This study analyzed the contributions of Para-Sports experiences in public spaces to fostering barrier-free mindset. Analysis of the questionnaire to the participants（ n = 759） proved the effect on fostering barrier-free mindset of the experience sessions. It became clear that growing interest in para-sports had a strong influence on fostering barrier-free mindset, that the evaluation of the venue also had a certain indirect effect, and that the para-sports experience was highly effective for the groups who are indifferent to disabilities. These results confirm that the Para-Sports experiences in public spaces have a certain effect in fostering barrier-free mindset.

The purpose of this study was to clarify the issues, points of contention, and logic in the deliberations regarding certified social worker in the Japanese Diet. The research method used was the thematic analysis method, which is a qualitative research method, in order to pick up even small issues. As a result, I found 1044 labels, 461 codes, 183 categories, and 32 issues. As for points of contention, I found 9 points such as “independent qualification of mental health welfare workers” and others. As for the changes in logic, I found distinctive changes in three issues: “Enactment and amendment of Certified Social Worker and Certified Care Worker Act”, “Professionality of certified social worker” and “Securing human resources”. Future tasks include expanding the scope of research to analyze documents from the government and to examine the professional nature of certified social workers.

Based on the results of a questionnaire survey of hearing-impaired people to understand the places and situations in their daily lives where they often experience difficulty in responding, we developed a communication support site for hearing-impaired people to respond by pointing to the screen. The site can be used mainly in the ways like 1) responding to visitors at home, 2) responding at stores and transportation facilities, and 3) responding in emergencies when they are unwell or in trouble. The users can respond by selecting and presenting the letters and pictograms displayed on the screen and inputting letters. And we have made improvements to this site based on opinions collected regarding the ease of understanding and usability of this site. It is expected to contribute to the improvement of communication support for hearing-impaired people.

In this study, we conducted a questionnaire survey focusing on the effects of agriculture-welfare collaboration activities on persons with disabilities, their support staff, and other individuals involved in these activities. The collaboration activities not only enhanced the physical strength and enthusiasm of disabled persons but also may have had certain effects on the support staff, such as making them realize the importance of cooperation and collaboration. The results showed that disabled persons have become more inclined towards outdoor activities in their daily lives and that the support staff achieved a sense of contribution to society through collaboration with the local community. These findings demonstrate that both groups have gained confidence and joy from interacting with diverse people through these activities. Agriculture-welfare collaboration acts as a community that unites individuals from various backgrounds, and the function can be maximized when each individual works together.