500 miles aims to support the delivery of prosthetic and orthotic services and surgery which promotes mobility and function for amputees and other disabled people in Malawi and Zambia. Prostheses are devices which substitute for body parts which are missing and orthoses are devices, like splints, which support body parts which are present but which are weak or do not function properly. 500 miles helps people to access and afford prosthetic, orthotic and surgical services today - but, through training and education, it is also trying to develop the future capacity of these services in Malawi and Zambia. Visit www.500miles.co.uk for more information.

AbleChildAfrica specialises in childhood disability in Africa. We work with local partner organisations to create sustainable change to improve the lives of disabled children and their families so that they can achieve their full potential and fully participate in the world around them.

Disabled people in Africa and Asia are amongst the very poorest of the poor. ADD International helps them to take control of their own lives by providing training and funds for their self-help groups. ADD supports them as they campaign for basic human rights and rightful inclusion in society.

Advantage Africa supports inspirational people in Africa to overcome poverty and disadvantage. Working in close partnership with determined individuals and community groups, Advantage Africa helps create new opportunities for people affected by injustice, poverty, disability and HIV/AIDS to improve their lives.

Asian Foundation for Philanthropy (AFP) facilitates a broad movement of engagement with development initiatives in India. Through three programmes of international volunteering, development awareness and donor programme it works at the grassroots level to ensure that the poorest people can improve their lives, livelihoods, and have a stronger voice in decisions that affect them.

It believes that the continued development of Africa, and its citizens is vital to the successful future of all nations and is therefore devoted to make a positive lasting change in the life and livelihood status of the African communities in Africa and UK.

Aziz Welfare Trust is an independent charity committed to the development of relief, healthcare, education, and specialist projects to make an immediate and lasting improvement to the lives of people affected by poverty and disaster in one of the poorest regions in the world, Azad Kashmir, Pakistan.

We are a group of people who have formed a society to help the displaced and marginalised in one of the poorest areas in India. We are working together with our friends and colleagues in India to give dignity, stability and security to the destitute people. For Further Information visit our website.

GAP offers young people with learning disabilities an opportunity to achieve through the Gateway Award Scheme which is like the Duke of Edinburgh Scheme. It takes place within a youth club setting and they are encouraged to set themselves new challenges, learn new skills and broaden their horizons.

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Bridge2Aid is a dental & development charity working in East Africa, towards a world free from Dental Pain. We provide training to increase access to dental pain relief for millions of people suffering in the developing world.

The British Council for the Prevention of Blindness prevents blindness worldwide by funding research into the causes of blindness and more effective treatments. The charity also specialises in training for medical professionals from developing countries who learn how to set up programmes which save the sight of many thousands of people.

The Cambodia Trust works with disadvantaged disabled people to enable them to participate as equals in education, employment and community life. The Trust aims to reduce poverty and increase self-sufficiency, through rehabilitation, community work, training and advocacy.

Camphill Milton Keynes (CMKC*) provides support and a meaningful working life for adults with a wide range of learning difficulties. The community is formed of over one hundred people living on several sites on the neighbouring housing estates of Pennyland and Willen Park.

CBM is an international Christian disability and development organisation, committed to improving the quality of life of persons with disabilities and at risk of disabilities in the poorest countries of the world. In 2009, we reached out to more than 23.7 million people in developing countries.

Christian Partners in Africa (CPA) is a registered charity based in Lincoln. We work in partnership with African churches and community groups to help them address the underlying causes of poverty in their lives.

It supports a primary school and school for the deaf in Kamuli, Uganda; runs community development programmes in Kamuli District and runs volunteer trips to Uganda, including Dental Missions

For parents and carers of visually impaired children. We offer long canes to blind children in the UK as well as local support and events in Dorset and Hants. We look to promote children's independence and support the "No Limits" approach to mobility and work with www.WorldAccessForTheBlind.org

Deafway’s vision is that all deaf people, wherever they live, get the same chances in life as everybody else. Deafway aims to identify and remove the barriers that prevent deaf people from achieving their true potential and from participating fully in all aspects of life.

D.O.M. works to empower those living in extreme poverty in two of the poorest states in India. Projects provide free shelter, food, clean water, education, vocational training & health care with a commitment to help communities become self-sufficient.

