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
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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)

20th Cerebral Palsy and Protection Week
The National Council on Disability Affairs (NCDA) joins the Nation in celebration of the 20th Cerebral Palsy and Protection Week from September 16 – 22, 2023. This year’s theme is “ Taong May Cerebral Palsy Mahalin, Unawain, Isama’t Iugnay Upang Kakayahan At Galing ay Pagyamanin.” Calendar of Activities for the week -long celebration was posted. continue reading : 20th Cerebral Palsy and Protection Week

Boccia Sports for Persons with Cerebral Palsy (4th Octavia Gonzales Tournament)
In celebration of the 20th Cerebral Palsy Awareness and Protection Week, NCDA supported the Boccia Sports for Persons with Cerebral Palsy (4th Octavia Gonzales Tournament) held at SM City Marikina on September 19, 2023.

“Plant-Run” of The Civil Service Commission
The National Council on Disability Affairs attended and participated in the first “Plant-Run” of the Civil Service Commission held in Yes City, Brgy. Cuyambay, Tanay, Rizal on September 17, 2023, as part of the celebration of the 123rd anniversary of the Civil Service in the Philippines. Thousands of staff and officials of government offices from continue reading : “Plant-Run” of The Civil Service Commission

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

NCDA Conducts Training on Procurement Law
The Government Procurement Reform Law, commonly known as RA 9184, and its amended rules and regulations were covered in a three-day training for NCDA employees. The introductory remarks were delivered by NCDA OIC-Deputy Director Dandy Victa, who emphasized the need of employee training on the procurement process for the effective and efficient running of the continue reading : NCDA Conducts Training on Procurement Law

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

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

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

Orientation – Workshop For Disability Rights Advocates (NCDA Speakers’ Bureau Program )
The National Council on Disability Affairs conducted the Orientation – Workshop for Disability Rights Advocates (NCDA Speakers’ Bureau Program ) on August 29-31, 2023 at the Bayview Park Hotel Manila. An oath-taking ceremony for the Province of Quezon’s League of PDAO and Federation of Persons with Disabilities officers for 2023 ended the event.
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

NCDA avails SSS E-wheel Services
The National Council on Disability Affairs (NCDA) availed the e-Wheels services, which were provided by the Social Security System – Batasan Branch last 9 August 2023. This service aims to reach its members within the community by providing services such as an online application for SS numbers for individuals, acceptance of member data change request forms, verification, continue reading : NCDA avails SSS E-wheel Services

2023 National IT Challenge for Youth With Disabilities Winners
Congratulations to the OVERALL TOP 4 youth with disabilities who won in the recently conducted 2023 National IT Challenge (June 26 and 27) at the Bayview Park Hotel, Manila. The following winners are (in no particular order): Jethro P. Marzado – Zamboanga del Sur Jance S. Cerdeñola – Quezon, Isabela Mark Andrei G. Molina – continue reading : 2023 National IT Challenge for Youth With Disabilities Winners

2023 National IT Challenge for Youth with Disabilities kickstarts this June
The National Council on Disability Affairs in partnership with the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), National Youth Commission (NYC), and Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) spearheaded the 2023 National IT Challenge for Youth with Disabilities. This is a two-day event that started today (June 26) until June 27. The aim of this activity continue reading : 2023 National IT Challenge for Youth with Disabilities kickstarts this June

1st Regional Conference On Disability
NCDA Executive Director Janiro Fradejas was invited on the 1st Regional Conference on Disability: Effective Coordination Mechanism towards Disability Inclusive Development. A warmth welcome message was delivered by Atty. Vanessa B. Goc-Ong, Regional Director of Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) 11. The three-day conference was held at the Apo View Hotel in Davao continue reading : 1st Regional Conference On Disability

Workshop on Mental Health with Youth and Women With Disabilities
NCDA Executive Director Joniro F. Fradejas delivered his welcome remarks at the Workshop on Mental Health with Youth and Women with Disabilities held on June 26 and 27, 2023 in Hortz Hotel and Resorts located in Tagaytay City. The NCDA partnered with Department of Health and National Center for Mental Health in conducting workshop. Various continue reading : Workshop on Mental Health with Youth and Women With Disabilities
FREE Online Civil Service Review for Persons with Disabilities Affairs Office (PDAO)
The National Council on Disability Affairs (Government) offers FREE Online Civil Service Review for Persons with Disabilities Affairs Office (PDAO). Every Saturday and Sunday, 9:00 AM to 12:00 NN starting July 15 to August 13, 2023. Topics are: English Math General Information Register in the link below: https://forms.gle/qDkTE2zGyhCrZGBy6