AccessABILITY Expo kicks off tomorrow: The biggest event empowering people with disabilities in Romania

Bucharest, Romania – September 26, 2024

AccessABILITY Expo opens its doors tomorrow at the National Library of Romania in Bucharest. Running from September 27 to 29, the event is set to transform the landscape for people with disabilities in Romania, offering thousands of job opportunities, engaging workshops, immersive experiences, and inspirational speakers. AccessABILITY Expo is a FREE, must-attend event for all the stakeholders in the disability community – whether seeking employment, interested in technology, or passionate about inclusion. 

“AccessABILITY Expo is a unique platform where all stakeholders in the disability community – individuals, employers, professionals, authorities, and advocates – can come together in one place. This is an unparalleled opportunity to foster meaningful connections, share insights, and create real opportunities for people with disabilities. By bringing together key voices from across industries and sectors, we aim to build a more inclusive society, where talent is recognised and valued. Every interaction at this event is a step toward breaking down barriers and advancing inclusion,” Lestat Monroe, Vice President and Founder of the AccessABILITY Expo, said.

The event will bring together 20 inspirational speakers, 40 exhibitors, and thousands of people from the disability community.

Key moments at AccessABILITY Expo

• The ED&I job fair: Top employers from multiple industries ready to hire thousands of talented individuals with disabilities. Participating companies include Kaufland, Decathlon, Banca Transilvania, and many more. 
• Romanian Accessibility Awareness Day (RAAD) Conference: Leading voices will address accessibility challenges and workplace inclusion for the approximately 900,000 people with visible and invisible disabilities in Romania. 
• Inspirational workshops and panels: Leaders from across industries sharing ideas on disability inclusion, diversity, and empowerment. These sessions are designed to not only motivate but also equip companies of all sizes with actionable strategies.
• The Well-being Convention: Workshops tailored to both mental and physical health, specifically designed for people with disabilities. 
• TEDx Băneasa Limitless: Thought-provoking talks that push the boundaries of what’s possible. Experts from various fields will challenge perspectives on diversity, share their personal journeys, and offer fresh, inclusive visions for the future.
• ALT Portraits/Alternative Portraits art exhibition: An exhibition that reimagines diversity and inclusion through creative and unconventional portraits. These works of art challenge stereotypes and broaden the cultural narrative around disability.

All partners, supporters, and sponsors of the event are committed to fostering a future where everyone has a seat at the table.

The Main Partner of the event is Kaufland. AccessABILITY Expo 2024 is supported Ambasada Sustenabilității în România, Belgian Luxembourg Romanian Elite Business Women, British Embassy in Bucharest, Elite Business Women is a Business Club, Embassy of Belgium in Bucharest, French Embassy in Romania, French Institute in Romania, Moldovan Chamber of Commerce, National Authority for the Protection of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, Netherlands Romanian Chamber of Commerce, Norwegian Embassy, Romanian-Portuguese Chamber of Commerce, She is Mom, The Better Ist, US Embassy in Bucharest. Our strategic partners are the British Romanian Chamber of Commerce, Fit For Future, Motivation and TedX Baneasa.

The event is kindly sponsored by Banca Transilvania, Decathlon, Dentons, Exim Banca Românească, MyEcoBox.ro, NN and Raiffeisen Bank Romania. Our media partners are Profit.ro, News.ro, Business Review, GovNet, Jurnal Social, ejobs.ro, Nine O’Clock, RFI, StartUP, Itsy Bitsy, and Wall-Street.ro.

AccessABILITY Expo 2024 is designed to be accessible to everyone, featuring Braille materials, large-print formats, and facilities designed for all abilities. Activities are open to all ages, and the event is free to attend.

Event details

• Dates: September 27–29, 2024
• Location: National Library of Romania, Bucharest
• Registration: Free – Register here

About the Romanian Diversity Chamber of Commerce

The Romanian Diversity Chamber of Commerce (RDCC) is an organisation dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion in the Romanian business community. By bringing together local and multinational companies, the RDCC collaborates on initiatives that encompass awareness and education projects, development of organisational culture, ED&I training, certification and networking activities for the public and private sector, and their employees. As we engage with a diverse group of stakeholders, including women, LGBTQ+, Roma, disabled individuals, and other minority groups, alongside business leaders, the RDCC vision is to advocate for an equal, diverse and inclusive society for all. Learn more here: www.rdcc.ro

 AccessABILITY Expo begins tomorrow, and we look forward to seeing you there.

For press inquiries: RDCC Communications Team | pr@rdcc.ro