Hello and welcome to EETEP, we are an aid organisation founded by Phill Booth in 2005 to help people living in poverty, EETEP give tailored assistance depending on the individual needs, our work can be anything from building an orphanage to supplying school books for children.

Half the Sky supports orphans in China through infant nurture and preschool programs, personalised learning for older children, and loving permanent family care and medical care for children with disabilities. Because every child matters, and every child should have a chance for a bright future.

Handicap International, co-winner of the Nobel Peace Prize, is an aid organisation working in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflict and disaster in 60 countries worldwide. We work alongside people with disabilities and vulnerable groups to support them in all aspects of daily life.

Established in May 2007 Hope 4 Kidz gives children a sense of hope and support, the wellbeing of youngsters who require various degrees of extra care, whether they are suffering from a physical or mental disability, living with a serious/prolonged illness, or need respite from poverty/abuse.

IcFEM is changing the lives of rural people in Western Kenya. There's evangelism; education; health; relief & welfare; agriculture; small enterprise; and other work. Over 15,000 IcFEM volunteers work in their own locality. Over 90 children are sponsored in education.

We are an international development charity. Our vision is a world where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and fulfil their potential. We support people in practical ways to understand their human rights – and put them into action - so they can change their lives for the better.

Ka Tutandike Trust UK was set up in 2006 to support projects in Uganda around early childhood development, children's literacy and disability. Our sister office, Ka Tutandike (Uganda) which is based in Kampala is responsible for identifying, managing and developing programmes that will give children the best start in life, and which contribute to the inclusion of disabled people in society.

One of the unique qualities of the Lady Fatemah Trust is that it operates on zero administration costs ie every penny that you donate will go to the project that you nominate. It focuses on Microfinance, Education, Medical treatment, Disability Rehabilitation, Water projects and disaster relief.

Leonard Cheshire Disability supports thousands of disabled people in the UK and works in over 50 countries. Our campaigns and services are geared towards improving opportunities for disabled people and supporting them to pursue their goals and to live full lives. Registered Charity Number 218186

Libya Aid Relief Effort (LARE) was set up to provide emergency relief in Libya. We are now focused on providing assistance through long-term initiatives. Help us raise funds for a rehabilitation centre and help the victims of the conflict integrate back into society.

We are a new charity offering hope, help and support to the limb impaired of all ages, backgrounds, and those affected around them. We are in the process of raising funds and awareness to produce a contact centre to offer support, advice and a way to companies and trusts that will be able to help.

We get offenders working to pay back to society and help people in need. We rescue old wheelchairs and bicycles from the tip and get them fixed up in prison workshops. Prisoners perform useful work that has a real benefit - the refurbished goods are sent to people in need in the developing world.

Mercy Ships is an international charity that provides free medical and humanitarian services to the people of Africa using its hospital ship, the Africa Mercy. In the developing world, lack of access to basic health care can have horrific results. Mercy Ships freely provides relief to the forgotten poor - saving lives, improving quality of life and restoring hope. <p> The Africa Mercy is the world's largest non-governmental hospital ship - staffed with volunteer doctors, nurses, engineers and agriculturists - that visits ports in some of the world's poorest countries. Doctors, surgeons and nurses onboard provide free medical and surgical services, while off ship teams help local communities develop sustainable water, sanitation and education programmes. <p> For further information on Mercy Ships please visit www.mercyships.org.uk <http://www.mercyships.org.uk/> or call 01438 727800.

Supporting and accrediting charities in Tanzania through Organisational Assessments and capacity building. Establishing a database of these charities and linking them with our network of local, regional and international donors. We are also developing growth of corporate philanthropy in Tanzania.

Motivation is an international development charity changing the lives of people with mobility disabilities in over 30 countries around the world. Find out more at www.motivation.org.uk

NLT is a Christian organization that provides medical and rehabilitation services to people affected by leprosy in Nepal. NLT also works with poor rural communities in development and poverty alleviation. Lalgadh Hospital (GoogleEarth 26d59m27sN, 85d55mE) is a project of NLT and has treated over 20,000 cases of leprosy to date.

