Organization
National Centre for Persons with Disabilities(NCPD)
The National Centre for Persons with Disabilities is a Trinidad-based NGO that equalises opportunities for people with disabilities through vocational training, accessible transportation, and independent living support. Based in San Fernando, it delivers programmes in over a dozen trades and skills areas to help adults with disabilities enter the workforce.
About
The National Centre for Persons with Disabilities (NCPD) is a registered NGO based in San Fernando, Trinidad and Tobago, established to promote equalisation of opportunities for persons with disabilities. It operates Monday to Friday and serves as a key community resource hub for the country's disability sector.
What They Do
NCPD delivers vocational training in agriculture and horticulture, beauty culture, food preparation, garment construction, office administration, information technology, and welding. Additional services include accessible transportation, orthopedic support, catering training, bookbinding, and independent living skills development.
Who They Serve
The Centre primarily serves working-age adults with physical, intellectual, and other disabilities in Trinidad and Tobago who are seeking vocational qualifications and employment pathways. Services are available to any person with a disability residing in the country.
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