Help the disabled to enjoy events too

I visited the River Hongbao recently with my family to soak in the festivities.

While I enjoyed the beautiful floats and games, I could not help thinking that, for individuals with physical disabilities, accessing the River Hongbao is almost impossible, given the huge crowd.

I hope the organisers can consider opening up special dates exclusively for those with disabilities.

As a multiracial society, Singapore holds events like the River Hongbao and Hari Raya Bazaar to mark cultural festivals.

Hopefully, those with disabilities will be able to participate too.

Jacelyn Chia Yee Fang, 20,

Polytechnic Year 3 student

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Straits Times on February 15, 2017, with the headline Help the disabled to enjoy events too. Subscribe