L'Arche International

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L'Arche International

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        Dates of existence

        1964-

        History

        L'Arche is an international not-for-profit organization that creates and operates supportive communities and programs for people with intellectual disabilities. The organization was founded in 1964 by Jean Vanier, with the establishment of the first community in Trosly-Breuil, France.

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        L'Arche International is organized into communities, which operate independently at national and regional levels. Each community consists of homes, apartments, and programs. As of 2021, L'Arche International encompasses 156 communities, operating in 38 countries and across 5 continents.

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        http://viaf.org/viaf/131071888

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        Revised by J Gilmore, 29 January 2022.

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