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Disability Empowerment for Sustainable Impact (DESI) is a non-political, non-profit, and non-governmental organization that is dedicated to fostering positive change for individuals of various ages living with disabilities, as well as those who are underprivileged and marginalized in Bangladesh. DESI’s core mission revolves around the dissemination of awareness, the provision of essential health and educational services, the facilitation of support systems, the enhancement of capacity, and the steadfast promotion and active advocacy of inclusivity.

This overarching goal is rooted in the aspiration for the creation of equal opportunities and the full engagement and participation of all individuals in a society that is void of barriers. Founded in the year 2020, DESI operates with the aim of nurturing a sustainable impact that will pave the way towards a more equitable and harmonious future for all members of the community.

DESI is committed to empowering persons with disabilities, underprivileged individuals, and marginalized communities across Bangladesh. Through awareness raising, health and educational services, capacity building, and advocacy, DESI aims to create a barrier-free society that provides equal opportunities for all.

Mission

To be a catalyst for sustainable change, where persons with disabilities and vulnerable populations are active participants in a society that recognizes their rights, capabilities, and contributions.

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