PARTNERS

University of Galway (Galway)

University of Galway is the largest and oldest university based in the west of Ireland, employing in excess of 2,000 staff with a 17,000 strong student population. University of Galway is the home of the Behaviour Analysis Research Clinic (ABRC) within the School of Psychology. The staff within the School of Psychology and the ABRC have significant expertise in the area of Behaviour Analysis in the development of interventions to both initiate and maintain socially significant behaviours. University of Galway has particular expertise in the state-of-the-art methodologies used to conduct randomised controlled trials within applied community settings.

The Pan-Hellenic Association of Adapted Activities "ALMA"

The Pan-Hellenic Association of Adapted Activities "ALMA" is a non-profit organization, with decision number 4533/1996, registered with the National Register of Non-Profit Private Sector Bodies of the Ministry of Health, while being a certified primary and secondary care provider. Established in 1996 with the purpose of providing education and creative activities for persons with intellectual disability and autism. These are delivered via through educational, sporting and cultural activities aimed at enhancing psycho social development and integration into a society of equal opportunities. Our programs promote the autonomous and dignified living of people with disabilities, aimed at raising the awareness of the community. Our team consists of a Child Psychiatrist, Clinical Psychologist, Speech Therapists & Occupational Therapists, Special Education Practitioners and Administrative Staff. Our team consists of 92 paid staff members, 25 volunteers and 15 trainees and we annually support more than 300 persons with disabilities and their families.

EASPD - European Association of Service providers for Persons with Disabilities

EASPD, a non-profit NGO in the disability sector, promotes the views of over 20,000 social services and their umbrella associations. We promote equal opportunities for people with disabilities through effective and high-quality service systems.

Our Vision

We believe that support services play a key role in enabling people to enjoy their human rights on an equal basis, beyond disability or any other factor. It is precisely this belief that guides our work in Brussels, Strasbourg and throughout Europe.

Our Objectives

The full implementation of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.
The provision of high-quality, and user-centred services running in an accountable, efficient and effective way.
Fair working conditions and lifelong learning opportunities for staff employed in services.

"Ploes" E.Psy.Me.

"Ploes" E.Psy.Me. (Psycho-Social Research Organization) is a Non-Governmental Organization, founded in 1998, by mental health professionals from different scientific sectors and training fields. Now, more than 100 people are employed in all of its projects. Mental health professionals, social workers, occupational and speech therapists, special education professionals, child psychiatrists, psychologists, are under the umbrella of E.Psy.Me. The ongoing projects and services are addressed to citizens affected by autism spectrum disorders, mental and psychiatric disabilities, in the urban environment of Piraeus and surrounding suburbs, (region of Attica). "Ploes" E.Psy.Me. is committed to tackling social exclusion by enhancing service users' social and mental wellbeing. Our services are based on the principles of social psychiatry, which consider mental disabilities as a phenomenon of multiple and complicated factors. It is our strong belief that negative current and future consequences can be limited by using constant, appropriate and effective scientific methods of prevention and intervention.

PsPc – Panevėžio socialinių pokyčių centras (Centre of Social Change Makers)

PsPc – Panevėžio socialinių pokyčių centras (Centre of Social Change Makers) is a public institution that was established in 1996 by the Panevėžys Town Council in Lithuania. It provides social services to adults with disabilities, children with disabilities, and their families. PsPc aims to promote inclusion, independence, and equal opportunities by offering tailored support that meets individual needs and strengthens active participation in community life. PsPc provides three main types of services:

Day care services for adults with disabilities, focusing on meaningful daily activities, the development of social and life skills, and the improvement of overall well-being;
Sheltered employment, where adults with intellectual or psychosocial disabilities can gain practical experience, build self-confidence, and participate in non-formal, community-based activities;
Support services for children with disabilities and their families, including early rehabilitation, therapy, non-formal education, and individual counselling aimed at empowering both the child and their family.

In addition to direct services, PsPc actively participates in local, national, and international projects. These initiatives focus on enhancing social inclusion, promoting innovation in service provision, strengthening professional competencies, and contributing to sustainable and positive social change. PsPc operates in line with the values of dignity, human rights, and inclusive community development, ensuring that every person has the opportunity to live a full and meaningful life.

Theofanis Alexandridis & SIA EE (OMEGATECH)

THEOFANIS ALEXANDRIDIS KAI SIA EE Founded in 1985, Omega Technology is an experienced and well known IT provider company in Greece. The Company serves Greek public bodies, enterprises and other organizations with technology and services made possible by its 28 years of experience. Its solutions include e-learning, virtual reality applications, assisted living solutions, tailor-made applications for people with disabilities, as well as e-commerce applications, document and knowledge management systems. The company is also offering a broad range of management and services including consulting, research and development, digitization, annotation and preservation of content, hardware supply and technical support. The company’s research department is active in the R&D arena, in close cooperation with Academia and Research Institutes, running several R&D projects and market validation projects.

Cyprus Certification Company (CY)

Cyprus Certification Company (CCC) is a government-owned Certification Organization founded in 2001 and operating as a private company with the Government being its only shareholder and it is managed by a 7-member Board. CCC operates in the field of certification of management systems(eg ISO 9001. ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 22000 ets), certification of training programs and training and exam centers, inspection of playgrounds and playground equipment, inspection of lifts, product certification, CE marking, certification of persons etc. CCC also operates a training center approved by the relevant government body (the Human Resource Development Authority - HRDA) and provides training in relevant to its services subjects, and also in specialized areas as those arise from the industry’s needs. CCC implements a Quality Management System in accordance with the requirements of CYS EN ISO/ IEC 17021, CYS EN ISO/ IEC 17020 and CYS EN 17065. This is accredited by the Hellenic Accreditation System S.A (ESYD) and notified by the Cyprus Organization for the Promotion of Quality (CYSAB). CCC is a member of the International Quality Network (IQNet), and all certified by CCC companies also obtain an IQNet Certificate.

Sun for everyone Foundation

The Foundation was established in 2015 and works in the interest of children and young people at risk of social exclusion, disadvantaged persons and families, children and adults with intellectual disabilities, mental health problems and / or other permanent disabilities. The foundation is aimed at changing public behavior towards individuals with disabilities and works hard to prevent social exclusion and support their social integration as full members of society. From the beginning of 2015. It is a member of the Bulgarian Association for People with Intellectual Disabilities (BAPID) and is a member of Caravane 2000 Consortium.The team of the foundation consists of specialists - social workers, psychologists and lawyers with many years of experience.