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NCDA Press Releases

𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗢𝗙 STRONG 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗠𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 | 𝗔𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗖𝗶𝗿𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮 | 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟴, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 It has come to the attention of the Council of a viral reel post circulating on social media showing physical injury/maltreatment and potential public ridicule against a man with physical disability. In the reel, a man with crutches was smacked on the head, finger pointed at, and possibly mocked by the man in an unidentified city uniform. This physical assault led the man with crutches to go away, experiencing public humiliation. We, the National Council on Disability Affairs, strongly condemn such maltreatments and other similar degrading and inhumane acts against persons with disability. Physical injury and/or maltreatment is a criminal act in direct violation of Article 266 of the Revised Penal Code (RPC). Moreover, if the case has been filed and the accused be found guilty of public ridicule, he is also liable to RA 9442, otherwise known as the Magna Carta for Persons with Disability. Any individual or group found committing such abominable offenses of physically injuring /maltreating and publicly ridiculing persons with disability shall be liable to corresponding fines and/or imprisonment as stipulated under Article 266 of RPC and RA 9442. We call on relevant authorities, including the Department of Interior and Local Government, law enforcement agencies such as the Philippine National Police (PNP), and the Persons with Disabilities Offices (PDAOs) to intensify their efforts to monitor and apprehend abusive individuals who are clearly in violation of human rights, more importantly committed against vulnerable sectors such as persons with disability. Furthermore, we urge the public to be vigilant and to report cases of similar criminal acts committed against persons with disabilities to the PNP, Persons with Disabilities Offices (PDAOs), and NCDA through council@ncda.gov.ph. As the national lead agency on disability affairs, NCDA reaffirms its unwavering commitment to promote and protect the rights of persons with disabilities. We stand firm in upholding respect for their inherent dignity and call on all sectors of society to join us in rejecting and condemning all forms of human rights violation against the disability community. — National Council on Disability Affairs #Fightfordisabilityright #Galanginhuwaghamakin

𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗢𝗙 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗠𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 | 𝗔𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗖𝗶𝗿𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮

𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗢𝗙 𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗖𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗖𝗜𝗟 𝗢𝗡 𝗗𝗜𝗦𝗔𝗕𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗔𝗙𝗙𝗔𝗜𝗥𝗦 | 𝗢𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗩𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 '𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗝𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗴' 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗮 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 | 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟬𝟴, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 The National Council on Disability Affairs (NCDA) issues this firm call to all political candidates, parties, and campaign teams: stop using persons with disabilities as props, tools, or emotional triggers for political gain. We have witnessed far too many political campaigns—past and present—where persons with disabilities are included in photos, videos, or public events not for genuine inclusion, bust as instruments of pity, to dramatize hardship, or to gain public sympathy. This practice is not only insensitive—it is exploitative, unethical, and contrary to both national laws and international human rights standards. Persons with disabilities are not campaign decorations. They are not stories to be featured simply to provoke emotion or to serve campaign narratives. They are individuals with names, lives, talents, families, dreams, and rights. They deserve genuine respect—not to be used as part of a public relations strategy. The Philippines, as a signatory to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD), has a clear obligation to promote and protect the full and equal enjoyment of all human rights and fundamental freedoms by persons with disabilities. Article 1 of the UNCRPD affirms this commitment by stating that the Convention exists to ensure the dignity and rights of all persons with disabilities. In our domestic law, Republic Act No. 9442, which amends the Magna Carta for Disabled Persons (RA 7277), strictly prohibits any form of discrimination, exploitation, or misrepresentation of persons with disabilities, including in political and media settings. Any use of a person’s disability for visual manipulation, emotional appeal, or campaign tactics may result in legal, ethical, or administrative consequences. If you are aspiring for public office, you are expected to lead by example. You are expected to protect the dignity of every Filipino, especially those who are often excluded and marginalized. Do not use persons with disabilities to promote your candidacy. Do not use their image or story unless there is informed consent and the engagement is respectful and grounded in authentic partnership. Do not stage situations for the camera, nor reduce the real struggles and victories of persons with disabilities into political props. Instead, engage with legitimate organizations of persons with disabilities (OPDs), support programs that advance their access and empowerment, include them as active participants in your platforms, and represent them truthfully—not as victims, but as equal members of our democracy. To our fellow Filipinos with disabilities: now is the time to stand firm and protect your dignity. Do not let yourselves be used by campaigns that do not recognize your worth or rights. Raise your voice, participate in civic life, and let the nation see your leadership, your strength, and your rightful place in society. To the public, we urge you to remain vigilant. Be discerning of campaign narratives. If you see persons with disabilities being used in ways that are exploitative, tokenistic, or insincere, speak out. Demand more than feel-good stories—demand real inclusion, genuine consultation, and policies that create lasting impact. This issue goes beyond campaign strategy. It reflects our national character and the way we treat or most vulnerable citizens. When we allow the use of persons with disabilities as campaign tools, we enable the continuation of discrimination and inequality. Let us instead foster a political culture where every person, regardless of ability, is seen, heard, and valued equally. The NCDA stands united with all Filipinos in defending the dignity, rights, and voice of persons with disabilities. Together, let us build a political environment that is humane, inclusive, respectful, and just. National Council on Disability Affairs (NCDA) #Fightfordisabilityright #Galanginhuwaghamakin
𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗢𝗙 𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗖𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗖𝗜𝗟 𝗢𝗡 𝗗𝗜𝗦𝗔𝗕𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗔𝗙𝗙𝗔𝗜𝗥𝗦 | 𝗢𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗩𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 '𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗝𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗴' 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗮 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 | 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟬𝟴, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 The National Council on Disability Affairs (NCDA) issues this firm call to all political candidates, parties, and campaign teams: stop using persons with disabilities as props, tools, or emotional triggers for political gain. We have witnessed far too many political campaigns—past and present—where persons with disabilities are included in photos, videos, or public events not for genuine inclusion, bust as instruments of pity, to dramatize hardship, or to gain public sympathy. This practice is not only insensitive—it is exploitative, unethical, and contrary to both national laws and international human rights standards. Persons with disabilities are not campaign decorations. They are not stories to be featured simply to provoke emotion or to serve campaign narratives. They are individuals with names, lives, talents, families, dreams, and rights. They deserve genuine respect—not to be used as part of a public relations strategy. The Philippines, as a signatory to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD), has a clear obligation to promote and protect the full and equal enjoyment of all human rights and fundamental freedoms by persons with disabilities. Article 1 of the UNCRPD affirms this commitment by stating that the Convention exists to ensure the dignity and rights of all persons with disabilities. In our domestic law, Republic Act No. 9442, which amends the Magna Carta for Disabled Persons (RA 7277), strictly prohibits any form of discrimination, exploitation, or misrepresentation of persons with disabilities, including in political and media settings. Any use of a person’s disability for visual manipulation, emotional appeal, or campaign tactics may result in legal, ethical, or administrative consequences. If you are aspiring for public office, you are expected to lead by example. You are expected to protect the dignity of every Filipino, especially those who are often excluded and marginalized. Do not use persons with disabilities to promote your candidacy. Do not use their image or story unless there is informed consent and the engagement is respectful and grounded in authentic partnership. Do not stage situations for the camera, nor reduce the real struggles and victories of persons with disabilities into political props. Instead, engage with legitimate organizations of persons with disabilities (OPDs), support programs that advance their access and empowerment, include them as active participants in your platforms, and represent them truthfully—not as victims, but as equal members of our democracy. To our fellow Filipinos with disabilities: now is the time to stand firm and protect your dignity. Do not let yourselves be used by campaigns that do not recognize your worth or rights. Raise your voice, participate in civic life, and let the nation see your leadership, your strength, and your rightful place in society. To the public, we urge you to remain vigilant. Be discerning of campaign narratives. If you see persons with disabilities being used in ways that are exploitative, tokenistic, or insincere, speak out. Demand more than feel-good stories—demand real inclusion, genuine consultation, and policies that create lasting impact. This issue goes beyond campaign strategy. It reflects our national character and the way we treat or most vulnerable citizens. When we allow the use of persons with disabilities as campaign tools, we enable the continuation of discrimination and inequality. Let us instead foster a political culture where every person, regardless of ability, is seen, heard, and valued equally. The NCDA stands united with all Filipinos in defending the dignity, rights, and voice of persons with disabilities. Together, let us build a political environment that is humane, inclusive, respectful, and just. National Council on Disability Affairs (NCDA) #Fightfordisabilityright #Galanginhuwaghamakin

Statement of NCDA on the Viral Video Posted by “The Journal Pasig Regarding the Use of a Person with Disability in Local Politics

𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗢𝗙 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗠𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 | 𝗢𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗥𝗶𝗱𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗮 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗼 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 | 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟳, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 The National Council on Disability Affairs (NCDA) expresses its deep outrage and strongest condemnation over the recent viral video circulating on social media, which shows a group of four men mocking and ridiculing an elderly woman with disability in Barangay Dela Paz, Antipolo City, on March 31, 2025. This act is not just offensive—it is criminal. What these individuals committed is Public Ridicule, a clear violation of Republic Act No. 9442, which amends the Magna Carta for Disabled Persons (RA 7277). Under Section 7 of this law, persons with disabilities are to be protected from public ridicule, mockery, and any form of humiliation that degrades their personhood. This behavior is unacceptable. It is cruel. It is illegal. We remind everyone: Mocking or making fun of persons with disabilities is a punishable offense under Philippine law. Perpetrators may face fines and imprisonment. No one is above the law. The NCDA fully supports the legal action being pursued by the concerned parties and commends the Barangay for issuing the necessary Certificate to File Action. We urge law enforcement authorities, especially the Philippine National Police (PNP), local government units, and Persons with Disabilities Affairs Offices (PDAOs) to ensure that the perpetrators are identified, apprehended, and brought to justice without delay. TO ALL GOVERNMENT AGENCIES AND THE PUBLIC: THIS MUST STOP NOW We call on the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), the PNP, and local authorities to: • Intensify monitoring of social media and public spaces for incidents of abuse. • Immediately respond to complaints involving ridicule or harassment of persons with disabilities. • Educate communities about the dignity and rights of PWDs. • Protect vulnerable individuals, especially those who cannot always defend themselves. TO THE FILIPINO PUBLIC We urge every Filipino: • Speak out. Do not be silent in the face of cruelty. • If you witness similar acts—report them immediately to your local Barangay, PNP, PDAOs, or the NCDA via council@ncda.gov.ph. This is not just about one viral video. This is about who we are as a society. Let us prove that we are a nation that protects its most vulnerable, and that dignity is not negotiable—regardless of age, gender, or ability. We will not tolerate cruelty. We will not normalize disrespect. We will fight for justice, and we invite every Filipino to stand with us. #FightForDisabilityRights #GalanginHuwagHamakin #JusticeForPWDs
𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗢𝗙 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗠𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 | 𝗢𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗥𝗶𝗱𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗮 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗼 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 | 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟳, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 The National Council on Disability Affairs (NCDA) expresses its deep outrage and strongest condemnation over the recent viral video circulating on social media, which shows a group of four men mocking and ridiculing an elderly woman with disability in Barangay Dela Paz, Antipolo City, on March 31, 2025. This act is not just offensive—it is criminal. What these individuals committed is Public Ridicule, a clear violation of Republic Act No. 9442, which amends the Magna Carta for Disabled Persons (RA 7277). Under Section 7 of this law, persons with disabilities are to be protected from public ridicule, mockery, and any form of humiliation that degrades their personhood. This behavior is unacceptable. It is cruel. It is illegal. We remind everyone: Mocking or making fun of persons with disabilities is a punishable offense under Philippine law. Perpetrators may face fines and imprisonment. No one is above the law. The NCDA fully supports the legal action being pursued by the concerned parties and commends the Barangay for issuing the necessary Certificate to File Action. We urge law enforcement authorities, especially the Philippine National Police (PNP), local government units, and Persons with Disabilities Affairs Offices (PDAOs) to ensure that the perpetrators are identified, apprehended, and brought to justice without delay. TO ALL GOVERNMENT AGENCIES AND THE PUBLIC: THIS MUST STOP NOW We call on the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), the PNP, and local authorities to: • Intensify monitoring of social media and public spaces for incidents of abuse. • Immediately respond to complaints involving ridicule or harassment of persons with disabilities. • Educate communities about the dignity and rights of PWDs. • Protect vulnerable individuals, especially those who cannot always defend themselves. TO THE FILIPINO PUBLIC We urge every Filipino: • Speak out. Do not be silent in the face of cruelty. • If you witness similar acts—report them immediately to your local Barangay, PNP, PDAOs, or the NCDA via council@ncda.gov.ph. This is not just about one viral video. This is about who we are as a society. Let us prove that we are a nation that protects its most vulnerable, and that dignity is not negotiable—regardless of age, gender, or ability. We will not tolerate cruelty. We will not normalize disrespect. We will fight for justice, and we invite every Filipino to stand with us. #FightForDisabilityRights #GalanginHuwagHamakin #JusticeForPWDs

