Organization
Trinidad and Tobago Disabled Peoples' International(TTDPI)
Established on 22 June 1985 and managed entirely by persons with disabilities, TTDPI is the national assembly of Disabled Peoples' International in Trinidad and Tobago, advocating for the full equality and participation of disabled people in every aspect of life. The organisation campaigns to remove physical, social, and systemic barriers in education, employment, healthcare, and public transport.
About
TTDPI (Trinidad and Tobago Disabled Peoples' International) was established on 22 June 1985 as a duly constituted, registered non-profit organisation. Led and managed by persons with disabilities, it is the national member of Disabled Peoples' International (DPI), the global cross-disability organisation founded in 1981 that today operates in 159 countries.
What They Do
TTDPI advocates for the recognition and enforcement of disability rights under national law and international frameworks including the CRPD. It lobbies on issues including accessible housing, accessible public buildings, adequate disabled-parking facilities, and equitable participation in civic life. The organisation also builds leadership capacity among persons with disabilities and links local advocates to regional and global DPI networks.
Who They Serve
Persons with all types of disability across Trinidad and Tobago, with particular emphasis on peer empowerment and self-advocacy.
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