The final paper is based on the presentation and analysis of data on the position of persons with disabilities in the social welfare system in the Republic of Croatia. In the paper, relevant terms are defined and clarified by analysing the available literature on the issue of the position of persons with disabilities in the social welfare system in the Republic of Croatia. People with disabilities make up 16% of the population of the Republic of Croatia. People with disabilities need to be empowered so that they can take control of their own lives. The aforementioned can be achieved through a regulated system of social welfare in order to provide adequate assistance to persons with disabilities and provide a system of benefits and services that would enable them to participate equally in all aspects of life, especially in the social aspect. It is necessary to raise the level of society's awareness of how people with disabilities should be viewed as equals, and disability as part of human diversity. The current position of people with disabilities in the social welfare system in the Republic of Croatia has improved significantly over the years, and people with disabilities today enjoy better social rights and other benefits. Despite this, the position of persons with disabilities in the social welfare system is still faced with certain shortcomings that should be changed. Additional efforts are needed to meet all their needs and enable them to participate actively in society. Improving the position of persons with disabilities represents a systematic and permanent obligation of the state to improve their position in the social welfare system. A significant contribution to this would be achieved through an inclusive approach while ensuring an increase in support for persons with disabilities, families who care for them, and establishing a quality network of services in the community.