Organization
Invalidiliitto
Invalidiliitto (The Finnish Association of People with Physical Disabilities) is Finland's national advocacy and service organisation for people with physical disabilities and functional impairments, with 143 member associations and 23,000 individual members. Based in Helsinki, it promotes accessibility, equality, and independent living for physically disabled people across Finland.
About
Invalidiliitto (The Finnish Association of People with Physical Disabilities) was founded in 1938 and is based in Helsinki. With 143 member associations and around 23,000 individual members, it is one of Finland's largest disability organisations and the primary national federation for people with physical disabilities and motor function impairments.
What They Do
Invalidiliitto campaigns for accessible environments, inclusive legislation, and the rights of physically disabled people before the Finnish government and parliament. It provides advisory services, peer support, and practical information to its members on topics including housing, travel, assistive technology, and social services. The organisation also publishes accessible resources and runs an independent living centre network.
Who They Serve
Invalidiliitto serves people with physical disabilities and motor function impairments across Finland, with a primary focus on adults seeking to live independently, exercise their rights, and participate fully in Finnish society.
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