DWAL was developed to promote and ensure disability equality within the social housing sector. However, it has now expanded to cover all aspects of service provision, from the small shop to the largest local authority.

It offers training to front line staff, advice and audits on accessibility (physical, sensory and attitude), and can play a strategic role within organisations by helping develop workable policies, procedures and action plans.

FACT - 42% of social housing tenants have a long-term limiting illness or impairment
(source - MORI poll for Housing Corporation)