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Vammaisfoorumi

Vammaisfoorumi is the Finnish national disability forum, bringing together 29 national disability organisations with over 223,000 combined members to advocate for equal rights and full societal participation. It serves as the Finnish representative to the European Disability Forum and participates in UN disability policy processes.

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About

Vammaisfoorumi ry (Finnish Disability Forum) was established in 1999 as the umbrella body for Finnish national disability organisations, representing all major disability types. It is Finland's primary representative to the European Disability Forum and engages with UN CRPD monitoring processes.

What They Do

Vammaisfoorumi monitors Finnish disability legislation, coordinates member organisations, submits national and international policy consultation responses, and advocates for Finland's obligations under the UN CRPD. It participates in European disability policy coordination and international human rights forums.

Who They Serve

People with all types of disabilities across Finland, through 29 member organisations with a combined membership exceeding 223,000.

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Location

Helsinki, Finland

Serves: National

Key Facts

Leadership
Disabled-Led
Type
AdvocacyPeer Support
Ages Served
All Ages

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