{"id":946,"date":"2026-09-26T02:07:00","date_gmt":"2026-09-26T02:07:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dpup.dpo-bangladesh.org\/?page_id=946"},"modified":"2026-09-26T07:28:10","modified_gmt":"2026-09-26T07:28:10","slug":"about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/dpup.dpo-bangladesh.org\/index.php\/about\/","title":{"rendered":"About Us"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<!-- =========================================================\n     DPUP \u2014 ABOUT US PAGE\n     Dristi Protibondhi Unnayan Parishad (DPUP)\n     Large Professional NGO About Page\n     Elementor Safe HTML + CSS\n========================================================= -->\n\n<style>\n\/* =========================================================\n   DPUP ABOUT PAGE \u2014 BASE\n========================================================= *\/\n\n.dpup-about-section {\n    width: 100%;\n    padding: 80px 20px;\n    background: linear-gradient(\n        135deg,\n        #f4fbfa 0%,\n        #ffffff 50%,\n        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<\/span>\n\n            <h1>\n                Dristi Protibondhi Unnayan Parishad\n            <\/h1>\n\n            <p>\n                Building an inclusive, equitable and empowered society where\n                persons with disabilities and vulnerable communities can live\n                with dignity, equality, independence and full participation.\n            <\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n\n        <!-- =================================================\n             HERO \/ ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW\n        ================================================== -->\n\n        <div class=\"dpup-about-hero\">\n\n            <div class=\"dpup-about-hero-content\">\n\n                <h2>\n                    Who We Are\n                <\/h2>\n\n                <p>\n                    <strong>Dristi Protibondhi Unnayan Parishad (DPUP)<\/strong>\n                    is a national Disabled Persons&#8217; Organization working to\n                    promote the rights, dignity, inclusion and empowerment of\n                    persons with disabilities and vulnerable communities in\n                    Bangladesh.\n                <\/p>\n\n                <p>\n                    Since its establishment in 2002, DPUP has worked to\n                    strengthen the participation of persons with disabilities\n                    in education, employment, community development, social\n                    protection, rehabilitation, advocacy and decision-making.\n                <\/p>\n\n                <p>\n                    DPUP believes that persons with disabilities should not be\n                    viewed only as recipients of services. They should be\n                    recognized as rights-holders, active citizens, leaders and\n                    equal participants in society.\n                <\/p>\n\n            <\/div>\n\n\n            <div class=\"dpup-about-stats\">\n\n                <div class=\"dpup-about-stat\">\n                    <strong>2002<\/strong>\n                    <span>Year of Establishment<\/span>\n                <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"dpup-about-stat\">\n                    <strong>24+<\/strong>\n                    <span>Years of Experience<\/span>\n                <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"dpup-about-stat\">\n                    <strong>42,200+<\/strong>\n                    <span>People Reached Through Programs<\/span>\n                <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"dpup-about-stat\">\n                    <strong>10+<\/strong>\n                    <span>Development Partners &amp; Donors<\/span>\n                <\/div>\n\n            <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n\n        <!-- =================================================\n             ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND\n        ================================================== -->\n\n        <div class=\"dpup-about-block\">\n\n            <h2>\n                Our Background\n            <\/h2>\n\n            <p>\n                DPUP was established with a commitment to improving the lives\n                and opportunities of persons with disabilities through\n                organized community action, rights-based advocacy and\n                inclusive development.\n            <\/p>\n\n            <p>\n                Over the years, DPUP has worked with persons with disabilities,\n                families, communities, government institutions, civil society\n                organizations, development partners and other stakeholders.\n                Its activities have included awareness raising, education,\n                rehabilitation, skills development, livelihood support,\n                assistive device distribution, community health, advocacy,\n                women&#8217;s empowerment, youth participation and disaster\n                preparedness.\n            <\/p>\n\n            <p>\n                DPUP&#8217;s approach recognizes that disability inclusion requires\n                action across different areas of life. Education, health,\n                livelihoods, accessibility, social protection, participation,\n                climate resilience and human rights are interconnected and\n                therefore need coordinated community-based solutions.\n            <\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n\n        <!