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Draft:Disabled People's Organisation

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Disabled People's Organisation (DPO) is the term use to refer an organisation where Disabled people represent at least 75% of the board or governance body, and 50% of staff. Additionally, a DPO also demonstrates commitment to the Social Model of disability through its work.

Disabled People's Organisation vs Disabled charity organisation

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Disabled People's Organisations are different from Disability charities, which are frequently run by non-disabled people.

Encompass

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Also within the scope of Disabled People's Organisation are Deaf and Disabled People’s Organisations (DDPO), User-led Organisations (ULOs) and User-Led Disabled People’s Organisations.[1]

References

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  1. ^ Edwards, R. "DPO Sector Analysis: Part 1. The DPO Sector Research Report (1st ed.)". Disability Rights UK. Retrieved 8 November 2024.