DiSA Services
Welcome to the DiSA Services page, which serves as a One-Stop Access Solution to empower persons with disabilities by providing both Easy Access to information and services that promote Access to the Built and digital environment.
DiSA curates and delivers universal access services and accurate, accessible, and up-to-date information across key areas which include health, education, employment, sport, assistive devices, and accessible travel.
By offering detailed guidelines, expert consultations, awareness campaigns, and collaborating with various access professionals, DiSA supports individuals and families, while encouraging companies to break down barriers and create inclusive, equitable environments throughout South Africa.
Thereby helping to unlock the full potential of people with disabilities!
As a quick guide for navigation, please use the list to the right to find quick links to services that we provide, or continue reading below.
What Are You Looking For?
4-Pillar Access Solution
One-Stop Access Solution Unpacked
1. Information Desk
– Advertise Products and Services that you provide
– Looking for Products, services or support?
2. Yes to Access – Complaints Platform
– Lay a complaint about lack of access or discrimination?
3. Accessible Cities Project Management
i. Looking to improve access – Our UA Consultants have the expertise to assist.
ii. Disability Awareness & Sensitisation Training
4. DiSA News Media (DNN)
i. Motivational Speaker for a special occasion?
ii. Awareness Videos, Interviews, Animation & Cartoons.
iii. Accessibility Toolkit: – Access Solutions & Life Hacks
Meet the DiSA Team – Alan and Igor
4-Pillar Access Solution
Through our 4 Pillar Platform that we provide, we Inform people with disabilities, who or what is available to assist them,
Identify and Address barriers to access and Inspire, Educate, Entertain and Empower people with disabilities to be the best that they can be.
One-Stop Access Solution Unpacked
Through these 4 pillars, DiSA now provides the following services below, under a One-Stop Access Solution for persons with Disabilities.
This includes Easy Access to information and advocating and providing services to insure access to the built and digital environment.
1. Information Website and Contact Centre
Disability Info South Africa (DiSA) offers a dedicated information website that serves as a one-stop resource for disability-related support and solutions. The platform not only provides up to date information covering all aspects of disabilities, but also connects individuals to relevant services, products, and organisations across South Africa and provides a Contact Centre for one-on-one support.
DiSA also facilitates Advertising and Product or Service Referrals, helping businesses and service providers reach their target audience while ensuring people with disabilities access high-quality, tailored solutions to suit their needs.
This service promotes inclusion and accessibility while bridging the gaps in information and resources.
2. Yes to Access – Complaints and Reporting Platform
Disability Info South Africa (DiSA) offers a Complaints and Reporting Platform to empower individuals with disabilities and their families by Educating them of their rights and addressing issues of discrimination, or referring them onto relevant parties.
This platform gives users the tool to report challenges they encounter in accessing public or private services and facilities.
DiSA collaborates with relevant stakeholders to resolve these issues, where possible and advocating for greater inclusivity, compliance with disability rights, and improved accessibility standards across South Africa.
3. Accessible Cities Project Management
DiSA spearheads their Accessible Cities Project Management, working alongside Access Warriors and other specialists, they aim to transform companies, educational facilities and communities into inclusive, accessible spaces.
This initiative focuses on changing attitudes, creating awareness, developing policies and identifying and addressing barriers in infrastructure, services, and public spaces, to ensure compliance with accessibility standards.
By leveraging expertise in access consultancy, disability advocacy and a variety of other specialists, DiSA facilitates sustainable, practical solutions to remove barriers and change cities one company at a time. – Creating environments where everyone can thrive!
Accessibility Audits, Reporting and Implementation Plans
Disability Info South Africa (DiSA) offers Accessibility Audits, Reporting and Implementation Plans through Igor Rix, a qualified access consultant and co-founder of Disability Info South Africa (DiSA).
Igor Rix specialises in conducting Accessibility Audits and providing detailed reports on barriers within physical spaces and services.
He develops practical Implementation Plans to address these challenges, ensuring compliance with both national accessibility standards and international best practices. Thereby fostering inclusivity for all individuals to fully participate and contribute to society in a meaningful way.
disability Awareness and Sensitisation Training
DiSA provides Disability Conscious Training (Awareness and Sensitisation Training) to transform workplace culture, improve accessibility, and open the door to inclusion.