-- =================================================\n             MISSION & VISION\n        ================================================== -->\n\n        <div class=\"dpup-about-two-column\">\n\n            <div class=\"dpup-about-card dpup-about-mission\">\n\n                <div class=\"dpup-about-card-icon\">\n                    M\n                <\/div>\n\n                <h2>\n                    Our Mission\n                <\/h2>\n\n                <p>\n                    To empower persons with disabilities and vulnerable\n                    communities by promoting equal rights, accessibility,\n                    inclusive education, rehabilitation, skills development,\n                    livelihood opportunities, participation and community\n                    leadership.\n                <\/p>\n\n                <p style=\"margin-top:15px;\">\n                    DPUP seeks to strengthen the ability of individuals and\n                    communities to identify their needs, claim their rights,\n                    access opportunities and participate meaningfully in\n                    decisions that affect their lives.\n                <\/p>\n\n            <\/div>\n\n\n            <div class=\"dpup-about-card dpup-about-mission\">\n\n                <div class=\"dpup-about-card-icon\">\n                    V\n                <\/div>\n\n                <h2>\n                    Our Vision\n                <\/h2>\n\n                <p>\n                    An inclusive Bangladesh where every person with a\n                    disability can live with dignity, equality, independence,\n                    safety and full participation in society.\n                <\/p>\n\n                <p style=\"margin-top:15px;\">\n                    We envision communities where diversity is respected,\n                    barriers are reduced, opportunities are accessible and\n                    persons with disabilities are recognized as equal citizens\n                    and contributors to development.\n                <\/p>\n\n            <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n\n        <!-- =================================================\n             OUR GOALS\n        ================================================== -->\n\n        <div class=\"dpup-about-block\">\n\n            <h2>\n                Our Goals\n            <\/h2>\n\n            <p>\n                DPUP works toward practical and sustainable improvements in\n                the lives of persons with disabilities and vulnerable\n                communities through the following broad goals:\n            <\/p>\n\n            <div class=\"dpup-about-goals\">\n\n                <div class=\"dpup-about-goal\">\n                    Promote disability rights and reduce discrimination.\n                <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"dpup-about-goal\">\n                    Strengthen inclusive and accessible education.\n                <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"dpup-about-goal\">\n                    Expand skills development and employment opportunities.\n                <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"dpup-about-goal\">\n                    Support sustainable livelihoods and income generation.\n                <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"dpup-about-goal\">\n                    Improve access to health and rehabilitation services.\n                <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"dpup-about-goal\">\n                    Promote access to assistive devices and technologies.\n                <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"dpup-about-goal\">\n                    Strengthen women&#8217;s and children&#8217;s participation and protection.\n                <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"dpup-about-goal\">\n                    Develop community-based support and self-help initiatives.\n                <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"dpup-about-goal\">\n                    Promote climate and disaster resilience for all.\n                <\/div>\n\n            <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n\n        <!-- =================================================\n             CORE VALUES\n        ================================================== -->\n\n        <div class=\"dpup-about-block\">\n\n            <h2>\n                Our Core Values\n            <\/h2>\n\n            <p>\n                Our work is guided by values that place human dignity,\n                participation and accountability at the center of development.\n            <\/p>\n\n            <div class=\"dpup-about-values\">\n\n                <div class=\"dpup-about-value\">\n                    <strong>Dignity<\/strong>\n                    <span>Respecting the worth and choices of every person.<\/span>\n                <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"dpup-about-value\">\n                    <strong>Equality<\/strong>\n                    <span>Promoting equal rights and opportunities.<\/span>\n                <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"dpup-about-value\">\n                    <strong>Inclusion<\/strong>\n                    <span>Removing barriers to meaningful participation.<\/span>\n                <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"dpup-about-value\">\n                    <strong>Participation<\/strong>\n                    <span>Supporting people to influence decisions affecting them.<\/span>\n                <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"dpup-about-value\">\n                    <strong>Accountability<\/strong>\n                    <span>Working responsibly and transparently.<\/span>\n                <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"dpup-about-value\">\n                    <strong>Non-Discrimination<\/strong>\n                    <span>Opposing exclusion and unequal treatment.<\/span>\n                <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"dpup-about-value\">\n                    <strong>Empowerment<\/strong>\n                    <span>Strengthening skills, confidence and leadership.