SELF-DIRECTED SUPPORT NETWORK
OUR ROOTS
In 2017, with support from the European Union's Erasmus+ programme, we created a network for learning about self-directed support called the SKILLS project. The SKILLS project developed a range of resources to help countries develop systems of self-directed support. In 2019 we were awarded a further 3 years of funding to strengthen and extend this network and to advance self-directed support across the whole of Europe.
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The project is led by KVPS and is managed in partnership with the Finnish National Agency for Education. However, although the hub is based in Europe, we welcome membership from leaders on self-directed support from around the world.
WHAT WE DO
The network works to advance self-directed support. In particular:
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Share information on best practice, research.
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Offer training and support to each other.
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Map progress on self-directed support around the world.
MEMBERS
At the moment the network is made up of the following organisations:
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Australia - Western Australia Individualised Services (WAIS)
Canada - Canadian Institute for Inclusion and Citizenship (CIIC)
England - Centre for Welfare Reform
England - Self-Directed Futures
Europe - the European Association of Service Providers for Persons with Disabilities - EASPD
Finland - Suunta
Greece - Puzzle
Italy - Anffas
Lithuania - Samanta SavickaitÄ—, KlaipÄ—da University
New Zealand - Manawanui
Scotland - In Control Scotland
Spain - Fundación Aprocor & Plena Inclusión
USA - In Control Wisconsin
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We welcome new members - If you are trying to develop self-directed support, personal budgets or other similar changes in your country or region then please contact us to explore how you could join the network.
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The SDS Network is part of Citizen Network.