Voice of the Disabled - VOD

Voice of the Disabled - VOD To advocate, educate, socialize, rehabilitate, raise awareness and encourage independence for persons with disabilities in St. Vincent & the Grenadines. 🇻🇨 Mrs.

Voice of the Disabled is an organisation that represents persons who are differently abled throughout St. Vincent and the Grenadines. It was founded by Mrs. Cheryl Adams and seventeen other members with disabilities, on 22 October 2016. Adams is an educator who is visually impaired. She worked for 20 years at the School for Children with Special Needs in Georgetown, St. Her duties included Braille instruction, leading singing and music classes for students, teaching IT lessons and providing clerical support to the school. "Due to the many issues and challenges faced by persons with disability in SVG, I strongly feel the call of God on my life, to advocate on behalf of persons with disabilities. Twice while sitting at home, I heard a voice asking me, Why don't you be an advocator for persons with disability? Hence, the reason this group was formed."

-Mrs. Cheryl Adams
Founder & President of VOD

Check out our new VOD website
08/10/2025

Check out our new VOD website

📣 Come out and march with us as we celebrate International White Cane Day! Wednesday, October 15 at 10 AM, from the brid...
07/10/2025

📣 Come out and march with us as we celebrate International White Cane Day! Wednesday, October 15 at 10 AM, from the bridge in Biabou to the Evangelical Church!

"If all of the organisations would come together, mountains would move. I think more should be done for people with disa...
02/10/2025

"If all of the organisations would come together, mountains would move. I think more should be done for people with disabilities."

Mickron, a member of VOD, spoke passionately about his desire to see improvement of support and services for persons who are differently abled in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. He expressed that collaboration, team work and meaningful partnership with similar organisations, would be a powerful way to create change.

The results are much greater when we do things together. Everyone must play their part. 🙌🏾The VOD staff along with Mr. W...
24/09/2025

The results are much greater when we do things together. Everyone must play their part. 🙌🏾

The VOD staff along with Mr. Williams and his team, worked together to prepare soil and plant seedlings for the VOD greenhouse.

We are looking forward to watching our little seeds transform and grow! 🌱

Community engagement is an important part of VOD's mission. The team recently performed outreach in Biabou. During their...
22/09/2025

Community engagement is an important part of VOD's mission. The team recently performed outreach in Biabou. During their visit, they interacted with students, educators, local businesses, health centre workers and other members of the community. VOD staff shared information about Voice of the Disabled programmes and encouraged community members to continue to be considerate and respectful to one another, despite differences.

"You have to have the mind and the courage. You can't sit down and say, I'm not cut out for this, I'm not cut out for th...
28/08/2025

"You have to have the mind and the courage. You can't sit down and say, I'm not cut out for this, I'm not cut out for that. I have confidence in myself, even when it's hard. I will push through."

Simonique, a member of VOD and a dedicated employee, shared her strategies for overcoming learning challenges and staying motivated, despite being differently abled. Simonique also mentioned that her church community has been a source of encouragement for reading and self-esteem.

Happy Friday to you from the team at Voice of the Disabled! We send you our love and cheer. Life has its challenges, les...
22/08/2025

Happy Friday to you from the team at Voice of the Disabled! We send you our love and cheer.

Life has its challenges, lessons and beautiful moments, too. As you navigate your path, be sure to take care of yourself. Each day is a blessing and a new chance to try again. We are grateful. We give thanks.

Enjoy your weekend and please stay safe.

On Tuesday, Voice of the Disabled delivered a professional development session to staff members from all three sites of ...
20/08/2025

On Tuesday, Voice of the Disabled delivered a professional development session to staff members from all three sites of the School for Children with Special Needs, in preparation for the new school year.

The session titled, "Transition Planning for Students with Disabilities," was facilitated by Ms. Rigby, VOD's Peace Corps Volunteer. Activities included an overview of VOD's purpose and work in the community, discussion about the unique needs of diverse students and strategies for improving support at the special needs schools across SVG.

Thank you for inviting VOD to take part in your PD week! All the best for the new year!

VOD will continue to raise awareness, provide learning opportunities, engage in advocacy, perform outreach and support efforts to enhance the lives of persons with disabilities in St. Vincent and the Grenadines.

"As long as the person can do the work, give them the opportunity." Kaiver, a member of VOD who is visually impaired, sh...
20/08/2025

"As long as the person can do the work, give them the opportunity."

Kaiver, a member of VOD who is visually impaired, shared his thoughts about inclusion in the workforce, fair treatment and ensuring that talented persons are not overlooked or excluded, because of differences.

VOD is a woman-led organisation and we are proud to support the efforts of other women in the community. A team member v...
20/08/2025

VOD is a woman-led organisation and we are proud to support the efforts of other women in the community. A team member visited local vendors at the FarmHers Market hosted by Helen's Daughters at Calliaqua Playing Field, SVG on Saturday, 2 August.

This is a great initiative that highlights local women's work in agriculture. 🌱

"I can be changed by what happens to me. But I refuse to be reduced by it." -Maya Angelou VOD members have been anxiousl...
06/08/2025

"I can be changed by what happens to me. But I refuse to be reduced by it." -Maya Angelou

VOD members have been anxiously waiting to return to the centre where they learn and connect with others in a safe and inclusive environment.

The organisation is dependent upon donations and grant funds for operation. We recently completed our projects and did not have enough resources to continue to provide safe transportation to members, serve meals or host weekly sessions for 3 months.

We are grateful for those persons, near and far, who believe in VOD's mission, understand the importance of the work that we do and continue to support our initiatives. Special thanks to Pastor Afesha Millette of the Methodist Church of the Caribbean and the Americas. Your kind gesture was well received by VOD members! 🙌🏾 We appreciate you.

Our members enjoy learning new craft techniques and working with diverse materials. Mr. Cato from SVG Adult and Continui...
06/08/2025

Our members enjoy learning new craft techniques and working with diverse materials. Mr. Cato from SVG Adult and Continuing Education does an excellent job instructing Bamboo Craft sessions and encouraging members to explore their creative abilities!

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