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Working with and for Disabled people and their representatives in North Tyneside

There are 45 million blind people in the world. 80% of these cases are avoidable and 90% live in developing countries. A cure is often simple and inexpensive, but in the world’s poorest countries even basic medical help is frequently out of reach. ORBIS is a global charity, dedicated to preserving and restoring the sight of the poorest people in the poorest communities across the world. Through innovative programmes and partnerships, ORBIS creates long-term, lasting solutions to prevent and cure blindness worldwide. We provide the tools, training and technology for local doctors and health care professionals to develop solutions to tackle avoidable blindness in their own countries. By building long-term capabilities in eye care institutions, ORBIS supports its partners in providing quality eye care services that are affordable, accessible and ultimately sustainable

POWER International works with all people with disabilities in poorer countries of the world, assisting and empowering them to participate fully in society. This may involve providing mobility devices (artificial limbs etc), self-employment opportunities, training, awareness-raising, and other tools for self-reliance. We have nationwide programmes in partnership with local disability organisations, in Mozambique and Zambia, and Laos in SE Asia.

The Trust gives welfare and benevolence grants to Gurkhas, ex Gurkhas (in UK and Nepal) and their families in times of need, as well as helping to preserve The Queen's Own Gurkha Logistic Regiment's esprit de corps and ethos.

The Saga Charitable Trust supports sustainable projects in developing countries that host Saga holidaymakers. By working closely with local communities, the Trust is able to make a real difference, especially in healthcare, education, training and income generating schemes.

Sense International's mission is to ensure that deafblind people throughout the world receive the education and services they need to develop their talents and play a valued role in society.

Shepherd Food Ministries relieves hunger among widows, disabled, orphans etc through farm projects in Nigeria and Africa. It runs Health Clinics offering health check and advice. It runs Centre for capacity building offering career counselling and loan advice. Experience the wonders of giving by sponsoring a seed for just &#163;1.

Sightsavers works with partners to eliminate avoidable blindness and promote equality of opportunity for disabled people in the developing world. Sightsavers provides specialist treatment and eye care and supports blind people by providing education, counseling and training.

'Social equality through education' Active in the community since 1991 the SJLHS Kenya Exchange provides a lifechanging experience for a dedicated team of 15 secondary school pupils. We are now undertaking fundraising for the 2010-2012 programme. www.sjlhskenyaexchange.weebi.co.uk/

Sound Seekers aims to alleviate the disabling effects of ear disease, hearing impairments and deafness amongst those living in developing countries. We run services focusing on the prevention and treatment of hearing loss, support those affected, provide access to education, and raise awareness.

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StandProud provides: Medical Services (surgeries), Leg Braces, Rehabilitation and Education to children and youth living with disabilities in the Democratic Republic of Congo. See our website for further information: www.standproud.org.uk

Take Heart is a youth run charity focused on practical education projects in India. Take Heart aims to find and develop the talent and potential in every individual we work with. We are relatively unique in the charity sector for two reasons: 1. We do not employ a single person which means that 100% of proceeds are directed out to our education projects in India. 2. We run with the leitmotiv ‘Work builds, charity destroys’. Rather than giving money we aim to empower people through practical education. Although Take Heart was founded in 1963, in 2004 the charity was renewed with a youthful drive and targeted focus. Since 2004 Take Heart has built an English language and IT school that has provided real job opportunities to over 1000 students. It costs just £37 for us to train a blind student in IT skills that will guarantee them a job for life. Your support in whatever way is greatly appreciated and is sure to have a positive impact on the lives of the less fortunate. Take Heart, Take Action...

ThePromise pioneers new ways of supporting children with disabilities in Russia both in the community and within the orphanage system. It introduced the widely acclaimed pre-school education system called Portage into a Russian Baby Home, providing a model of best practice which has now been rolled out into the community and other institutions.

Working globally to promote the mental, physical, sexual and emotional health of Pakistani men and women, to promote equal opportunities. To advance the education of Pakistani women.

UK-Med is a non-governmental organisation which facilitates the provision of volunteer UK health workers to countries during conflict and disaster. UK-Med is responsible for the UK International Emergency Trauma Register.

We improve the Quality of Life and Life Expectancy of people with spinal cord injures and their family members through peer taught carer training in developing countries.

Our Vision: Simply a return to the old time faith. A return to first century apostolicism: -preaching and teaching the scriptures, -being led by the Spirit, -exalting the name of the Lord Jesus Christ -carrying out the great commission Christ gave to the disciples. Unless we get back to the pattern the First Century Church gave us, there is no future. That is our Vision and Mission.