We are Leonard Cheshire UK – supporting individuals to live, learn and work as independently as they choose, whatever their ability.We support individuals to live, learn and work as independently as they choose, whatever their ability.

Core values

- They support over 435,645 people and organizations, with a direct reach of 98,871 people, including 71,866 people with disabilities[1][3].
- They work to address daily barriers faced by people with disabilities, promoting independence, inclusivity, and equality[1][3].
- They partner with global actors like the World Bank, UNESCO, and the International Labour Organization to advance knowledge on disability inclusion in sectors such as employment, education, and digital inclusion[1][3].
- They provide life-changing social care, education, and employment opportunities, and have initiatives that change attitudes and reduce stigma in communities[1][3][5].
- They have a strong commitment to inclusive education, ensuring children with disabilities can access education equitably during and after the COVID-19 pandemic[5].