Social accessibility

An approach to accessibility that recognises the role of social interactions, human help, and community practices in enabling access for people with disabilities, rather than focusing solely on technological or environmental modifications. Social accessibility encompasses help-seeking strategies, collaborative navigation, companion assistance, and community support networks. It challenges the assumption that independence through technology is the only valid form of access, acknowledging that interdependent, socially mediated access can be empowering when it respects the agency and preferences of disabled people.