Technical Assistance Learning Summary

This learning review summarizes lessons learned about key grantee achievements and the role DRF has played in providing support, if any, over a five-year period.  A total of 70 organizations across four regions completed the questionnaire. The questionnaire was administered between April-May 2022. 

Key achievements noted by three quarters of the organizations included: 

• Becoming stronger functioning organizations, with clear membership, organizational and governance systems and structures, and robust policies in place. This was particularly emphasized for newer organizations.  

• Greater visibility and recognition of the OPD as a credible, functioning, and trusted organization, which opened doors for partnerships and advocacy success. 

• Building stronger networks and movements, including representation on varied decision-making platforms within and outside of the disability community at local and national level. This capacity for stronger networking was a strong cross-cutting theme for success in advocacy, a role that DRF facilitated.  

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