Organization
Scope
Scope is the disability equality charity in England and Wales, running a free national helpline, an online peer community, and wide-ranging campaigns for a fair and inclusive society for disabled people. Originally founded in 1952 as The Spastics Society, today Scope supports disabled people across all conditions and life stages.
About
Founded in 1952 and rebranded as Scope in 1994, this charity has grown into one of England and Wales' most prominent disability equality organisations. Its Everyday Equality vision drives campaigns against the disability price tag, the employment gap, and discrimination that prevents disabled people from participating fully in public life.
What They Do
Scope operates a free national helpline offering practical and emotional support on disability-related issues including benefits, employment, care, and education. It runs an online community forum, a Disability Energy Support service, and major public awareness campaigns. Scope produces influential policy research and challenges government through parliamentary lobbying and strategic media engagement.
Who They Serve
Disabled people of all ages in England and Wales and their families, particularly those facing financial hardship, social isolation, or barriers to employment and community participation.
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