LADPP's Mission:At Latin American Disabled People's Project (LADPP)
We work together to improve the quality of life and independence of disabled Spanish and Portuguese speaking people living in London - as well as their carers, families and communities. We work towards the success of our vision through the provision of all our services, projects, information, training, advice, advocacy, social and cultural events, and volunteering opportunities. These are all based on equal opportunities, confidentiality, empathy and a non-judgemental approach dedicated to helping members of our community succeed in every aspect of their lives. |
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LADPP began to meet in 1989 as a community group formed by a group of people and carers living with disabilities and health concerns. The majority of us were asylum seekers or refugees, as well as people migrating from Spain and Portugal to settle in the UK. Language difficulties, a lack of knowledge about welfare benefits and difficulties in accessing health services were just some of the barriers that large sections of this community were encountering.
LADPP formed its constitution on 12th April 1992, becoming a registered charity on 15th October 1993. With the kind support over the years of various trusts, foundations and the Big Lottery Fund, the organisation has been able to substantially expand the services we offer. We are now recognized as one of the most important charities working on behalf of the Spanish and Portuguese speaking community living in London. |
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