# Accessibility and inclusion initiatives in Poland > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/accessibility-and-inclusion-initiatives-in-poland > Updated: 2026-09-15T15:11:57.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2. Efforts to improve accessibility and inclusion for people with disabilities in Poland have progressed through various international and domestic recognition programs. In late August 2026, Polish local governments were encouraged to apply for the European Commission’s 2027 Access City Award, which evaluates urban environments on criteria such as public transport and digital communication. Concurrently, the Powitalnik initiative, led by the Mudita Association, reached the final stages of the Zero Project Awards 2027, transitioning from a parental guide into a broader support program. By mid-September 2026, domestic recognition continued with the conclusion of the 11th Accessibility Leader architectural and urban competition. During a gala at the Presidential Palace, awards were presented for excellence in universal design. Notable recipients included the University of Warsaw’s Faculty of Psychology building in the ‘Large Public Utility Object’ category and the Stodoła Culture Center in Zamarki in the ‘Small Public Utility Object’ category. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-15: Accessibility Leader awards presented at the Presidential Palace The 11th ‘Accessibility Leader’ awards were presented at the Presidential Palace, honoring the University of Warsaw’s Faculty of Psychology and the Stodoła Culture Center for excellence in universal design. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/accessibility-leader-awards-presented-at-the-presidential-palace ### 2026-08-25: Accessibility initiatives gain momentum in Poland through EU and international awards Polish municipalities can apply for the EU's Access City Award 2027, while the Mudita Association's Powitalnik initiative has reached the final stage of the international Zero Project Awards. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/accessibility-initiatives-gain-momentum-in-poland-through-eu-and-international-awards --- Cite as: Accessibility and inclusion initiatives in Poland. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/accessibility-and-inclusion-initiatives-in-poland