Organization
Barbados Council for the Disabled(BCD)
Founded in 1976, the Barbados Council for the Disabled is the national non-governmental umbrella body championing the rights and full social integration of persons with disabilities in Barbados. It provides accessible transportation, beach wheelchair loans, sign language interpretation, braille translation, and property accessibility assessments.
About
The Barbados Council for the Disabled (BCD) has been the leading disability advocacy organisation in Barbados since its founding in 1976. As the national umbrella NGO, BCD partners with community sectors, government, and international agencies to create a barrier-free environment and ensure persons with disabilities are fully integrated into Barbadian society.
What They Do
BCD provides a wide range of practical support services, including accessible transportation, beach wheelchair loans, sign language interpretation, braille translation, and property accessibility assessments. The council also advocates for disability-inclusive policy, raises public awareness about the rights of disabled persons, and assists visiting tourists with disabilities who travel to Barbados.
Who They Serve
BCD serves persons with all types of disabilities in Barbados — residents and visitors alike — as well as the families, caregivers, and community members who support them. Its umbrella structure means it connects individuals with a wide range of member organisations across the island.
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