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Top officials from both the NCDA and the Civil Service Commission meets at the NCDA Board room to discuss about collaboration.

NCDA and CSC collaborate to enhance access to Persons with Disabilities in Civil Service Examinations

The NCDA led by ED Glenda Relova and the Civil Service Commission are joining forces to ensure equal opportunities for persons with disabilities in civil service exams. They’re exploring measures, including a dedicated exam day for PWDs, to remove barriers, and to promote inclusivity. This initiative underscores their commitment to fostering a more accessible and continue reading : NCDA and CSC collaborate to enhance access to Persons with Disabilities in Civil Service Examinations

NCDA ED Relova addresses the Second Senior Officials Meeting representing the Philippines.

NCDA ED Relova urges APEC Economies to empower Persons with Disabilities for Inclusive Carers

During the 49th Human Resources Development Working Group (HRDWG) plenary meeting, NCDA Executive Director Glenda Relova shared with APEC economies the need to empower persons with disabilities, including advancing their carers, to achieve inclusion. Executive Director Relova also recommended the development of a multisectoral disability framework within the APEC framework to promote empowerment and inclusion continue reading : NCDA ED Relova urges APEC Economies to empower Persons with Disabilities for Inclusive Carers

Attendees of the Trainers' Training on the Use of Gender Equality Focusing on Women with Disabilities

NCDA commences Trainer’s Training on Gender Equality focusing on Women with Disabilities

The National Council on Disability Affairs (NCDA) has commenced its Trainers’ Training on the Use of Gender Equality Focusing on Women with Disabilities, running from October 3rd to 5th, 2023 at Microtel Davao City, Davao Del Sur. This training is about empowering Trainers on the use of Gender Equality Focusing on Women with Disabilities to continue reading : NCDA commences Trainer’s Training on Gender Equality focusing on Women with Disabilities

Rehabilataion International Korea meets with NCDA officers for possible Global IT Challenge venue

NCDA meets with the organizing committee of Rehabilitation International Korea

The NCDA team, led by Executive Director Joniro F. Fradejas and Chief of Technical Cooperation Division Mr. Dandy C. Victa, met with Mr. Sungmin Jo, Secretary General of RI Korea, and Ms. Reena Lee, Director of RI Korea, both members of the Organizing Committee of Rehabilitation International Korea on September 28. 2023. The purpose of continue reading : NCDA meets with the organizing committee of Rehabilitation International Korea

Calapan personnel assists person in wheelchair

NCDA Evaluates Accessibility for People With Disabilities In Calapan City Port and Vessel

Various government agencies collaborated in evaluating Accessibility for people with disabilities in Calapan City Port and Vessel. It was led by NCDA Director Don Fradejas and Accessibility Consultant Architect Armand Michael Eustaquio with the help of MARINA, PPA, Philippine Coast Guard, DOT, and Accessibility Advocate Ms. Veneranda Mateo The purpose of this project is to continue reading : NCDA Evaluates Accessibility for People With Disabilities In Calapan City Port and Vessel

Prosthesis was measured to the Person with Disability

Measurement Of Prosthesis And Braces For Persons With Disabilities

The NCDA team headed by Executive Director Joniro “Don” Fradejas with the assistance of the PBF Team led by  Mr. Francisco Santos, conducted the measurement of Prosthesis and braces for persons with disabilities. The undertaking was held in Romblon, Romblon on September 26, 2023.

Recipients of free hearing assessment pose together with Sir Don

Free Hearing Assessment

The National Council on Disability Affairs in collaboration with Barangay 171 Bagumbong Person with Disability Association Inc. conducted the Free Hearing Assessment held on September 23, 2023 in Barangay 171 Bagumbong, Zone  15, District 1, Caloocan City. According to NCDA Executive Director Joniro F. Fradejas, aside from creating Policies and Programs for the benefit of continue reading : Free Hearing Assessment

MDAP provides gifts to its members led by NCDA Executive Director Fradejas

5th Anniversary – The Muscular Dystrophy Association Of The Philippines (MDAP)

