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   A Guatemalan Disabilities Association and U.S. Based 501c (3) Foundation

     
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Our Mission Statement

Mobilizing disabled Guatemalans through health, rehabilitation, education, spiritual development, leadership skills and social integration.

 
   Behind The Vision

John Bell
Founder

Alex Gálvez
Founder

   Guatemala in Context: How Transitions Began

In the aftermath of three decades of civil strife and armed conflict, Guatemalans are involved in the process of rebuilding society. Presently, Guatemala continues to be a violent environment where crime, transit and industrial accidents are commonplace.
Whirlwind Wheelchair International estimates that over 55,000 physically disabled persons need to use wheel chairs in Guatemala.

Of this group, 20,000 are young adults and children who require a wheelchair for active use at school, work and for social integration. Due to poor or non-existent medical care, rehabilitation programs, therapeutic devices, housing, education and vocational opportunities, many disabled persons confront a secluded and despairing existence.

For more information on how you can make a difference, please call us at 011-502-832-4261 or click here to to email us. Thank you.

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