International Health Division

Overview

Founded in Lyon, France, Handicap International is a non-profit humanitarian organization focused on the issue of disability.

Since its creation in 1982, the vision of Handicap International is to promote sustainable change to ensure that people with disabilities, victims of war or natural disasters, and people affected by disease or poverty are treated as full citizens with equal opportunities for community participation.

The organization currently carries out more than 250 projects in over 60 countries in Africa, Latin America, Asia and Europe.

Networking for an effective synergy

The network gathers seven independent sections: France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Switzerland, Germany, the United Kingdom, Canada and a representative office in the United States. Each section is involved in the management of activities in the field, and is integrated in a global programme management system.

International Recognition

The network has acquired worldwide recognition through its fight against mines as well as its promotion of the rights of people with disabilities. Co-founder of the International Campaign to Ban Landmines (ICBL), it is also co-winner of the 1997 Nobel Peace Prize.

Taken from:  http://www.handicap-international.ca/PagesAng/profil.htm