Organisations
Organisations
Browse organisations working in disability and inclusive development
The Disabled People's Association (DPA) represents the disability community in Singapore, working to create a fairer society. They advocate for inclusion in all aspects of life, from education and employment to social integration. The organization also builds public awareness of disabilities and empowers individuals with disabilities to live independent lives.
SODIS - Sociedad y Discapacidad is a Peruvian NGO founded in 1997. It aims to promote inclusive societies where the rights of people with disabilities are fully guaranteed. The organization focuses on equality, non-discrimination, independent living, and legal capacity for individuals with disabilities.
Zveza GNS, or Zveza društev gluhih in naglušnih Slovenije, is an association of societies for the deaf and hard of hearing in Slovenia. They provide services such as counseling, courses in Slovenian sign language, and promote access to technical aids. The organization also focuses on preserving health and rehabilitation for individuals with hearing loss, alongside offering sports, recreation, and cultural activities.
ENUSP (European Network of (Ex-)Users and Survivors of Psychiatry) provides a platform for (ex-)users and survivors of psychiatric services across Europe to connect, support each other, and collectively address injustice and discrimination. The organization functions as a grassroots umbrella organization, uniting local and national groups to advocate for the rights and perspectives of individuals with lived experience of psychiatric services. ENUSP aims to create a Europe where all people are free to be themselves, valued equally and treated with dignity
The Hong Kong Sign Language Association (HKSLA) is a non-profit registered charitable organization founded in July 2008 by a group of hearing-impaired individuals dedicated to promoting sign language. Its purpose is to promote sign language education, train sign language service personnel, and create an accessible communication community in Hong Kong.
GlobalSkin.org is an organization focused on skin-related issues. It provides information about its vision, mission, collaborations, staff, partnerships, and activities. The organization also has a member community and conducts research.
Shynea Uganda is a Disability People's NGO based in Kampala, Uganda. It focuses on Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Awareness. The organization works with children and youths affected by spinabifida and Hydrocephalus and their caretakers, with a headquarters located in Mengo, Kampala.
First Peoples Disability Network Australia (FPDN) is a national human rights organisation for Australia's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders with disability, their families, and communities. The organization is governed by First Peoples with lived experience of disability and advocates for their rights and well-being. FPDN aims to address the disadvantage experienced by their people with disability and must be led by their people
Inclusion Australia is the national voice of people with intellectual disabilities and their families in Australia. They focus on advocacy, projects, and resources related to intellectual disability, aiming to promote inclusion and protect the rights of individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Acphes - Asociación Colombiana de Padres con Hijos Especiales, is an organization in Colombia. It is an association of parents with special children, it advocates for the rights of children, youth and adults with special needs.
The Ghana Society of the Physically Disabled- Accra is an organization in Ghana that advocates for and supports persons with physical disabilities. The organization aims to change societal perceptions about persons with disabilities.
The Japan Disability Forum (JDF) is an organization established in 2004, primarily by disability organizations, to promote the rights of people with disabilities. JDF focuses on promoting the rights of people with disabilities through various activities, including advocating for disability policies and promoting the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.
The Australia Alopecia Areata Foundation (AAAF) was founded in 2010. Its purpose is to improve the lives of people living with Alopecia Areata and their families. The website provides information, support resources, and programs for individuals affected by Alopecia Areata, as well as opportunities to get involved through donations, volunteering, and corporate partnerships.
The Association of Persons with Albinism in Malawi (APAM) is a non-profit organization based in Lilongwe, Malawi. It aims to defend the rights of people with albinism in Malawi under the umbrella body of the Federation of Disability Organization in Malawi (FEDOMA). The organization has a significant following on Facebook, indicating a strong community presence and engagement.
The organization is the 'Commission on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities named after K. Imanaliev'. It was created by graduates of the 'New Generation of Human Rights Defenders' program of the Soros Foundation Kazakhstan, citizens with disabilities of various categories, their legal representatives and concerned citizens. They aim to expand the rights of people with disabilities in Kazakhstan and the Central Asia region.
Deaf Women Included (DWI) is a grassroots organization founded in 2014 in Harare, Zimbabwe. It works with deaf women from across all provinces in Zimbabwe. The organization has a Facebook page with over 3,300 likes.
FECOLDIS, or the Colombian Federation of Disability, is an organization based in Colombia. It brings together organizations that work for the population with disabilities (PcD) in Colombia. It was founded in 2018 and currently has 592 likes on Facebook.
Hrvatski savez gluhoslijepih osoba 'Dodir' is an organization dedicated to supporting deafblind individuals. They offer courses in Croatian sign language, an online learning platform, and various publications related to deafblindness. They also run campaigns to promote an inclusive society.
Women With Disabilities Australia (WWDA) represents women, girls, and gender-diverse people with disabilities across Australia. The organization empowers them to live fulfilling lives by advocating for their rights, safety, and overall wellbeing. WWDA works to eliminate discrimination and violence, fostering an inclusive society where all can thrive.
Bald Girls Do Lunch Inc. is a non-profit organization committed to ending the stigma associated with women's hair loss due to alopecia. They provide a supportive community for women and girls with alopecia through meet-ups, resources, and advocacy efforts. The organization aims to empower and equip women with alopecia, helping them navigate their alopecia journey and live well.