DRD Vietnam - Disability Research and Capacity Development Center in Vietnam

Disability Research and Capacity Development Center in Vietnam (DRD) is a non-profit organization, established on the 3rd of December, 2005, under an initial sponsorship of the Ford Foundation. Up until now, DRD has been working under the supervision of the Vietnam Union of Scientific and Technological Associations (VUSTA). DRD has been making every effort day after day to contribute to an equal and non-discriminatory society for persons with disabilities (PWDs). In the past ten years, with the support and companionship of donors and its partners, DRD has obtained the initial achievements noted below in strengthening the capacity of PWDs and promoting social integration for individuals and communities of PWDs. MESSAGE DRD believes that every possible change in our world is created by the very change in ourselves - you and I. When persons with disabilities (PWDs) contribute their values to national socio-economic development, then the equal participation of PWDs and equal opportunities for them are indeed meaningful. VISION DRD is working for an inclusive and barrier-free society, where PWDs have capacity to participate in all activities equally and equitably. MISSION DRD is committed to help PWDs be self-confident, and increase their quality of life in a non-discriminatory environment by raising the awareness of PWDs and the public, increasing capacity for PWDs, and promoting advocacy. Contact us: communication@drdvietnam.org