GRIP

Founded in 2000, GRIP is a non-governmental organisation based in Brussel, Belgium working on disability, human rights, education +2 more.

GRIP (Gelijke Rechten voor Iedere Persoon met een handicap) is a Flemish human rights organisation run by and for people with disabilities. Founded in 2000 by people with disabilities and their families, it aims to achieve equal rights, equal opportunities and inclusion in society. Its work covers themes including support, work, education, housing, income, human rights and the portrayal of disability in media and culture. GRIP works mainly through policy influence and awareness-raising, and also offers training, campaigns such as the Freedom Drive, legal actions, and a volunteer network of experience experts. Its main focus is the Flemish regional government. The organisation is based in Brussels (Schaarbeek area) and has no formal membership, instead relying on sympathisers who support its vision and goals.