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IDA - Invisible Disabilities Association
MISSION & VISION
The Invisible Disabilities® Association (IDA) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit. IDA is about believing. We believe you! The frequently invisible nature of illness and pain may lead to disbelief about that illness or pain by those surrounding the person who lives daily with invisible disabilities. This disbelief can lead to misunderstandings, rejection by friends, family and health care providers. It may also lead to accusations of laziness or faking an illness. We are passionate about providing awareness that invisible illness, pain and disabilities are very real! Our mission is to encourage, educate and connect people and organizations touched by illness, pain and disability around the globe.
Invisible Disabilities® Association Community (IDAC) – We have hosted online communities since 1999. In 2015, we were selected as a Trusted Partner and launched the IDAC on the Inspire platform. With the IDAC now on Inspire, our members have access to over 200 support communities, more than 100 Trusted Partners like IDA and over 750,000 members! The IDAC connects patients, families, friends and caregivers for support and inspiration.
INVISIBLE DISABILITIES® WEEK
The third week in October is a time to share your journey with invisible disabilities. In 2015, three US Governors joined together in proclaiming invisible disabilities week. Each day during IDW offers an opportunity to share your invisible disability story, tell a friend, wear blue or an Invisible No More® wristband and let people know who and what you are thankful for. All of the IDW events are online and available around the world.