Organizations

AAMR
AAMR is an international association that promotes progressive policies, sound research, effective practices, and universal human rights for people with intellectual disabilities.
http://www.aamr.org

Abilities Network
Organization dedicated to assisting individuals of all abilities and their families in achieving their personal goals and in reaching their maximum potential.
http://www.abilitiesnetwork.org

American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Information to aid in the understanding and treatment of the developmental, behavioral, and mental disorders that affect children and adolescents.
http://www.aacap.org/

Association of University Centers on Disabilities
A network of interdisciplinary Centers advancing policy and practice for and with individuals with developmental and other disabilities, their families, and communities.
http://www.aucd.org/

Best Buddies
An international organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with mental retardation by providing opportunities for one-to-friendships.
http://qohsbestbuddies.tripod.com

Blue Badge Network
Disability self-advocacy group in the United Kingdom. Much of the site is only available to paid members.
http://web.ukonline.co.uk/bluebadgenetwork/

British Council of Disabled People (BCODP)
Britain's national umbrella organization for groups controlled by people with disabilities.
http://www.bcodp.org.uk/

The Council on Quality and Leadership
Providing accreditation, monitoring, evaluation, training, and consultation to human service organizations. Publications, resources, conference information, news, research, service descriptions, and newsletters.
http://www.thecouncil.org

Danny's Team
An all volunteer nonprofit organization devoted to aiding people with disabilities and who are also in need.
http://www.dannysteam.org

Disability Organizations Network On-line Database
Lists organizations for joint projects, traineeships, study visits, international conferences, research projects, and funding.
http://www.independentliving.org/donet/index.html

Disability Services Northeast Alberta
Group of 11 agencies across Northeastern Alberta supporting adults who may have delayed mental and social development. Provides a mission statement, career opportunities and service providers.
http://www.disabilityservicesnortheastalberta.com

Disability Support Pensioners Australia Inc.
Seeks to bring awareness of how vulnerable young pensioners are abused within society. Offers mission and description of efforts, petition, sponsors, and related links.
http://home.vicnet.net.au/~dsp/

Disabled Drivers' Motor Club
Nonprofit organization, offering help, advice and discounts to disabled drivers in the United Kingdom.
http://web.ukonline.co.uk/ddmc/

Disabled Hellas
Produces and distributes information to empower Greeks with disabilities with the appropriate technical knowledge and skills to manage their needs and to reconstruct their lives. Collection of disability and rehabilitation related articles and books in Greek language.
http://www.disabled.gr/

Easter Seals
Nonprofit, community-based health agency dedicated to helping children and adults with disabilities attain greater independence. Features news, information on services, volunteer and job opportunities.
http://www.easterseals.com/

Enable Ireland - Action on Disability
Enable Ireland's role is to work to remove society's obstacles, together with, and on behalf of, people with physical disabilities. Enable Ireland works to enable people with physical disabilities to achieve maximum independence, choice and inclusion in their communities.
http://www.enableireland.ie

Enable New Zealand
Providing information services, disability equipment, suppliers, as well as research and links to related web sites.
http://www.enable.co.nz/

Equal Ability Ltd
Providing consulting, training and other resources to organizations wishing to understand their responsibilities under the Disability Discrimination Act 1995.
http://www.equalability.com

Ethel Louise Armstrong Foundation
Supports professional organizations that work with people with disabilities through grants and scholarships that further the goals of education, advocacy, leadership development, mentorship and the arts.
http://www.ela.org/

Group for Solicitors with Disabilities
The Group for Solicitors with Disabilities (GSD) works to bring to the fore the abilities and aspirations of solicitors with disabilities.
http://www.gsdnet.org.uk

Inclusion
Building a more inclusive world for those with disabilities by helping to raise awareness of inclusion, recognizing exemplary inclusive efforts, providing technical assistance and linking individuals with/without disabilities.
http://www.inclusion.org

Interwork Institute
Focuses on promoting the integration of all individuals, including those with disabilities, into all aspects of education, work, family, and community life.
http://interwork.sdsu.edu/

Joni and Friends
Disability outreach of Joni Eareckson Tada. Statement of faith, description of the ministry and its programs, and an online store offering books, tapes, videos, and a VBS kit.
http://www.joniandfriends.org/

Lernen Foerdern
German federal association for people with learning disabilities. [English, German]
http://www.lernen-foerdern.de/bundesverbandenglish.html

Lifeways
A United Kingdom national provider of individually tailored services, including supported living, respite and residential care, and community support, for adults with diverse and complex special needs or disabilities.
http://www.lifeways.co.uk/

Mobility International USA (MIUSA)
Empowers people with disabilities around the world through international exchange, information, technical assistance and training, and to ensure the inclusion of people with disabilities in international exchange and development programs.
http://www.miusa.org

National Association of Societies for the Care of the Handicapped (NASCOH)
The umbrella body for organisations of and for people living with disabilities in Zimbabwe.
http://www.geocities.com/nascoh/

National Benevolent Association
Provides care and services to abused and neglected children, older adults, people with developmental disabilities, and other persons in need. Division of Social and Health Services of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).
http://www.nbacares.org/

NorthEast Passages
A program designed to improve access, independence, and quality of life for individuals with disabilities. Provide recreation possibilities that offer mastery over physical skills and provide a means to access sports and recreation and reduce stress.
http://www.nepassage.org/

Orthotic and Prosthetic Assistance Fund, Inc.
Enables individuals with physical disabilities - especially those served by members of the orthotics and prosthetics community - to enjoy the rewards of personal achievement, physical fitness, and social interaction.
http://www.opfund.org

Return 2 Work
Providing education training and placement to disabled Americans to allow them to return to work.
http://www.return2work.org/

Special Olympics
An international program of year-round sports training and athletic competition for more than one million children and adults with mental retardation.
http://www.specialolympics.com

Washington PAVE
Parent-directed organization that exists to increase independence, empowerment, and future opportunities for consumers with special needs, their families and communities, through training, information, referral and support.
http://www.washingtonpave.com/

Wheels for Humanity
Restores and distributes used wheelchairs at no cost to people who need them in places where wheelchairs are unattainable luxuries.
http://www.wheelsforhumanity.org/

Wheels of Love
Christian relief organization that provides items such as wheelchairs, walkers, canes, crutches, and bedside commodes.
http://www.wheelsoflove.com

World Institute on Disability
Dedicated to promoting independence and societal inclusion of people with disabilities. Includes publications, programs and events.
http://www.wid.org/