<\/span>\n                <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"dpup-about-value\">\n                    <strong>Partnership<\/strong>\n                    <span>Working collaboratively for sustainable change.<\/span>\n                <\/div>\n\n            <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n\n        <!-- =================================================\n             OUR APPROACH\n        ================================================== -->\n\n        <div class=\"dpup-about-block\">\n\n            <h2>\n                Our Approach\n            <\/h2>\n\n            <p>\n                DPUP follows a participatory, community-based and\n                rights-focused approach. We seek to ensure that people\n                affected by development challenges are involved in identifying\n                priorities, designing solutions, implementing activities and\n                assessing results.\n            <\/p>\n\n            <div class=\"dpup-about-approach\">\n\n                <div class=\"dpup-about-step\">\n\n                    <div class=\"dpup-about-step-number\">\n                        01\n                    <\/div>\n\n                    <h3>\n                        Identify Needs\n                    <\/h3>\n\n                    <p>\n                        Understand community needs, barriers and priorities\n                        through consultation and assessment.\n                    <\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n\n\n                <div class=\"dpup-about-step\">\n\n                    <div class=\"dpup-about-step-number\">\n                        02\n                    <\/div>\n\n                    <h3>\n                        Plan Together\n                    <\/h3>\n\n                    <p>\n                        Develop practical solutions with persons with\n                        disabilities, families and community stakeholders.\n                    <\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n\n\n                <div class=\"dpup-about-step\">\n\n                    <div class=\"dpup-about-step-number\">\n                        03\n                    <\/div>\n\n                    <h3>\n                        Implement\n                    <\/h3>\n\n                    <p>\n                        Deliver inclusive programs through community\n                        participation and collaborative partnerships.\n                    <\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n\n\n                <div class=\"dpup-about-step\">\n\n                    <div class=\"dpup-about-step-number\">\n                        04\n                    <\/div>\n\n                    <h3>\n                        Learn &amp; Improve\n                    <\/h3>\n\n                    <p>\n                        Monitor progress, learn from experience and improve\n                        future interventions.\n                    <\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n\n            <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n\n        <!-- =================================================\n             WHO WE SERVE\n        ================================================== -->\n\n        <div class=\"dpup-about-block\">\n\n            <h2>\n                Who We Serve\n            <\/h2>\n\n            <p>\n                DPUP works with a wide range of people and stakeholders,\n                particularly those who face barriers to equal participation\n                and access to opportunities.\n            <\/p>\n\n            <div class=\"dpup-about-beneficiaries\">\n\n                <span class=\"dpup-about-beneficiary\">\n                    Persons with Disabilities\n                <\/span>\n\n                <span class=\"dpup-about-beneficiary\">\n                    Children with Disabilities\n                <\/span>\n\n                <span class=\"dpup-about-beneficiary\">\n                    Women with Disabilities\n                <\/span>\n\n                <span class=\"dpup-about-beneficiary\">\n                    Youth\n                <\/span>\n\n                <span class=\"dpup-about-beneficiary\">\n                    Families &amp; Caregivers\n                <\/span>\n\n                <span class=\"dpup-about-beneficiary\">\n                    Vulnerable Households\n                <\/span>\n\n                <span class=\"dpup-about-beneficiary\">\n                    DPOs &amp; Community Groups\n                <\/span>\n\n                <span class=\"dpup-about-beneficiary\">\n                    Community Institutions\n                <\/span>\n\n            <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n\n        <!-- =================================================\n             KEY AREAS OF WORK\n        ================================================== -->\n\n        <div class=\"dpup-about-block\">\n\n            <h2>\n                Our Key Areas of Work\n            <\/h2>\n\n            <p>\n                DPUP&#8217;s programs and services address interconnected social,\n                economic and environmental challenges. Our key areas include\n                disability rights and advocacy, inclusive education,\n                rehabilitation and assistive services, skills development,\n                employment and livelihoods, women&#8217;s empowerment, community\n                health, climate action, disaster preparedness and community\n                development.\n            <\/p>\n\n            <p>\n                Through these areas of work, DPUP seeks to create opportunities\n                for people to develop skills, access services, strengthen\n                livelihoods, participate in community life and exercise their\n                rights.