Beco dos ramos 14
1100-450 Lisboa
Portugal
- Democracy and community development
We are a young organization that is recently entering the country, we are currently 12 associates and we aim to contribute to improving the quality of life through the promotion of the rights and interests of minorities and disadvantaged groups, including people with physical disabilities, mental and psychiatric disorders, people with low incomes, youth, children, women, LGBTIQ+ communities, gypsy communities, older adults, immigrants and refugees.
Our main field of action are concrete projects, and we have great willingness and openness to bet on different modalities of action as the organization gains experience and reliability.
We are a multidisciplinary team with professionals from various areas including: social work, occupational therapy, psychiatry, psychology, neuropsychology, family therapy, speech therapy, biochemical engineering, industrial engineering and economics; we have extensive experience (approximately 8 years in Colombia) in the care, rehabilitation and support to people (and their families) with various psychiatric disorders, cognitive disabilities and syndromes.
We have participated in Erasmus projects and we hope to continue to do so from different roles that allow us greater fields of action and intervention; we have a partnership with the association AEQUALITAS.
Mission: We envision a world where every individual, regardless of status, situation or nationality, has access to equal opportunities, enjoys their fundamental rights and experiences a full and dignified quality of life. We strive to build an inclusive and just society, where minorities and disadvantaged groups find support, understanding and respect. We work toward a future in which diversity is celebrated, equality is the norm and solidarity is the engine that drives progress toward a common well-being for all.
Objective: to contribute to the improvement of the quality of life through the promotion of the rights and interests of minorities and disadvantaged groups, including people with physical, mental disabilities and psychiatric disorders, people with low incomes, youth, children, women, LGBTIQ+ communities, gypsy communities, older adults, immigrants and refugees.
We are currently developing projects for the promotion and prevention of mental health among young people, the promotion of empathy and the inclusion and civic participation of migrants and people living in sectors with greater vulnerabilities, less access to services and greater social risk.
As an association we can be actively involved in joint initiatives with other organizations in the network. This may include organizing events, seminars, and workshops that encourage dialogue between different communities and groups, thus promoting mutual understanding and bridge building.
We may develop awareness campaigns on the importance of intercultural dialogue and diversity. These campaigns could use various media, such as social networks, community events, and mass media, to disseminate positive messages that counteract stereotypes and prejudices.
We have the capacity to develop educational programs that promote inclusion and diversity in schools, communities and workplaces. These programs can include lectures, educational materials and activities that promote mutual understanding and respect for differences.
In addition to actions such as: Dialogue and Collaboration Forums, where representatives of diverse communities and organizations can meet to discuss issues of common interest, share experiences and work together on solutions to the challenges facing society; Facilitating the creation of support networks between different communities and groups, so that they can collaborate on projects and activities that benefit society as a whole. These links can strengthen social cohesion and build trust between different sectors; Contribute to research and data collection on the reality of minorities and disadvantaged groups, sharing this information with the network of associations. This can help to better understand specific challenges and opportunities, as well as to develop more effective strategies; Encourage the practice of active listening at all levels, from individuals to institutions. The ability to listen and understand the perspectives of others is critical to overcoming polarization and building bridges of understanding.
By adopting these strategies, the association can play a crucial role in strengthening the network and contributing to the development of a more inclusive society, where dialogue and collaboration are fundamental tools for addressing today's challenges.
We see the network as a valuable platform for the exchange of best practices, and believe that by joining this network, we will have the opportunity to share our experiences and learn from the experiences of others, thus strengthening the ties between diverse communities.
We seek to join the network to learn from the resilience of other organizations and share our own strategies. We believe that together, we can more effectively address emerging challenges and work towards sustainable solutions.