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 38 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
Ukraine – Life in L’Arche in a time of war
"You are probably wondering how our L'Arche community in Ukraine is doing. We continue to work despite regular rocket attacks
Read morePublication of the Study Commission’s report
On 30 January 2023, the members of the Study Commission – set up in November 2020 by L’Arche International – published their report.
Read moreSpecial Report – Crisis in Ukraine
The wider Federation of L’Arche and our global friends have shown tremendous solidarity over the past nine months towards our friends, colleagues and communities in Ukraine.
Read moreCampaigning together for friendship
As a community of people with and without an intellectual disability, L’Arche stands against discrimination. L’Arche stands with the billion individuals across the world spotlighted by the United Nations on December 3, the International Day of People with Disabilities.
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