A new year, an old burden
Living with invisible disability amid New Year expectations and systemic gaps.
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PWD
Latest Daily Tribune news and analysis on PWD.
Erwin Tulfo urges Senate review of PWD laws, calls for truly barrier-free Philippines
Sen. Erwin Tulfo urges the Senate to review laws protecting persons with disabilities, citing persistent gaps in accessible infrastructure, transportation, and…
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Muntinlupa PWDs showcase digital skills
Young persons with disabilities showcased their IT skills at the Mayor Ruffy Biazon IT Challenge, aimed at developing local talent for global technology…
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Muntinlupa PWDs showcase digital skills in IT challenge
Young people with disabilities in Muntinlupa compete in the MRB IT Challenge to develop digital skills and prepare for national and international IT contests.
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Thoughts to live by: World day for persons with disabilities
Reflections for the 2nd Sunday of Advent and World Day for Persons with Disabilities, including readings from Isaiah, Romans, and Matthew, with guidance on the…
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Workplaces see less bias toward persons with disabilities
DSWD’s attached agency sees lesser discrimination to ‘persons with disabilities’ in work environments.
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Muntinlupa rolls out free services to Tunasan
Muntinlupa City brings free medical, legal, and social services directly to residents through the “Kalingang Munti Serbisyo Caravan,” making government…
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Free services rolled out in Tunasan
Muntinlupa City launched its Kalingang Munti Serbisyo Caravan in Barangay Tunasan, providing medical, dental, PWD, legal, and other services to residents on 15…
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NCDA slams ‘blind prank’ trend
The National Council on Disability Affairs (NCDA) has condemned the viral “Emily Blind Prank” on TikTok, calling it disrespectful and discriminatory toward…
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SC approves Filipino Sign Language in court proceedings
The Supreme Court institutionalizes the use of Filipino Sign Language in court proceedings, ensuring equal access to justice for the deaf community under…
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Lawmaker pushes lifetime validity for PWD ID
Senator Erwin Tulfo filed a bill seeking lifetime validity for PWD identification cards, aiming to ease renewal burdens and ensure continued access to benefits…
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Japan provides assistance to Cainta PWDs
Japan has donated over $55,000 worth of equipment to Tahanang Walang Hagdanan in Rizal, boosting livelihood opportunities and supporting employment for nearly…
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Inclusive mega job fair
Hundreds of applicants line up to apply at a Mega Job Fair in SM Manila on Friday, 24 October 2025. Thousands of local and overseas job openings are available,…
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Supreme Court to adopt Filipino Sign Language nationwide in 2026
The Supreme Court will implement Filipino Sign Language in all courts nationwide by early 2026 to ensure equal access to justice for the deaf community.
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Distorted Robin Hood notion of discount privileges
Truth is, the discounts deducted from gross proceeds constitute ‘sunk cost.’ There’s no way business owners could make them back.
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First Couple, Cabinet execs relaunch iconic ‘Love Bus’
The Love Bus, first introduced in the 1970s by former First Lady Imelda Marcos as the country’s first air-conditioned bus service, quickly became an icon of…
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Kuya Bong pushes early voting for seniors, PWDs
Senator Bong Go files bill for early voting for senior citizens, pregnant women, and PWDs, allowing them to vote up to five days before elections and ensuring…
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