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
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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
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.
National Parks Development Committee (NPDC) 60the Anniversary
The National Council on Disability Affairs (NCDA) joined the celebration of the 60th Founding Anniversary of the National Parks Development Committee (NPDC) held earlier today at the Independence Flagpole, Rizal Park, Luneta, Manila. NPDC’s Executive Director, Ms. Cecille Lorenzana Romero, in her speech, welcomed everyone to the Stop and Salute event. She said that they continue reading : National Parks Development Committee (NPDC) 60the Anniversary
Gender and Development (GAD) Training
NCDA recently conducted a three-day GAD training entitled GAD Mainstreaming Disability Inclusive Program. Mr. Raymond Mazo served as our Resource Person. NCDA Officer-in-Charge-Executive Director Dandy C. Victa delivered his opening remarks and welcomed all participants, including Mr. Mazo.
The Inclusive Development Partners Program Coordinators, Kate Brolley and Ashley Stone paid a visit to the National Council on Disability Affairs
The Inclusive Development Partners Program Coordinators, Kate Brolley and Ashley Stone paid a visit to the National Council on Disability Affairs for an exploratory discussion to learn more about the learners with disabilities in the Philippines. The team is also looking at how the US Agency for International Development (USAID) can provide interventions with the continue reading : The Inclusive Development Partners Program Coordinators, Kate Brolley and Ashley Stone paid a visit to the National Council on Disability Affairs
Technical Working Group to discuss further the concerns of the sector in transportation, accessibility and proper procedure in acquiring a driver’s license.
Leaders from different persons with disabilities organizations formed a Technical Working Group to discuss further the concerns of the sector in transportation, accessibility and proper procedure in acquiring a driver’s license. The National Council on Disability Affairs Executive Director, Don Fradejas, committed to support the group in achieving the common goal of having persons with continue reading : Technical Working Group to discuss further the concerns of the sector in transportation, accessibility and proper procedure in acquiring a driver’s license.
“Tamis ng Kahapong Nagdaan”
“Tamis ng Kahapong Nagdaan” part 1 ni: Lester D. Dayanghirang Librong magpapaalala ng kahapon, mapapakinabangan ngayon, magagamit sa darating na panahon Ito po ay isang aklat na nagsasalaysay ng unang bahagi ng aking buhay. Mga bahagi ng aking buhay na siksik ng saya mula sa mga karanasang naganap nung maiigsi pa ang aking mga binti continue reading : “Tamis ng Kahapong Nagdaan”
Free Vocational Training
Free Vocational Training on the following: Housekeeping NC II (25 students) for developmental disability, hearing impairment (Deaf) Food and Beverage Services NC II (25 students) for hearing impairment, developmental disability and physical disability For inquiries contact Ms. Pearl (02) 358-7902 or Visit Grain Foundation for PWD Inc. at 261 Don Fabian St. Brgy. Commonwealth, Quezon continue reading : Free Vocational Training
NCDA, Province of Bulacan and partners conduct Sports Clinic for Persons with Disabilities
CITY OF MALOLOS, Bulacan — Through the initiative of the National Council on Disability Affairs (NCDA), the Provincial Government of Bulacan, Philippine Sports Association for Differently-Abled (Philspada), Philippine Association for Citizens with Developmental and Learning Disabilities, Inc. (PACDLD) and Badminton World Federation-Shuttle Time conducted the 2-day activity dubbed as “Sports and Physical Activities for Persons continue reading : NCDA, Province of Bulacan and partners conduct Sports Clinic for Persons with Disabilities
APT for Ikapitbisigmo Kaisaka
The Council in coordination with the Ikapit Bisig Mo Kaunlaran Ng Maykapansanan ng Laguna Producers Cooperative conducted a Training on Appropriate Paper-Based Technology for the members of the cooperative of Panguil, Laguna held last 24-26 October 2017 at Santa Maria, Laguna. The activity aims to raise the quality of life of persons with disabilities especially continue reading : APT for Ikapitbisigmo Kaisaka