DWA has been a diversified organization with dynamic approach. Its ongoing programs are reflective of its sheer commitment and devotion to the PWDs.
ADVOCACY AND DISABILITY AWARENESS
Since its inception in 2003, DWA has been a strong advocacy group for raising voice for the equality rights of PWDs and it frequently organizes disability awareness walks, seminars and press conferences etc.
PAKISTAN INDEPENDENT LIVING CENTER(PILC) NETWORK
PILC network of IL Centers offers registration and IL expertise to the staff of newly established IL centers through professional training enabling them to manage their new IL setup independently, effectively and successfully across Sindh and Pakistan.
ILC, KARACHI
DWA IL Center of DWA is a fully accessible and exemplary setup offering IL services along with employment opportunities, skills training and recreational prospects to youth with Disabilities.
WINGS ON WHEELS WOW TV
A history making WEB TV Channel of DWA that shows interviews, documentaries, songs, sitcoms, shorts-films and news to disseminate disability awareness among the masses DISABLED WELFARE ASSOCIATION
MOTIVATION AND MOBILIZATION OF PWDs
DWA has always supported youth with disabilities in every possible manner. DWA conducts surveys for their identification and mobilization and engages them in education or skill training
LEARN AND FUN INFORMAL EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM
A replicable imitative of DWA for bridging the learning gap of students with disabilities who were either “out of school” and preparing them for distance learning degree qualification.
AIOU TUTORIAL PROGRAM
Since 2016, DWA has been preparing student for academic qualification by offering them free of cost tutorial programs for AIOU distance learning matriculation/intermediate and graduation programs.
DWA’s INSTITUTIONAL RESIDENCE
As a leading trainer group of IL across Sindh, DWA organizes IL training for the staff of other organizations of disabled people or rural Sindh. They stay here during their training.
INCLUSIVE SPORTS
DWA has its due for launching “inclusive Sports” and Tournaments at provincial and national level. DWA can be justly credited for introducing wheelchair cricket, basketball and tennis etc.
FUN CAFE AND GAMING ZONE
Another setup for DWA for WOW TV web Channel’s live streaming and video editing is located near DWA’s Head Office. Adjacent corporate office is reserved for official meetings. Open area is used for indoor or inclusive games and evening gatherings.
PROFESSIONAL COMPUTER COURSES
Many of the young users and members with disabilities are academically qualified. DWA seeks sponsorships for their fully funded professional computer courses including one- or two-year’s diplomas.
ENGLISH LEARNING INSTITUTE
English language courses are parts of the routine activity of learn and fun school project. Students with disabilities are prepared to face challenges in their professional lives.
HANDS HYDERABAD ILC
This center is registered under PILC and it has been the replica of Karachi ILC. This ILC center is organized and managed by HANDS Pakistan in close coordination with PILC and DWA
CONSULTANCY FOR PWDS
DWA provides the consultancy services, need-based assistance and assistive devices to the parents or guardians for improved caregiving to their family members with disabilities.
PEER COUNSELING
Peer counseling aims to help PWDs to overcome their self-pity and become more confident. It also prepares them to cope in life with disability acceptance satisfactorily.
FREE PICK AND DROP SERVICE
A highly commendable and essential service of DWA is the provision of the transport to the youth members of DWA having disabilities, who are engaged in everyday activities of DWA.
FREE LUNCH + TEA
DWA is justly considered a second home to its members, users and staff altogether. They spend the whole day with close family like ties. DWA provides lunch and tea to all of them.
ASSISTANCE FOR ISSUANCE OF DISABILITY CERTIFICATES
DWA assists in medical examination of PWDs to assess the severity level of their disabilities. The issuance of the disability certificates is based this medical assessment.
ASSISTANCE FOR ISSUANCE OF SCNIC
After securing disability certificates, DWA provides assistance to PWDs for the issuance of CNICs. CNICs entitle PWDs to avail various complementary facilities and specified services.
