Affiliation
Affiliation of Disabled Development Society (DDS) Disabled Development Society (DDS) maintains strong affiliations with a wide range of stakeholders, both governmental and non-governmental, to support its mission of promoting the rights, dignity, and self-reliance of persons with disabilities in Bangladesh. DDS is officially registered with the Department of Social Services under the Ministry of Social Welfare, Government of Bangladesh (Registration No: 0592, dated 30 June 2008). This legal recognition ensures that DDS operates as a credible and accountable entity, aligned with national development and disability policies. At the community and grassroots level, DDS maintains active affiliations with local disabled persons’ organizations (DPOs), self-help groups, and civil society organizations to promote collaborative initiatives. These partnerships enable DDS to reach remote and marginalized populations more effectively, especially in rural upazilas of Narayanganj district such as Araihazar, Bandar, Rupganj, Sonargaon, and Narayanganj Sadar. DDS also engages with corporate partners through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) networks, creating sustainable collaborations for funding, training, and resource distribution. These affiliations help DDS run income-generating projects, capacity-building workshops, and education programs. Additionally, DDS coordinates with international and national NGOs, rights-based platforms, and advocacy coalitions to promote disability inclusion in development planning, participate in seminars, and jointly observe key events such as International Day of Persons with Disabilities and Human Rights Day. Through these affiliations, DDS builds solidarity, shares knowledge, and strengthens its ability to advocate for the full inclusion and participation of persons with disabilities in all aspects of social, economic, and political life.
