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- The landscape of disability in the Philippines is complex and has evolved significantly over the past decade. Disabilities affect a notable portion of the population, and their implications stretch across various social, economic, and educational domains.
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In the Philippines, disability is one of the social issues affecting a portion of the Philippines' population. To ensure the equality and rights of disabled persons, there are Philippine laws and policies that were passed regarding persons with disabilities (PWDs).
Dec 9, 2021 · This report explores the disability sector in the Philippines and how current laws and policies have been implemented for persons with disabilities. The publication offers an initial analysis of policy implementation in four key areas: education, employment, social services, and civic participation.
Committee Experts encouraged the Philippines to reconsider ratifying the Optional Protocol to Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities in order to enable the persons with disabilities to seek justice through international mechanisms.
The Philippines ratified the UNCRPD in 2008, formally joining the international community in upholding the rights of persons with disabilities. In line with this, the Philippine Constitution supports the establishment of social safeguards to address the needs of persons with disabilities (Republic of the Philippines, 1987). In
This research aims to raise awareness, trigger more in-depth action research, and support policy development for a disability-inclusive Philippine society. Over one hundred participants from various government agencies, nongovernment organizations, and organizations of persons with disabilities attended the launch.
Aug 2, 2016 · Given the current global agenda for disability inclusion, it is crucial to increase understanding of the situation of people with disabilities in the Philippines. This includes generating reliable estimates on the prevalence of disability and data about the participation of people with disabilities in the community.
