Get to know the Purple Vest Accessible Emergency Solutions Badge
People all over the world can find themselves facing an emergency – whether it happens because of climate change, natural causes or man caused events such as terror, fire or war. For people with disabilities and the elderly the generic solutions assisting the general public in such challenging times, are usually not sufficient.
The Purple Vest Mission is proud to present the Purple Vest badge, which include initiatives that contribute to accessibility in emergencies, whether they were specifically designed for this purpose or simply achieve it in practice. Our role is to amplify these solutions, share them globally, and empower people with disabilities and older adults, as well as decision-makers and leaders, to adopt and implement them
To be considered for the Purple Vest ES Badge, a solution must meet all of the following criteria
1.Be a product or technologythat can provide support to people with disabilities and/or older adults in times of emergency
2.Be intended for at least one disability group or older adult
3.Be accessible in practice
to the target population it serves
4.Be an existing and available solution,ready for real-world use
5.Be scalable and implementable in additional countries,beyond its country of origin
Be a product or technology
that can provide support to people with disabilities and/or older adults in times of emergency
Be intended for at least one disability group or older adult
Be accessible in practice
to the target population it serves
Be an existing and available solution,
ready for real-world use
Be scalable and implementable in additional countries,
beyond its country of origin
Solutions that qualify for the Purple Vest (PV) Badge will be awarded both a certificate and a badge to showcase on materials and social media. They will also gain international exposure through the PV website, global channels, partner networks, and events worldwide.
To showcase on products, websites, and marketing materials
Highlight your commitment to innovation and social impact.
Recognition as a leader in accessible emergency solutions for people with disabilities and older adults.
Entry into a global ecosystem of inclusive emergency technologies, opening doors for collaboration, visibility, and growth.
We invite innovators, companies, startups, and organizations to submit their candidacy and join the global movement for accessible emergency preparedness.
Together, we can ensure that no one is left behind in times of emergency.
