The mission statement of Lebenshilfe Austria forms the basis of our development. Those basic principles are based on the UN Convention on the Rights of People with Disabilities. This states that all human beings are free and equal in dignity and rights. Lebenshilfe sees itself as a companion to the inclusion of social participation by people with disabilities. The exchange and expertise of those people, their relatives and employees are the main pillars. The dialogue with representatives of politics, the public, civil society and citizens are also included in the area of responsibility.

A major concern is to value the differences and abilities of each individual, regardless of the need for support. The organization wants to guarantee participation, self-determination and options for all people individually. The intention is to achieve an inclusive society in Austria based on the UN Convention on the Rights of People with Disabilities. The primary goal is to support people with disabilities and promote self-determination. Offers and further training for honorary, voluntary and full-time employees are also created. Lebenshilfe Austria thus embodies service providers and interest groups. They believe in an inclusive society in which all people live together with respect in their diversity and differences.


(Lebenshilfe Tirol, 2021)