Our work is simple. Across the world we invite people with and without intellectual disabilities to build community together.
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Imagine the world differently
We bring people with and without intellectual disabilities together. Allowing each to benefit from living together, working together and learning from one another.
Whatever shape and size these communities take, they are mutual and transformative – changing the way that we each see ourselves and shaping how the world sees people with disability.
What we offer
A welcoming community
Life changing career opportunities
A global vision
In 37 countries on 5 continents
Today, there are more than 150 communities and nearly 30 projects around the world from Argentina to Zimbabwe.
Our stories
Latest News
Special olympics – Achieving your personal best
An Olympic medal! Who hasn’t dreamt of that at some time in their life? And for Christian Gerro of L’Arche Antigonish, Canada, his dream has now become a reality.
Read moreIn Ukraine, L’Arche provides stable community for survivor’s healing
They enjoyed an idyllic life in Bakhmut, Ukraine until the war came to their front yard. "His tracksuit pants were drying on the street,” Lyudmyla said. “He went out to get them. He opens the door and that's it. An explosion."
Read moreFederation Assembly June 2023
L’Arche members from around the world are gathering for the International Federation Assembly, between the 20th and 24th of June 2023
Read moreVisit to L’Arche Ukraine communities
Stephan Posner (International Leader of L'Arche) and Basia Wójcik (International Envoy) visited the two L'Arche communities in Ukraine: Lviv and Ternopil. On their return, here are some words they would like to share with you.
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