Breaking Barriers for Children and Young Adults with Disabilities (BBCY)

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Duterte signs law on mandatory PhilHealth coverage for PWDs President Rodrigo Duterte has signed a law providing mandatory Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) coverage to persons with disabilities. Current top breaking Philippine headlines regarding the nation, world, metro manila, regions and exclusive special investigative reports.

Say NO to EPAL!

Therapy para sa mga batang may kapansanan, magiging libre na Libre na ang assessment at therapy para sa mga batang may kapansanan.

“Beautiful Pain” shines light on autism acceptance The film “Beautiful Pain” traces the emotional journey of a family towards acceptance of their son’s autism. The autism advocacy community ...

Hi everyone! Inviting you to watch the movie " Beautiful Pain". With the original title "REDHA" meaning 'acceptance' in the Malay language, BEAUTIFUL PAIN is Malaysia's first feature film which tackles autism. This film will be shown in the Philippines from July 19-25, 2017 at theaters in SM Megamall, SM North and SM Mall of Asia. This movie is indeed an eye opener that will truly move you - understanding autism and appreciating the journey of families who live with persons with autism. Beautiful Pain Trailer: http://bit.ly/2tkTQjM

Solar Pictures Films that aim to inspire, inform, and entertain.

ONE WEEK TO GO until ! July 19 at select SM Cinemas: SM Megamall, SM North EDSA, and SM Mall of Asia.

UPDATE! We're now scheduled in more SM Cinemas: SM Megamall, SM North Edsa, SM Mall of Asia, SM Fairview, SM Manila, SM Sta Mesa, SM Bacoor, SM Cebu, and SM Davao.

Great news for the PWD Sector! President Aquino signed a new law - Republic Act 10754 which exempts PWDs from paying value added tax (VAT). This is a well-deserved right for all Filipino PWDs.

http://www.rappler.com/move-ph/127515-aquino-signs-law-pwd-vat-exemption

Aquino signs law on VAT exemption for PWDs

a dear colleague went ahead of us after a long battle with cancer, Randy Torrico, you will be missed and every life you have touched will fondly remember your great work ethic and sunny personality.

his earthly remains are in Florida, USA. Please pray for strength and peace for his family.

Happy New Year!!! God bless!

WATCH: 'Disabled' Mannequins Will Change The Way You See Beauty

Disability is beauty!

What a praiseworthy advocacy! Mannequins of persons with disabilities were created and displayed in celeberation of the International Day of Persons with Disability.

The move aims to raise disability awareness and a turning point to integrating the sector in the realm of fashion.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/12/03/disabled-mannequins-video_n_4379586.html?utm_hp_ref=mostpopular

huffingtonpost.com It's no secret that the smooth, plastic bodies staring out of store windows aren't true physical replicas of the people who stare back at them. But there's no reason they can't be.

Meron ka bang huggable stuffed toys? Give them to traumatized Yolanda kid-victims and you'll also give them a soothing HUG! Many kids lost their parents/ loved ones and they witnessed the horrifying onslaught and aftermath of the storm. Hugging stuffed toys is a form of therapy so they can release the trauma, get comfort and meet a new 'friend'.

Check here how to let go of your toys http://ph.news.yahoo.com/the-power-of-a-hug--what-can-help-children-overcome-yolanda-trauma-140619926.html

By Jonas Gruet
sharing this comment posted on the CNN site on an update on super typhoon Yolanda:

"Time to get to know the Filipino people...unbelievably resilient, long suffering, good natured, uber friendly, loyal, ingenius, and a bunch of survivors.

At the end of the day, the Filipinos will just shake off the dirt from their clothes and go about their business...and SMILE. They do not complain much, they will bear as long as they can.

Maybe this is why they were given the "privilege" of bearing the burden of the strongest typhoon ever recorded.

The indomitable human spirit at its finest."

Deaf student graduates magna cm laude

Here is a story revealing the gifts and talents of PWDs: A deaf student recently graduated Magna cm laude in De La Salle College...

http://anc.yahoo.com/news/deaf-student-graduates-magna-cum-laude-060057084.html

anc.yahoo.com Michael Lopez, a 19-year-old deaf student who graduated magna cm laude from the De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde (DLS-CSB), says he wants to inspire other persons with disabilities (PWDs) to go after their dreams.

my heart goes out for the gracious people of Bohol and Cebu, these islands have been both a playground and battlefeild during my BBCY days...the Lord bless you and keep you! - stc

Bulag pala talaga si .de.ap?
His just got better last year after a surgery! Wow! Despite his , he has become a successful and admired international ! The poor eye sight coupled by massive poverty did not discourage him to excel by doing what he love! We also know that he's active in doing works to assist poor . How inspiring! May this motivate those with low morale & with scarce resources to continue fighting for their dreams & eventually give back. Saludo kami sa'yo Apl.de.Ap!

http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/entertainment/2012/07/black-eyed-peas-apl-de-ap-gets-vision-back-with-life-changing-surgery/

PROUD TO BE PINOY!
Congrats for bagging the 2nd place award last night at the 27th Asia Men’s . This win secured their slot for next year's FIBA World Cup.

all over the world cheerfully take pride on this victory, which for them, is a momentum to boost confidence, national identity and foster unity. Proud of you, guys!

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Nuki Sabio/PBA photo

http://www.spin.ph/sports/basketball/special-reports/proud-pinoy-workers-from-all-across-the-world-shout-laban-pilipinas-v02

Never give up. Never lose your dreams. Act on making them happen. Have a great week, friends! :)

Polls unfriendly to voters with disabilities: Lente

It's time for the government and concerned institutions to reinforce the laws supportive of PWDs!

ph.news.yahoo.com By MELISSA LUZ LOPEZ, VERA Files DESPITE laws ensuring accessibility, the May 13 elections failed to make polling centers barrier-free for persons with disabilities, said poll watchdog Legal Network for Truthful Elections (Lente). “Nandoon ang batas (para sa mga PWD), … Continue reading →

Man with cerebral palsy tops exams for HS diploma at 44

A very inspiring article. Mabuhay and PWDs!
http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/398605/man-with-cerebral-palsy-tops-exams-for-hs-diploma-at-44

newsinfo.inquirer.net Everything was going right for 44-year-old Arturo Ong Jr. on Friday. He sat delightedly as friends and relatives dressed him in a crisp white shirt, a pair of black trousers and a white toga.

Let's live each day with a smile and appreciation of what we have ;) Enjoy your week guys!

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10 Actions You Can Take That Will Dramatically Change Your Life

Everyone is in a constant face-off with changes. This year, is there a great desire in you to reach milestones and have a dramatic improvement at how you live your life? Learn the appropriate steps and correct mindset that will bring you on the verge of positive change you aim for! Love, be thankful, don’t give up, chill out and more...

addicted2success.com Here are 10 actions you can take right now to create dramatic change in your life.

Pinoys make waves in Asian wheelchair basketball joust

A great pride to all PWDs! Disability is never a hindrance in achieving success. Congratulations :)
http://ph.sports.yahoo.com/blogs/sharp-shooter/pinoys-waves-asian-wheelchair-basketball-joust-010108033.html

ph.sports.yahoo.com While the Smart Gilas Pilipinas national men's team made its mark in Asian basketball after winning the Jones Cup title this year, the country's wheelchair basketball national team likewise created a stir. Just a week ago, the newly formed wheelchair … Continue reading →

In The Know: Sign languages

http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/302184/in-the-know-sign-languages

newsinfo.inquirer.net Sign languages, like spoken languages, vary from country to country.