging Airdrie-based nonprofits and community organizations to examine their volunteer recruitment and program structures to identify obstacles that might exclude volunteers with disabilities.
Volunteer Airdrie did not detail specific policy changes or timelines in its announcement, but positioned the push as part of its broader mandate to support volunteerism across the city.
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