Transport for Wales launches film to help people access public transport
Transport for Wales launches film to help people access public transport
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Transport for Wales (TfW) has launched a new short film aimed at helping people gain confidence using public transport and removing barriers to travel.
Premiered in Penarth, the film was produced in partnership with Innovate Trust and highlights the challenges disabled people may face when using public transport, as well as how participants have developed new skills to overcome them.
The project forms part of the ‘Confident Traveller’ initiative, which is available to third sector organisations supporting people who may lack confidence when travelling.
Its goal is to promote personal health and wellbeing, reduce social isolation, and encourage greater use of public transport to improve quality of life.
Clare Harries, Community Rail Ambassador at Transport for Wales, said: “The public transport network can open up opportunities for people and this project allows us to remove any barriers people face and make it more accessible for all.
“The aim of the film is to demonstrate the support that is available to people wishing to travel by train and it’s been great to work with Innovate Trust to help provide the confidence people need to access public transport.”
Mared Hughes, Project Officer for Innovate Trust, added: “Using public transport can be overwhelming for people with learning disabilities.
“Working with Transport for Wales on the Confidence to Travel Scheme has helped individuals from Innovate Trust gain confidence and independence.”
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