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For your convenience we have included a list of organisations that are able to provide information on a range of different issues.

Disability

Afasic

Seeks to raise awareness and to create better services and provision for children and young people with speech and language impairments.

British Deaf Association

The largest Deaf organisation in the UK that is run by Deaf people. The BDA represents the Sign Language community, which is united by shared experiences, history and, most importantly, by British Sign Language (BSL)

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Communication

Communication Matters

Focuses on the needs of people with complex communication needs who may benefit from augmentative and alternative communication (AAC)systems to maximise their opportunities and enhance their life.

Karten Network

Aims to improve the quality of life and independence of adult people with congenital or acquired physical, cognitive, sensory, learning disabilities or mental health problems.

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Education

Advisory Centre for Education

Guidance to parents and others on state education in England and Wales for parents of school age children

Association of National Specialist College

Natspec is an association of specialist independent colleges providing further education and training for students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities.

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Sport

English Federation of Disability Sport

The national body responsible for developing sport for disabled people in England

Inclusive Fitness Initiative

A programme that supports the fitness industry to become more inclusive, catering for the needs of disabled and non-disabled people alike.

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Support Groups

Advocacy Experience

Aiming to deliver the highest quality advocacy services with a primary focus on developing self-advocacy skills.

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Official bodies

Commission for Social Care Inspection (CSCI)

Inspects and reports on care services and councils, set up by Government to improve social care and stamp out bad practice.

Department for Children, Schools and Families

The purpose of the Department for Children, Schools and Families is to make England the best place in the world for children and young people to grow up.

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