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About

SMRC

Shanta Memorial Rehabilitation Center (SMRC) is a leading voluntary organization working in the field of disability for more than three decades.

Shanta Memorial Rehabilitation Center (SMRC) is a leadingdisabled people’s organization working in the field of disability for more than three decades. It was in 1985 when Ashok Hans established the organization to give voice to the disabled on their rights. With support and unwavering dedication from like-minded people, SMRC has emerged a leader in rights of women with disabilities, community based linked rehabilitation services and disability inclusive disaster risk reduction. SMRC’s core expertise besides advocating in the field of Gender, Disasters, CBR, is Research & Education. For further information email – smrcbbsr@gmail.com

General Information

  • Special Consultative Status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council – 2011
  • Accredited to the (UNCRPD) Conference of State Parties
  • Associate Member Rehabilitation International
  • Observer Organization UNFCCC

Vision – Develop a sustainable organization that responds to the rights of people with disabilities in India, particularly gendered and in rural areas, through research, education and awareness.

Mission – To support change, aimed at the creation of an environment where persons with disabilities can enjoy equal rights.