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This project aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities, by promoting equal access to mobility solutions and addressing the needs of marginalized or underserved communities by
accomplishing an unprecedented feat—inviting a paralyzed boy with severe cerebral palsy to summit the highest peak in northeast Asia.
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles didn’t just create a story, it created change—mobilizing policy level discussions,inspiring the launch of Taiwan’s first accessible taxi fleet, turning a marginalized individual into symbol of courage, and embodying the brand's spirit of “Mobility for All” through action.

In Taiwan, there are over 120,000 individuals with profound physical or mental disabilities. Many of them are confined by societal pressures, making it difficult or undesirable for them to leave their homes frequently. Individuals with disabilities often face discrimination in public spaces due to involuntary behaviors, leading to judgmental stares and exclusionary treatment.
As a leading brand in welfare vehicles, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles embraces its brand philosophy of "Mobility for All," striving to achieve the societal goal of mobility equality. To this end, the team addressed the issue by collaborating with individuals with profound disabilities to accomplish an unprecedented feat, and ultimately raised public awareness, even drew attention from government sector.

We transformed this campaign into a documentary-style format. It premiered at a physical cinema accompanied by a press conference to generate the first wave of buzz. This was followed by a series of charity-driven screenings aimed at reaching a broader audience and amplifying public discourse. Finally, the documentary was released on OTT platforms and social media, further fueling widespread conversation and extending the campaign’s visibility over time.
This strategy enabled the campaign to spark broad societal discussion, eventually capturing the attention of both private enterprises and government institutions.

This campaign uniquely incorporates United Nations’ Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles’ corporate values and products, policy-level impact altogether.
1. Policy Level Influence
The success of this project even influenced real decision-making within Taiwanese government agencies. In March
2025, the first fully accessible taxi fleet was officially launched in Taiwan, a pioneering achievement in the industry. Currently, 50 accessible taxis are in operation, with plans to expand to 100 by year-end. This initiative was granted special approval by the government, marking a regulatory milestone.

2. Media Impact & Public Awareness
The campaign generated NT$66.5 million in ad value and reached 6.65 million people across media coverage, OTT platforms, and social media—equivalent to one-thirds of Taiwan’s total population. In addition to the premiere, over
2,000 people attended special public screenings held for social impact.

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CLIENT REVIEW

Super insightful creativity and determination, which all coming from a good heart for improving people’s life.

* Victor Ting
Client at Volkswagen Commercial Vehicle
22 Apr 2025

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