To achieve self-determination and full citizenship for persons with disabilities by promoting awareness, opportunities, choices and participation in all aspects of life in the Northwest Territories.

• recognized as unique individuals with the right to self-determination;
• given the opportunity and support to make individual choices in seeking to create their preferred lifestyle;
• empowered to make decisions independently and/or interdependently with the support of people of their choosing;
• able to live with equality in an open, caring, supportive and accessible community;
• able to fully participate and make their contributions in all aspects of community life;
• able to pursue their own interests, to find jobs, to build careers and to enjoy volunteer opportunities around these interests;
• aware of all the options and opportunities that exist within their community and the NWT; and,
• able to live, learn, work and enjoy leisure time in safety.