Tailored to your company needs this training is delivered in collaboration with Access Warriors (disability specialists) and equips organisations, businesses, and communities with the knowledge and tools they require to create inclusive environments within the workplace.
The training leverages the vast resources draws on over 30 years of lived experience of DiSA’s Executive Director, Alan Downey, as well as the extensive access consultancy expertise of co-founding director Igor Rix, a qualified access consultant.
This unique combination ensures practical insights, expert guidance, and actionable strategies to help participants promote accessibility, inclusion, and disability rights within their company.
4. DiSA News Network (DNN) – News and Media
Our DISA’s News Network (DNN) – News and Media Platform goes beyond just providing news about what we do.
It aims to Inspire, Educate, Entertain and Empower people with disabilities to be the best that they can be!
Via our Awareness and Educational Videos, Motivational Talks, Cartoons, Interviews, Blogs, Newsletter and Social Media Platforms, as well as our Accessible Toolkit which is coming soon, we aim to provide a comprehensive Empowerment Tool!
Motivational Speaking – Alan Downey
Disability Info South Africa (DiSA) through Alan Downey offers both in-person and on-line Motivational Speaking for companies and organisations within South Africa.
Alan Downey, co-founder of Disability Info South Africa (DiSA), delivers Motivational Speaking engagements that inspire and empower audiences in different fields. Drawing from his personal journey as a quadriplegic of over 30 years and his work in disability advocacy and the information sector, Alan shares insights on overcoming challenges, embracing resilience, and focusing on possibilities.
His talks aim to not only motivate companies to shift mindsets and break down barriers to foster inclusion but also inspire and empower individuals with disabilities to be the best that they can be.
Educational Awareness Videos, Interviews and Cartoons
Alan Downey, from Disability Info South Africa (DiSA), produces Educational and Awareness Videos, Interviews, and Awareness Cartoons to promote inclusivity and understanding disability.
These creative and engaging resources address key topics related to disability, accessibility, assistive devices, sport, advocacy and other important disability related topics to foster awareness and empower individuals and organisations to face barriers head on and act toward a more inclusive society.
Alan has produced a large number of videos over the years for various companies, organisatons and educational facilities.
8. Accessibility Toolkit
DiSA is currently developing an extensive Accessibility Toolkit designed to enable individuals with disabilities to reach their full potential.
The DiSA Accessibility Toolkit acts as a practical resource, featuring concise educational videos alongside more than 200 resource pages available through the DiSA Information Desk. These videos address a broad spectrum of accessibility solutions, presented in clear and customizable packages to suit the needs of individuals, organisations, or employees.
Whether it’s adapting a workspace for an employee with a disability, modifying a home for greater accessibility, or understanding how to use assistive devices and technology effectively, the toolkit offers real-world solutions tailored to the South African context. – With the DiSA Accessibility Toolkit, empowerment is just a click away!
Meet the DiSA Team
How can we help you?
At Disability Info South Africa (DiSA), we are committed to provide a One-Stop Access Solution to create a more inclusive society.
Guidance & Support
We provide personalised guidance and practical support to help individuals with disabilities navigate accessibility challenges and available resources in South Africa.
Accessibility Audits
Be part of the solution not part of the problem. Get a professional Accessibility Audits to assess report, and recommend improvements for creating inclusive, barrier-free environments.
Disability Awareness Training
Do you employ persons with disabilities? DiSA provides Disability Awareness Training to educate and empower businesses, staff, management and communities to foster inclusive, respectful, and accessible working environments.
Advocacy & Resources
Do you have a problem? Contact DiSA, we connect individuals with the right legislation and support networks to help them on their journey.
Looking for a Motivational Speaker?
In person or on-line, we can assist you directly, or refer you to people disabilities that specialise in other areas and can assist.
Get in touch with us today!
Access the Disability Market
Look no further! Advertise with us today and become part of our community!
Together, we can create a world where independence has no limits!
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Simplified Summary
This page explains how we help people with disabilities. Our website offers an information desk, training, services to make businesses more accessible, motivational talks, and educational videos.