“May I Have A Seat Please” Initiative Uses Stickers To Identify MRT & Bus Commuters With Medical Conditions
Getting a seat on MRTs or buses can be a challenging task, especially during peak hours.
While this might not be a problem for most, individuals suffering from medical conditions might find it a challenge.
To combat this, the Land Transport Authority (LTA) started an initiative in 2019 where commuters who require a seat can get a yellow sticker indicating so.
Now, care groups are seeking more designs for this initiative.
Stickers helped MRT commuters with medical conditions
On Friday (19 Feb), Transport Minister Ong Ye Kung shared about the “May I Have A Seat Please” project.
An initiative by LTA, Mr Ong said that many commuters who have used the yellow sticker identifier have feedbacked that they’re helpful.
At times, it even facilitated conversations that helped other commuters learn more about the various ‘invisible’ medical conditions.
The initiative first launched 2 years ago in Oct 2019. Since then, LTA has received suggestions that the identifier can also come in the form of reusable lanyards as well.
Care Groups Holding Competition For New Identifiers
In a bid to gather more suggestions and ideas for the initiative, care groups Movement of Inclusivity (MOI) and Caring SG Commuters Committee (CCC) are now holding an art competition.
Titled “Art For Inclusivity”, the competition seeks out artworks that will contribute to the design of the new identifier.
Here’s a look at the current yellow sticker identifier:
This design competition is held from now till 25 Feb and is only open to individuals with disabilities or those with special needs.
The competition theme “Who Am I?” also encourages participants to share their personal stories through their works.
All submissions must be original and done on A3-sized paper.
The best 5 submissions will receive $200 worth of NTUC vouchers. For more details, refer to MOI’s Facebook page here.
Participate and contribute to a meaningful initiative
We’re heartened by this inclusive initiative, helping those with less-visible medical conditions have more pleasant MRT and bus rides.
Though the competition is only open to individuals with disabilities and those with special needs, others may also wish to contact LTA or the care groups if they have any feedback too.
Have you seen these sticker identifiers before during your MRT or bus rides? Share your experiences in the comments down below.
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