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» AAMR - AAMR is an international association that promotes progressive policies, sound research, effective practices, and universal human rights for people with intellectual disabilities.




» Abilities Network - Organization dedicated to assisting individuals of all abilities and their families in achieving their personal goals and in reaching their maximum potential.




» American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry - Information to aid in the understanding and treatment of the developmental, behavioral, and mental disorders that affect children and adolescents.




» Association of University Centers on Disabilities - A network of interdisciplinary Centers advancing policy and practice for and with individuals with developmental and other disabilities, their families, and communities.




» Best Buddies - An international organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with mental retardation by providing opportunities for one-to-friendships.




» Blue Badge Network - Disability self-advocacy group in the United Kingdom. Much of the site is only available to paid members.




» British Council of Disabled People (BCODP) - Britain's national umbrella organization for groups controlled by people with disabilities.




» The Council on Quality and Leadership - Providing accreditation, monitoring, evaluation, training, and consultation to human service organizations. Publications, resources, conference information, news, research, service descriptions, and newsletters.




» Danny's Team - An all volunteer nonprofit organization devoted to aiding people with disabilities and who are also in need.




» Disability Organizations Network On-line Database - Lists organizations for joint projects, traineeships, study visits, international conferences, research projects, and funding.




» Disability Services Northeast Alberta - Group of 11 agencies across Northeastern Alberta supporting adults who may have delayed mental and social development. Provides a mission statement, career opportunities and service providers.




» Disability Support Pensioners Australia Inc. - Seeks to bring awareness of how vulnerable young pensioners are abused within society. Offers mission and description of efforts, petition, sponsors, and related links.




» Disabled Drivers' Motor Club - Nonprofit organization, offering help, advice and discounts to disabled drivers in the United Kingdom.




» Disabled Hellas - Produces and distributes information to empower Greeks with disabilities with the appropriate technical knowledge and skills to manage their needs and to reconstruct their lives. Collection of disability and rehabilitation related articles and books in Greek language.




» Easter Seals - Nonprofit, community-based health agency dedicated to helping children and adults with disabilities attain greater independence. Features news, information on services, volunteer and job opportunities.




» Enable Ireland - Action on Disability - Enable Ireland's role is to work to remove society's obstacles, together with, and on behalf of, people with physical disabilities. Enable Ireland works to enable people with physical disabilities to achieve maximum independence, choice and inclusion in their communities.




» Enable New Zealand - Providing information services, disability equipment, suppliers, as well as research and links to related web sites.




» Equal Ability Ltd - Providing consulting, training and other resources to organizations wishing to understand their responsibilities under the Disability Discrimination Act 1995.




» Ethel Louise Armstrong Foundation - Supports professional organizations that work with people with disabilities through grants and scholarships that further the goals of education, advocacy, leadership development, mentorship and the arts.




» Group for Solicitors with Disabilities - The Group for Solicitors with Disabilities (GSD) works to bring to the fore the abilities and aspirations of solicitors with disabilities.




» Inclusion - Building a more inclusive world for those with disabilities by helping to raise awareness of inclusion, recognizing exemplary inclusive efforts, providing technical assistance and linking individuals with/without disabilities.




» Interwork Institute - Focuses on promoting the integration of all individuals, including those with disabilities, into all aspects of education, work, family, and community life.




» Joni and Friends - Disability outreach of Joni Eareckson Tada. Statement of faith, description of the ministry and its programs, and an online store offering books, tapes, videos, and a VBS kit.




» Lernen Foerdern - German federal association for people with learning disabilities. [English, German]




» Lifeways - A United Kingdom national provider of individually tailored services, including supported living, respite and residential care, and community support, for adults with diverse and complex special needs or disabilities.




» Mobility International USA (MIUSA) - Empowers people with disabilities around the world through international exchange, information, technical assistance and training, and to ensure the inclusion of people with disabilities in international exchange and development programs.




» National Association of Societies for the Care of the Handicapped (NASCOH) - The umbrella body for organisations of and for people living with disabilities in Zimbabwe.




» National Benevolent Association - Provides care and services to abused and neglected children, older adults, people with developmental disabilities, and other persons in need. Division of Social and Health Services of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).




» NorthEast Passages - A program designed to improve access, independence, and quality of life for individuals with disabilities. Provide recreation possibilities that offer mastery over physical skills and provide a means to access sports and recreation and reduce stress.




» Orthotic and Prosthetic Assistance Fund, Inc. - Enables individuals with physical disabilities - especially those served by members of the orthotics and prosthetics community - to enjoy the rewards of personal achievement, physical fitness, and social interaction.




» Return 2 Work - Providing education training and placement to disabled Americans to allow them to return to work.




» Special Olympics - An international program of year-round sports training and athletic competition for more than one million children and adults with mental retardation.




» Washington PAVE - Parent-directed organization that exists to increase independence, empowerment, and future opportunities for consumers with special needs, their families and communities, through training, information, referral and support.




» Wheels for Humanity - Restores and distributes used wheelchairs at no cost to people who need them in places where wheelchairs are unattainable luxuries.




» Wheels of Love - Christian relief organization that provides items such as wheelchairs, walkers, canes, crutches, and bedside commodes.




» World Institute on Disability - Dedicated to promoting independence and societal inclusion of people with disabilities. Includes publications, programs and events.