\n            <\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n\n        <!-- =================================================\n             LEGAL STATUS\n        ================================================== -->\n\n        <div class=\"dpup-about-block dpup-about-legal\">\n\n            <h2>\n                Legal Status &amp; Registration\n            <\/h2>\n\n            <p>\n                DPUP operates as a national Disabled Persons&#8217; Organization\n                with registrations and recognition under relevant government\n                authorities in Bangladesh.\n            <\/p>\n\n            <div class=\"dpup-about-registration\">\n\n                <div class=\"dpup-about-registration-item\">\n\n                    <strong>\n                        NGO Affairs Bureau\n                    <\/strong>\n\n                    <span>\n                        Registration No. 2850<br>\n                        Date: 16 June 2008\n                    <\/span>\n\n                <\/div>\n\n\n                <div class=\"dpup-about-registration-item\">\n\n                    <strong>\n                        Department of Social Services\n                    <\/strong>\n\n                    <span>\n                        Registration No. DH-07135<br>\n                        Date: 30 June 2002\n                    <\/span>\n\n                <\/div>\n\n\n                <div class=\"dpup-about-registration-item\">\n\n                    <strong>\n                        Department of Youth Development\n                    <\/strong>\n\n                    <span>\n                        Registration No. Dhaka-613<br>\n                        Date: 06 April 2006\n                    <\/span>\n\n                <\/div>\n\n            <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n\n        <!-- =================================================\n             ORGANIZATIONAL COMMITMENT\n        ================================================== -->\n\n        <div class=\"dpup-about-highlight\">\n\n            <h2>\n                Our Commitment to Inclusion\n            <\/h2>\n\n            <p>\n                DPUP is committed to ensuring that persons with disabilities\n                are active participants in development rather than passive\n                recipients of assistance. We promote accessibility,\n                participation, accountability and equal opportunity across\n                our programs and organizational activities.\n                <br><br>\n                We believe sustainable change is achieved when people,\n                communities, institutions and development partners work\n                together to identify barriers and create practical solutions.\n                Our commitment is to continue strengthening inclusive\n                development through rights-based advocacy, community action,\n                knowledge sharing and meaningful partnerships.\n            <\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n\n        <!-- =================================================\n             CLOSING\n        ================================================== -->\n\n        <div class=\"dpup-about-cta\">\n\n            <h2>\n                Building an Inclusive Bangladesh Together\n            <\/h2>\n\n            <p>\n                DPUP welcomes collaboration with persons with disabilities,\n                families, communities, DPOs, government institutions, civil\n                society organizations, development partners, researchers,\n                volunteers and other stakeholders who share a commitment to\n                equality, dignity, participation and inclusion.\n            <\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>About DPUP Dristi Protibondhi Unnayan Parishad Building an inclusive, equitable and empowered society where persons with disabilities and vulnerable communities can live with dignity, equality, independence and full participation. Who We Are Dristi Protibondhi Unnayan Parishad (DPUP) is a national Disabled Persons&#8217; Organization working to promote the rights, dignity, inclusion and empowerment of persons with disabilities and vulnerable communities in Bangladesh. Since its establishment in 2002, DPUP has worked to strengthen the participation of persons with disabilities in education, employment, community development, social protection, rehabilitation, advocacy and decision-making. DPUP believes that persons with disabilities should not be viewed only as recipients of services. They should be recognized as rights-holders, active citizens, leaders and equal participants in society. 2002 Year of Establishment 24+ Years of Experience 42,200+ People Reached Through Programs 10+ Development Partners &amp; Donors Our Background DPUP was established with a commitment to improving the lives and opportunities of persons with disabilities through organized community action, rights-based advocacy and inclusive development. Over the years, DPUP has worked with persons with disabilities, families, communities, government institutions, civil society organizations, development partners and other stakeholders. Its activities have included awareness raising, education, rehabilitation, skills development, livelihood support, assistive device distribution, community health, advocacy, women&#8217;s empowerment, youth participation and disaster preparedness. DPUP&#8217;s approach recognizes that disability inclusion requires action across different areas of life. Education, health, livelihoods, accessibility, social protection, participation, climate resilience and human rights are interconnected and therefore need coordinated community-based solutions. M Our Mission To empower persons with disabilities and vulnerable communities by promoting equal rights, accessibility, inclusive education, rehabilitation, skills development, livelihood