About LADPP
History
The Latin American Disabled People’s Project was founded in 1990 by and
for disabled Spanish and Portuguese speaking people living in London.
Mission Statement
To improve the quality of life and independence of disabled Spanish and
Portuguese speaking people living in London through information, training,
advice, advocacy, social and cultural events, and volunteering
opportunities.
The services we provide are based on equal opportunities,
confidentiality, empathy and a non-judgemental approach towards our
users.
Who We Help
The project serves disabled Spanish and Portuguese speaking people from
Latin America, Europe and Africa.
Most of our members:
- Are asylum seekers or refugees.
- Live in households in receipt of means-tested benefits.
- Have not acquired basic knowledge of the English language.
They have either a:
- Physical disability.
- Learning impairment.
- Mental health problem.
- Sensory disability.
- Chronic illness.
- Terminal illness.


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