Project PWeDe

15/04/2026

𝗪𝗛𝗢 𝗪𝗜𝗟𝗟 𝗕𝗘 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗡𝗘𝗫𝗧 𝗪𝗢𝗠𝗔𝗡 𝗘𝗫𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗢𝗥𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗥𝗬 𝗙𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗔 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗗𝗜𝗦𝗔𝗕𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗬?

𝗡𝗖𝗗𝗔 𝗕𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 (𝗕𝗥𝗔𝗣)𝗘𝘅𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗼𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 🇵🇭

Nominate a woman with disability who has demonstrated leadership, resilience, and active participation in promoting inclusion, empowerment, and positive change in her community.

The National Council on Disability Affairs invites everyone to submit nominations for outstanding individuals under the Women Category for the Extraordinary Filipinos with Disabilities 2026 – Biennial Recognition Award Program (BRAP).

🏆 Selected awardees will receive a Php 25,000 cash prize and the NCDA Husay Awardee Plaque.

This prestigious biennial award recognizes women who have made significant contributions to advancing the rights, welfare, and empowerment of persons with disabilities.

📌 Deadline of Submission of Nominations: April 30, 2026
✨ Check the nomination form here: bit.ly/NCDA_BARPNOMINATIONFORM_2026
✨ Submit your nomination form here: https://bit.ly/NCDA_2026_EFWD_Submission

Be part of this meaningful recognition.
Nominate an extraordinary woman today.

16/03/2026

Project PWeDe Feeding Activity for SNED Learners

Today, March 16, 2026, Project PWeDe sponsored and facilitated a feeding activity for the SNED Learners of Lagao National High School a simple yet meaningful gesture that carries a deeper meaning than the meal itself.

Showing up to school every day is a quiet and real struggle for many of these students. A hearty meal prepared with loving hands is our way of cheering them on — reminding them that their efforts are appreciated, their presence is valued, and that there are people rooting for their success. By facilitating an activity that nurtures not just their minds but also their bodies, Project PWeDe hopes to encourage the students to socialize, build friendships, and create meaningful relationships as they embark on their learning journey.

It was also a timely celebration for the Grade 10 students who are in the final stretch of their Junior High School years, currently preparing for their much-awaited Moving Up Ceremony. This simple meal was meant to fuel their final push as they approach this milestone.

The food was lovingly prepared by the SPED teachers of LNHS, with the gracious help of supportive parents and the students themselves — a beautiful reminder that it truly takes a village to support our youth.

To date, Project PWeDe proudly supports 2 scholars and 2 partner schools— a growing testament to our commitment to uplifting IP youth and youth with disabilities.

If you want to be part of this cause and help us reach more youth who deserve a chance, you may reach out to Ar. Psyche Desiree Een Castillo.

16/03/2026

09/03/2026

GOOD NEWS! 🥳 National Autism Care, Support, and Inclusion Act — PASADO NA SA SENADO!

Para sa mga batang may autism na may pangarap. Para sa mga magulang na araw-araw lumalaban. Para sa isang bayang mapagkalinga at inklusibo.

At para sa isang Autism-OK Philippines 👍🏼👍🏼

02/03/2026

Babae sa Lahat ng Sektor, Aangat ang Bukas sa Bagong Pilipinas 🌸

Sa pagdiriwang ng National Women’s Month, muling pinagtitibay ng DSWD ang paninindigan nito sa pagsusulong ng karapatan, proteksyon at kapakanan ng bawat kababaihan.

Sa temang “Lead like the Babaylans, Filipinas!”, ipinapaalala sa atin na likas sa ating kasaysayan ang pamumunong may malasakit, karunungan, at integridad, isang lideratong hindi nakabatay sa kapangyarihan, kundi sa pagkalinga at pagkakaisa.

Tulad ng mga Babaylan noon, nawa’y maging gabay tayo ng pagbabago na matatag, mahabagin, at may paninindigan.

Panahon na para ang bawat Filipina ay manguna, makilahok, at magbigay-lakas, para sa isang lipunang pantay, makatarungan, at tunay na inklusibo para sa lahat. 💜

❤️

06/02/2026

Para po sa kaalaman ng lahat, mayroon po tayong batas na nagbibigay ng diskwento para sa ating mga kababayang may kapansanan.

Ang mga it ay nakapaloob sa RA 10754 o “An Act Expanding the Benefits and Privileges of Persons With Disability."

06/02/2026

This February, NCDA proudly invites everyone to join the nation in celebrating National Down Syndrome Consciousness Month.

Through Presidential Proclamation No. 157, issued on February 18, 2002, February was officially declared National Down Syndrome Consciousness Month—a time to raise awareness, promote inclusion, and honor the unique abilities, voices, and contributions of persons with Down Syndrome.

This month reminds us that understanding leads to acceptance, and acceptance builds a more inclusive society for all.

29/10/2025

29/10/2025

𝗡𝗖𝗗𝗔 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗦 | 𝗡𝗖𝗗𝗔 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘄𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗔𝗱𝗼𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗼 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗯𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

The National Council on Disability Affairs (NCDA) lauds the Supreme Court (SC) for its initiative to adopt Filipino Sign Language (FSL) in all courts nationwide by the first quarter of 2026, ensuring equal access to justice for the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community.

Associate Justice Jose Midas Marquez announced that the draft rules governing the use of FSL interpreting in court hearings and videoconferencing sessions have been finalized and submitted for approval by the full Court. Justice Marquez, who serves as the Vice Chairperson of the Technical Working Group (TWG) that drafted the rules, expressed optimism that implementation will begin early next year upon approval.

This initiative is in line with Republic Act No. 11106, or the Filipino Sign Language Act, which mandates the use of FSL in government transactions and proceedings to uphold the rights of Deaf Filipinos to meaningful participation and accessibility.

01/05/2025

Throwback Thursday!

Project PWeDe Community Outreach:
Exit/Moving up Conference and Feeding Activity for SPED Learners

Last year, May 17, Project PWeDe sponsored and facilitated a simple exit conference for the Grade 10 students of Lagao National High School - LNHS’s SPED Program who have successfully qualified for and will be proceeding to Senior High School. The simple moving up ceremony recognized the students’ efforts towards their studies, the unwavering support of their parents, and the dedication of the SPED teachers.

The program started with a prayer, followed by a short congratulatory and farewell message from PWeDe’s founder, Ar. Psyche Desiree Een Castillo,UAP,RMP. It was followed by two special dance performances prepared by the students who then gave their individual farewell messages. The feeding activity for this event was sponsored by Project PWeDe and the generous parents of the graduates.

Project PWeDe will continue to cheer for our students as they enter another chapter of their lives. With the success of our SPED learners, we are inspired to continue our work in supporting and encouraging more SPED learners and young individuals to pursue their dreams. This was a big milestone for our young organization, that we hope will just be one of many.

If you are interested in working with us, please contact Project PWeDe using the contact details listed on the page. Please reach out to either Ar. Psyche Castillo or Engr. Nicole Faye Tayo.

08/12/2024

YAKAP! 🤗

Today, we join the global community in celebrating the International Day of Persons with Disabilities! With an estimated 1.3 billion people living with a significant disability, this day highlights the vital role of ensuring their voices are heard and valued.

True inclusion begins when persons with disabilities are given a seat at decision-making tables, shaping policies and programs that address their unique needs. Together, let us continue to build a world that is inclusive, accessible, and empowering for all.