Cape Organization for Rights of the Disabled (CORD)

Mission Statement
(From Organization Bylaws)

The purpose of the organization is to advocate for the rights of handicapped/disabled people and to promote a barrier-free environment for all. More specifically, the organization shall do the following:

A. The organization shall promote active enforcement of all laws protecting the civil rights and related rights of people with disabilities.

B. The organizations shall promote active enactment of new laws, rules and regulations to protect and further the rights of people with disabilities.

C. The organization shall foster and promote communication between people with disabilities and public persons and organizations.

D. The organization shall respond to acts of discrimination against people with disabilities in ways deemed appropriate.

E. The organization shall promote the fellowship of people with disabilities.

F. The organization shall promote the establishment of fair and equal benefits and entitlement to people with disabilities as the need arises.

G. The organization shall provide independent living services to people with disabilities.

The organization shall carry out the aforesaid purpose solely for beneficent purposes and without pecuniary gain, benefit, or profit to the organization or its members, officers, and directors.

 

 

 

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