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Barriers to Accessibility and Inclusion: Lived Experiences of People with Physical Disabilities in Bangladesh S.M Yeamim Liban Wahid bin Ahsan Bangladesh design sector client-designer collaboration design challenges design industry design methodologies design practices designers in Bangladesh hcd Human-centered Design Professional Development Qualitative Study This study investigates the lived experiences and societal interactions of individuals with physical disabilities in Bangladesh. Through qualitative interviews with 14 participants, including individuals with physical disabilities, their parents, and officials, the research explores the challenges faced in daily life, societal attitudes, and the effectiveness of existing support systems. Findings reveal significant barriers in accessibility, prevalent discrimination, and inadequate policy implementation, all impacting the quality of life and social inclusion of these individuals. The study underscores the urgent need for targeted interventions and policy enhancements to improve accessibility, employment opportunities, educational support, and public awareness in Bangladesh. Recommendations include promoting inclusion and diversity, enhancing public infrastructure, ensuring equal opportunities in employment and education, developing specialized vocational training, establishing accessible financial support systems, and increasing public understanding of disabilities. Userhub Userhub Journal 2024-06-14 info:eu-repo/semantics/article application/pdf https://doi.org/10.58947/DWPF-GBNS https://userhub.com.bd/publications/barriers-accessibility-inclusion-lived-experiences-bangladesh/ info:eu-repo/semantics/openAccess https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://userhub.com.bd/download/report/barriers-to-accessibility-and-inclusion-lived-experiences-bangladesh.pdf en