Making transportation accessible for all
“The only future worth building includes everyone.”
– Pope Francis
Approximately one billion people in the world have some form of disability.
Disabilities can make it challenging to access transportation, which is usually a requirement for employment, education, healthcare, and a high quality of life.
The Merlin Prize
Thank you everyone who participated in the Merlin Prize!
The Prize has concluded, and three winners were chosen.
“We need to identify new ways to provide more efficient, affordable and accessible transportation services for people with disabilities, older adults and other underserved communities."
- US Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao, in announcing the USDOT Inclusive Design Challenge