The Dominica Association of Persons with Disabilities (DAPD) enters 2026 with reinforced determination to advance its four-decade mission of fostering equal participation opportunities for disabled citizens in national socio-economic development. Since its founding pledge in 1983 to serve as the representative voice for Dominica’s disabled community, the organization continues to champion accessibility through education, vocational training, rehabilitation services, and employment initiatives.
Commencing a new five-year program cycle in January 2025 extending through December 2029, DAPD has already activated multiple projects focused on skills development, income-generation enterprises, and community engagement. Building upon this foundation, the association’s 2026 strategy prioritizes localized fundraising efforts and the expansion of signature events including National Dollar Day, Wheel a Walk a Thon, and Dinner in the Dark—established as cornerstone initiatives for achieving organizational self-sustainability.
DAPD credits its substantive progress to the resilience of its members and consistent support from partners and citizens, collectively transforming inclusion from abstract vision to daily reality through advanced dignity protections and rights advocacy. The organization extends profound gratitude to 2025 supporters whose commitments enabled measurable achievements, with outcomes slated for presentation at the upcoming Annual General Meeting.
In a message representing members, staff, and leadership, DAPD envisions a 2026 marked by hope, prosperity, and national unity—urging collaborative efforts to strengthen societal foundations rooted in inclusivity, equality, and universal respect. The association calls for continued amplification of disability leadership to ensure Dominica’s future embodies both inclusive and sustainable development principles.