Our Impact

CELEBRATING 45 Years of Action on Disability 

We’re proud of the change we make every day. Here’s what our impact looks like: 

By the Numbers 

  • 45 years of user-led advocacy and support 
  • Over 4,500 people supported every year – Disabled people, their families, carers, and professionals 
  • 54.3% of staff are Disabled people with lived experience 
  • 100% Trustees and Senior Management are Disabled people with lived experience 
  • Brand new Centre for Independent Living in north Fulham 
  • Our Place – community hub offering activities, peer-support led groups, and a safe space for Disabled people 

What We Do 

  • Empower Disabled people through support, training, skills, and confidence-building 
  • Campaign for equality, rights, accessibility, and inclusion locally and nationally 
  • Connect communities through Our Place and the Centre for Independent Living 
  • Represent Disabled people with lived experience at every level  

Our Voices 

“AoD gave me the confidence to stand up for my rights.” – Greg 

“Our Place has given me a safe space where I belong.” – Sally 

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Join us in ensuring Deaf and Disabled people can enjoy greater independence, control, and choice in their lives.

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    Our Impact

    We create real change by removing barriers, strengthening rights, and supporting Disabled people to live with independence, choice and control.

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    Our Vision Statement

    A world where Disabled people have full equality, independence and inclusion, with barriers removed and rights respected in every part of life.

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    Our History

    For over 45 years, AoD has been led by Disabled people, challenging inequality and building stronger, more inclusive communities.

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    Our People

    Our Trustees, staff, volunteers and members are proudly led by Disabled people, bringing lived experience and expertise to everything we do.

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    Our Five-Year Plan

    Our plan sets out how we will strengthen rights, expand services, influence change and embed co-production across all our work.

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    Annual Reports and Accounts

    Read our annual reports to see our achievements, financial transparency, and the difference we make alongside Disabled people each year.

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    Support Our Work

    Help strengthen our services, rights work and community programmes by supporting AoD through donations, fundraising, membership or partnerships.

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