Statement of Condemnation on the Public Ridicule of a Senior Woman with Disability in Antipolo City

"𝗡𝗖𝗗𝗔 𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗬: The National Council on Disability Affairs has received reports about the unauthorized use of the NCDA logo for solicitation which misleads the public and undermines the integrity of our services. We strongly condemn such actions and warn the public that individuals and groups using the Council’s name and logo without authority may face criminal prosecution and jail time. NCDA explicitly clarifies that no individual or entity was given permission to use the Council’s name and logo for any solicitation, recruitment, production of materials, or online promotions. The Council emphasizes that the unauthorized use of the NCDA logo by individuals or entities without written permission, endorsement, or approval by the Council is engaging in deceptive practices and shall be dealt with to the fullest extent of the law. Under Article 177 of the Revised Penal Code, usurpation of authority or official functions is committed when a person knowingly and falsely represent himself to be an officer, agent or representative of any department or agency of the Philippine Government or of any foreign government, or who, under pretense of official position, shall perform any act pertaining to any person in authority or public officer of the Philippine Government or any foreign government, or any agency thereof, without being lawfully entitled to do so. Violators found guilty of this crime shall be meted with punishment of imprisonment. To prevent potential fraud and misinformation, we strongly advise the public to be vigilant by verifying first the authenticity of any communication or transaction with entities claiming to represent the Council.NCDA likewise advise the public to immediately report to the Council any encounter with individuals or group claiming to represent NCDA through council@ncda.gov.ph. We appreciate your cooperation in ensuring the integrity and reputation of NCDA as we safeguard the rights, inclusion, and empowerment of persons with disabilities. #NCDA #DisabilityRights #InclusivePilipinas"
"𝗡𝗖𝗗𝗔 𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗬: The National Council on Disability Affairs has received reports about the unauthorized use of the NCDA logo for solicitation which misleads the public and undermines the integrity of our services. We strongly condemn such actions and warn the public that individuals and groups using the Council’s name and logo without authority may face criminal prosecution and jail time. NCDA explicitly clarifies that no individual or entity was given permission to use the Council’s name and logo for any solicitation, recruitment, production of materials, or online promotions. The Council emphasizes that the unauthorized use of the NCDA logo by individuals or entities without written permission, endorsement, or approval by the Council is engaging in deceptive practices and shall be dealt with to the fullest extent of the law. Under Article 177 of the Revised Penal Code, usurpation of authority or official functions is committed when a person knowingly and falsely represent himself to be an officer, agent or representative of any department or agency of the Philippine Government or of any foreign government, or who, under pretense of official position, shall perform any act pertaining to any person in authority or public officer of the Philippine Government or any foreign government, or any agency thereof, without being lawfully entitled to do so. Violators found guilty of this crime shall be meted with punishment of imprisonment. To prevent potential fraud and misinformation, we strongly advise the public to be vigilant by verifying first the authenticity of any communication or transaction with entities claiming to represent the Council.NCDA likewise advise the public to immediately report to the Council any encounter with individuals or group claiming to represent NCDA through council@ncda.gov.ph. We appreciate your cooperation in ensuring the integrity and reputation of NCDA as we safeguard the rights, inclusion, and empowerment of persons with disabilities. #NCDA #DisabilityRights #InclusivePilipinas"

NCDA Warns Against Unauthorized Use of Logo for Solicitation

NCDA Announcements

18th World Autism Awareness Day Theme: Employment: The Autism Advantage April 2, 2025

18th World Autism Awareness Day

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National Council on Disbaility Affairs leads the nation in celebrating the 21st Women with Disabilities Day (Proclamation No. 744 s. 2004) Theme: Kababaihang Maykapansanan: Katuwang sa Pag-angat sa Bagong Pilipinas March 31, 2025

21st Women with Disabilities Day

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2025 National Women's Month Theme: Babae sa Lahat ng Sektor, Aangat ang Bukas sa Bagong Pilipinas March 1-31, 2025

