Nunavummi Disabilities Makinnasuaqtiit Society, also known as NDMS, is the only cross-disability organization in Nunavut. We provide support to people across the lifespan from infants to Elders.
NDMS developed out of grassroots community-based action. In 1999, Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. provided support, in the form of office space and staffing, to a small group of individuals who sought to bring awareness and justice to people living with disabilities in Nunavut. In 2005, NDMS was incorporated as a society, and became the representative organization for people living with a disability in Nunavut.
Vision
Our vision is for all people with disabilities living in Nunavut to achieve independence, self-determination and full citizenship in their communities.
Our Work
We promote awareness, opportunity, choice and participation in all aspects of life in Nunavut!
Mission Statement:
Our mission is to achieve independence, self-determination and full citizenship for all Nunavummiut living with disability.
Objectives:
- To improve the quality of life for persons with disabilities in Nunavut;
- To encourage persons with disabilities to become actively involved in our work;
- To advocate and lobby for the rights and interests of persons with disabilities; and
- To promote employment opportunities for persons with disabilities.
We do this by promoting awareness, opportunity, choice and participation in all aspects of life in the Nunavut.
Our Guiding Principles:
Individuality: Persons with disabilities have the right to be treated with respect and dignity. Programs and supports should be designed to respect the dreams and goals of the individual.
Self- Determination: Persons with disabilities have the right to be treated equally, to make choices and to maintain personal control over all aspects of their lives.
Community Inclusion: Persons with disabilities have the right to the supports necessary to take part in their choice of community activities and to participate in society without physical and social barriers.
Join Us
Whether you are a lifetime advocate or new to our cause, we invite you to join us. We welcome new ideas and value enthusiasm from members and volunteers, new and old. Contact us!