ADF is a coalition of forty-five nonprofit Alberta-based disability organizations. Are you interested in ADF initiatives? Do you want to become a member organization?
Learn MoreADF member organizations use their collective expertise to influence policies and services and to develop and distribute pertinent disability-related information.
Learn MoreAre you interested in our views on a range of disability topics? Are you curious about the activities we undertake each year?
Learn MoreAlberta Disabilities Forum speaks with a united voice on issues that are important to our member organizations.
People with disabilities, diverse needs and backgrounds are contributing members of society, with equal rights and responsibilities.
People with disabilities require to be fully informed about issues that affect them and their families.
People with disabilities are entitled to supports and choices which enable them to fully participate in their communities as caring members of society.
People with disabilities must have a determining voice in the design and delivery of the programs and services they require.
Resolution of issues affecting people with disabilities will benefit both people with disabilities and society as a whole.
In 1993, united by a strong desire to improve the lives of people with disabilities, leaders from 30 Alberta-based disability organizations formed a coalition called Speaking Out: Fairness for Albertans with Disabilities. By coming together, these groups spoke with one voice about the issues faced by Albertans with disabilities. The group was committed to educating the province’s decision-makers about disability issues.
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Dr. David Swann will co-chair a review of Alberta’s mental health policy to improve access to mental health services. July 13, 2015. - Read More...
With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Iris Saunders, Executive Director of Employabilities and ADF Steering Committee Member. April 7, 2014 - Read More...
The Government of Canada has released the First Report of Canada on Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. February 27, 2014 - Read More...
CBC’s The National investigates the profitability of hiring people with disabilities using inclusive hiring practices. February 26, 2014 - Read More...
First-hand experience with breaking down barriers for people with disabilities to access services and facilities. February 26, 2014 - Read More...
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