National Council of and for Persons with Disabilities

About

The NCPD is a NGO with a footprint throughout SA that plays a lobbying&advocacy role when it comes to the rights of persons with disabilities.

Description

The National Council of and for Persons with Disabilities (NCPD)

Mission

To serve as a pro-active forum for the advancement of persons with physical disabilities and people with hearing loss later in life, to assist them in attaining their maximum level of independence and integration into the community as well as the prevention of the occurrence of disablement.

Products

Information and training
Raising awareness
Access Assessments
Children's programmes like the Nappy Run
Youth with disability programmes
Hearing impairment and deaf Affairs
Social work development
Tax & vehicle rebates
Advocacy & lobbying
Fundraising
Entrepreneurs with disabilities
Work and Employment (placement of persons with disabilities)

"The National Council of and for Persons with Disabilities NCPD is a leading disability organisation with 0ver 80 years’ experience in enabling, supporting and enhancing the quality of life for persons with disabilities.The NCPD strives to make South Africa a country where persons with disabilities have access to equal opportunities and rights. Our goal is to ensure that people with disabilities attain their full rights as citizens through:Advocating and facilitating inclusion, access and economic empowerment.Contributing to and influencing Government policiesChanging attitudes through sensitization and awareness programs."