Our approach
We believe in a fair and inclusive world, where everyone can live as they choose. Our work has an impact on individuals, the public, organisations, and at national and global levels in order to reach this goal.
Impact for individuals
Our aims
- Disabled people feel respected, valued and safe, choose where and how they live, and participate freely in social and leisure activities.
- People achieve improved learning outcomes, their aspirations for work, and financial control.
- People can optimise their health and wellbeing.
Our actions
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We work with families and communities to be inclusive.
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We address additional barriers faced by girls and women.
How we're planning to impact individuals
Impact on organisations and the public
Our aims
- The public adopts inclusive behaviours towards people with disabilities.
- Communities are fully accessible – including homes, public spaces and transport.
- Education providers and employers enable full participation.
- Technology, products and services are designed to be inclusive.
Our actions
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We champion rights, promote inclusive behaviours and challenge discrimination.
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We campaign and use our influence to increase access to education, employment, transport and buildings.
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We work with organisations to foster inclusive practices.
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We promote inclusive innovation in technology, products and services.
How we're planning to impact organisations
Impact globally and nationally
Our aims
- Full implementation of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.
- Laws enable individuals to live, learn and work as they choose.
- Resources are allocated to ensure policies are delivered in practice.
Our actions
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We advocate for disability rights with, and build the capacity of, individuals and Disabled People’s Organisations (DPOs).
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We conduct research and generate evidence to create persuasive insight.