ZPMP v SR

Združenie na pomoc ľuďom s mentálnym postihnutím v Slovenskej republike (ZPMP v SR) is a nonprofit organization working to ensure that people with intellectual disabilities can exercise their basic human rights and participate fully in everyday life. Its goals include supporting access to education, employment, recreation, family life, friendships, and acceptance.

The organization provides free basic and specialist social counselling for people with intellectual disabilities and their families, along with practical information and guidance. Through its Centre BIVIO, it offers adult learning and interest-based courses, as well as vocational preparation and rehabilitation. BIVIO is also described as an integration-focused social enterprise and educational and rehabilitation centre. ZPMP in SR organizes recreational and integration stays, workshops, and events that encourage inclusion and self-advocacy. Its activities also include the annual Day of Crooked Mirrors, which celebrates people with intellectual disabilities, and the national ZPMP Art Salon, showcasing their creative work. The organization publishes resources on intellectual disability, early intervention, lifelong learning, and self-advocacy, and works to promote equal rights and inclusive opportunities across Slovakia.