The Muscular Dystrophy Association of the Philippines (MDAP) celebrated its 5th Founding Anniversary on September 23, 2023. The celebration with the theme Life without limits: Beyond Disability and held in Quezon City Hall was led by the MDAP President,  Ms. Michelle Catherine Sideco. What exactly is Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD)? “It is a group of continue reading : 5th Anniversary – The Muscular Dystrophy Association Of The Philippines (MDAP)

RCDA Central Visayas conducts disability summit

Regional Persons With Disability Summit of Region VII – Central Visayas

The NCDA, in partnership with RCDA VII, DSWD, CESO IV and PDAO Mandaue Cebu, conducted the Regional Persons with Disability Summit and (Region VII – Central Visayas) on September 12-13, 2023, held in Cordova Home Village, Cordova, Cebu with the theme: Effective Coordination Mechanisms Towards Disability Inclusion”.  NCDA was represented by Mr. Randy Calsena and continue reading : Regional Persons With Disability Summit of Region VII – Central Visayas

Sir Don poses together with Women with Disabilities advocates

Trainers’ Training Manual On Gender And Equality Focusing On Women With Disabilities

The first rollout of Luzon Cluster participants of the Trainers’ Training Manual on Gender and Equality Focusing on Women with Disabilities was held in Kimberly Hotel, Tagaytay City on September 5 and 6, 2020. This was participated by PDAO officers, Disability Advocates and Gad Focal Persons. NCDA Executive Director Joniro “Don” Fradejas delivered his welcome continue reading : Trainers’ Training Manual On Gender And Equality Focusing On Women With Disabilities

RCDA Central Luzon conducts strategic planning for 2024-2026

Regional Committee On Disability Affairs Central Luzon Strategic Plan, 2024-2026

The NCDA facilitated the development of the Regional Committee on Disability Affairs (RCDA) Central Luzon Strategic Plan, 2024-2026 during the Strategic Planning and Leadership Training organized by DSWD Field Office 3, held on September 4 -5, 2023. The said plan focuses on three priority areas namely (1) Policy Development on Disability (2) Disability Data Collection continue reading : Regional Committee On Disability Affairs Central Luzon Strategic Plan, 2024-2026

NCDA with DOST-MIRDC Team

Department Of Science and Technology – Metals Industry Research and Development Center invites NCDA

On September 4, 2023, National Council on Disability Executive Director Joniro G. Fradejas, represented by Atty. Walter Jason G. Alava (Regional Programs Coordinator) and MJ Dela Pena (MIS, Chief) was invited by the Department of Science and Technology – Metals Industry Research and Development Center headed by Executive Director Robert O. Dizon. He was represented continue reading : Department Of Science and Technology – Metals Industry Research and Development Center invites NCDA

Selyo ng Kahusayan sa Serbisyo Publiko Antas 1 naigawad sa NCDA

Binigyan ng pagkikila ng Komisyon ng Wikang Filipino (KWF) ng Selyo ng Kahusayan sa Serbisyo Publiko Antas I ang Pambansang Sanggunian Ukol sa Ugnayang Pangmaykapansanan (NCDA) bilang pagtalima sa Atas Tagapagpaganap Blg 355 at kabalikat sa paghahatid ng serbisyo publiko gamit ang wikang Filipino. Naganap ang paggawad ngayong araw Agosto 30, 2023 sa Manila Metropolitan continue reading : Selyo ng Kahusayan sa Serbisyo Publiko Antas 1 naigawad sa NCDA

QC commits to provide employment for Persons With Disabilities

NCDA Executive Director III Joniro “Don” Fradejas expressed his support to the programs of Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte especially in providing employment for persons with disabilities in her locality by signing the Commitment of Support together with Q.C. Mayor Belmonte and Quezon City PDAO Head Ms. Debbie Dacanay.

Director Fradejas attend medical mission in Navotas City

On August 20, 2023, NCDA Executive Director Joniro Don Fradejas attended the medical mission for persons with disabilities in Barangay San Roque, Navotas City. Director Fradejas discussed with Navotas PDAO Dr. Jojo Anico and Ms. Josie, coordinator for persons with disabilities planning of programs, activities and services that will support persons with disabilities in their continue reading : Director Fradejas attend medical mission in Navotas City