Organization
Colombian Federation of Associations of Persons with Physical Disability(FECODIF)
FECODIF is Colombia's national federation for persons with physical disabilities, founded in 2003. It serves as the collective national voice before government, offering empowerment programmes, employment connections, legal advocacy, and adapted sports through a network of local and departmental member associations.
About
FECODIF (Federación Colombiana de Asociaciones de Personas con Discapacidad Física) is a private non-profit corporation established in 2003 in Bogotá, Colombia, to coordinate associations and organisations of persons with physical disabilities at municipal, departmental, and regional level.
What They Do
FECODIF advocates for public policies and fair legislation for people with physical disabilities; connects members with employment opportunities and inclusive tourism programmes; provides legal advice and support groups; and promotes adapted sports and recreational activities as tools for inclusion and rehabilitation. The federation represents members' interests before government ministries and the Colombian Paralympic Committee.
Who They Serve
FECODIF serves adults with physical disabilities across Colombia through its network of local and departmental member associations. It focuses on people who use wheelchairs or other mobility aids, those with acquired physical impairments, and all Colombians facing physical barriers to participation in society.
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