Organization
Estonian Chamber of Disabled People(EPIKoda)
Estonia's umbrella organisation for disability associations, uniting approximately 285 organisations including 16 county boards and 32 national disability-specific unions. It promotes the quality of life, social inclusion, and personal fulfilment of disabled and chronically ill people.
About
Founded in February 1993 and formally registered in April 1994, the Estonian Chamber of Disabled People (Eesti Puuetega Inimeste Koda, EPIKoda) is the national umbrella body for disability organisations in Estonia. It brings together 16 regional county boards of disabled people, 32 national disability-specific unions and associations, and several supporting members — representing approximately 285 organisations in total.
What They Do
EPIKoda advocates with government on disability policy, provides legal advice to persons with moderate, severe, or profound disability in collaboration with the Legal Services Bureau, consults on accessibility improvements, and publishes a disability-sector magazine. The organisation also coordinates capacity-building and representation at the European level through its EDF membership.
Who They Serve
Disabled and chronically ill people across Estonia, their families and carers, and the national and regional organisations that represent them.
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