2025 National Women’s Month

January- national autism consciousness week - Third week of January Proclamation No. 711, s. 1996 National cancer consciousness week - Proclamation No. 1348 , s. 1974 February - national down syndrome consciousness month - Month of February Proclamation No. 157, s. 2002 WORLD CANCER DAY - February 4 Global uniting initiative led by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) National intellectual disability week - February 14 to 20 Proclamation No. 1385, s. 1975 National Rare disease week - Fourth week of February March - world hearing day - March 3 world down syndrome day - March 21 United Nations General Assembly declaration (UNGA) Res 66/149 women with disabilities day - Last Monday of March Proclamation No. 744, s. 2004 April - world autism awareness day - April 2 United Nations General Assembly declaration (UNGA) Resolution 62/139 July - national disability rights week - July 17 to 23 Proclamation No. 597, s. 2024 August - white cane safety day - August 1 White Cane Act - Republic Act 6759, s. 1989 September - cerebral palsy awareness and protection week - September 16 to 22 Proclamation No. 588, s. 2004 November - deaf awareness week - November 10 to 16 Proclamation No. 829, s. 1991 December - international day of persons with disabilities in the philippines - December 3 Proclamation No. 1157, s. 2006 (UN General Assembly resolution 47/3, s. 1992)

NCDA Calendar of Disability Celebrations 2025

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FEMALE

0

MALE

Symbol of three men standing with a circle x drawing in front
0

PSYCHOSOCIAL DISABILITY

0

FEMALE

0

MALE

Symbol of man riding on a wheelchair
0

PHYSICAL DISABILITY

0

FEMALE

0

MALE

Symbol of ear with a rectangle piercing diagonally
0

DEAF AND HARD-OF-HEARING

0

FEMALE

0

MALE

Symbol of ribbon pin
0

CANCER

0

FEMALE

0

MALE

Six-footed insect with small worm inside a hexagon and being seen on a magnifying lens
0

RARE DISEASE

0

FEMALE

0

MALE

Total number of Persons with Disabilities Per Geographical Region

Department of Health (DOH) Data as of April 7, 2025

0

Region I - Ilocos Region

0

FEMALE

0

MALE

0

Region II - Cagayan Valley

0

FEMALE

0

MALE

0

Region III - Central Luzon

0

FEMALE

0

MALE

0

National Capital Region

0

FEMALE

0

MALE

0

Region IVA - Calabarzon

0

FEMALE

0

MALE

0

Region IVB - Mimaropa

0

FEMALE

0

MALE

0

Region V - Bicol Region

0

FEMALE

0

MALE

0

Region VI - Western Visayas

0

FEMALE

0

MALE

0

Region VII - Central Visayas

0

FEMALE

0

MALE

0

Region VIII - Eastern Visayas

0

FEMALE

0

MALE

0

Region IX - Zamboanga Peninsula

0

FEMALE

0

MALE

0

Region X - Northern Mindanao

0

FEMALE

0

MALE

0

Region XI - Davao Region

0

FEMALE

0

MALE

0

Region XII - Soccsksargen

0

FEMALE

0

MALE

0

Region XIII - Caraga

0

FEMALE

0

MALE

0

Cordillera Administrative Region

0

FEMALE

0

MALE

0

BARMM

0

FEMALE

0

MALE

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International Day of Persons With Disabilities NCDA Tarpaulin for December 3, 2024 with the theme Amplifying the Leadership of Persons With Disabilities for an inclusive and sustainable future.

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DOWNLOADABLE PUBLICATIONS ON DISABILITY

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Cover page of Manual on Disability Support Services A Guide for Public and Private Sector featuring How to Establish the Disability Support Unit in Higher Education Institutions Book

Manual on Disability Support Services

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Cover page of Directory of Disability Inclusive Schools Basic Education Schools Providing Services to Students with Disabilities Book

Directory of Disability Inclusive Schools

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Cover page of Universities/Colleges Providing Services to Students with Disabilities with NCDA Logo Book

Universities Colleges Providing Services for Students with Disabilities

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Cover page of Directory Sign Language Interpreters and Organizations Book with I-love-you hand sign

Directory of Sign Language Interpreters and Organizations

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Cover page of Getting Options, a Handbook on Getting Education, Training and Work options for Persons with Disabilities at the National Capital Region Book

Getting Options

PDF file which opens to a new window
Cover page of Starting a Web Business, Work-At-Home Entrepreneurship: A Practical Guide for Filipinos with Disabilities Book

Starting a Web Business

PDF file which opens to a new window
Philippine Transparency Seal words circling a yellow star with eight leaves and a pearl shell in the middle
Freedom of Information Philippines words circling a magnifying glass with letter i in the middle and a paper symbol behind
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ASEAN yellow ten-leaf logo inside a red circle and blue outside circle
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