opportunities, participation and community leadership. DPUP seeks to strengthen the ability of individuals and communities to identify their needs, claim their rights, access opportunities and participate meaningfully in decisions that affect their lives. V Our Vision An inclusive Bangladesh where every person with a disability can live with dignity, equality, independence, safety and full participation in society. We envision communities where diversity is respected, barriers are reduced, opportunities are accessible and persons with disabilities are recognized as equal citizens and contributors to development. Our Goals DPUP works toward practical and sustainable improvements in the lives of persons with disabilities and vulnerable communities through the following broad goals: Promote disability rights and reduce discrimination. Strengthen inclusive and accessible education. Expand skills development and employment opportunities. Support sustainable livelihoods and income generation. Improve access to health and rehabilitation services. Promote access to assistive devices and technologies. Strengthen women&#8217;s and children&#8217;s participation and protection. Develop community-based support and self-help initiatives. Promote climate and disaster resilience for all. Our Core Values Our work is guided by values that place human dignity, participation and accountability at the center of development. Dignity Respecting the worth and choices of every person. Equality Promoting equal rights and opportunities. Inclusion Removing barriers to meaningful participation. Participation Supporting people to influence decisions affecting them. Accountability Working responsibly and transparently. Non-Discrimination Opposing exclusion and unequal treatment. Empowerment Strengthening skills, confidence and leadership. Partnership Working collaboratively for sustainable change. Our Approach DPUP follows a participatory, community-based and rights-focused approach. We seek to ensure that people affected by development challenges are involved in identifying priorities, designing solutions, implementing activities and assessing results. 01 Identify Needs Understand community needs, barriers and priorities through consultation and assessment. 02 Plan Together Develop practical solutions with persons with disabilities, families and community stakeholders. 03 Implement Deliver inclusive programs through community participation and collaborative partnerships. 04 Learn &amp; Improve Monitor progress, learn from experience and improve future interventions. Who We Serve DPUP works with a wide range of people and stakeholders, particularly those who face barriers to equal participation and access to opportunities. Persons with Disabilities Children with Disabilities Women with Disabilities Youth Families &amp; Caregivers Vulnerable Households DPOs &amp; Community Groups Community Institutions Our Key Areas of Work DPUP&#8217;s programs and services address interconnected social, economic and environmental challenges. Our key areas include disability rights and advocacy, inclusive education, rehabilitation and assistive services, skills development, employment and livelihoods, women&#8217;s empowerment, community health, climate action, disaster preparedness and community development. Through these areas of work, DPUP seeks to create opportunities for people to develop skills, access services, strengthen livelihoods, participate in community life and exercise their rights. Legal Status &amp; Registration DPUP operates as a national Disabled Persons&#8217; Organization with registrations and recognition under relevant government authorities in Bangladesh. NGO Affairs Bureau Registration No. 2850 Date: 16 June 2008 Department of Social Services Registration No. DH-07135 Date: 30 June 2002 Department of Youth Development Registration No. Dhaka-613 Date: 06 April 2006 Our Commitment to Inclusion DPUP is committed to ensuring that persons with disabilities are active participants in development rather than passive recipients of assistance. We promote accessibility, participation, accountability and equal opportunity across our programs and organizational activities. We believe sustainable change is achieved when people, communities, institutions and development partners work together to identify barriers and create practical solutions. Our commitment is to continue strengthening inclusive development through rights-based advocacy, community action, knowledge sharing and meaningful partnerships. Building an Inclusive Bangladesh Together DPUP welcomes collaboration with persons with disabilities, families, communities, DPOs, government institutions, civil society organizations, development partners, researchers, volunteers and other stakeholders who share a commitment to equality, dignity, participation and inclusion.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"postBodyCss":"","postBodyMargin":[],"postBodyPadding":[],"postBodyBackground":{"backgroundType":"classic","gradient":""},"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"disabled","ast-banner-title-visibility":"disabled","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","ast-disable-related-posts":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"_xspeed_no_cache":false,"_xspeed_expiry_hours":0,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-946","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"rttpg_featured_image_url":null,"rttpg_author":{"display_name":"tarek","author_link":"https:\/\/dpup.dpo-bangladesh.org\/index.php\/author\/tarek\/"},"rttpg_comment":0,"rttpg_category":null,"rttpg_excerpt":"About DPUP Dristi Protibondhi Unnayan Parishad Building an inclusive, equitable and empowered society where persons with disabilities and vulnerable communities can live with dignity, equality, independence and full participation. 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