The Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office joined the national government in the celebration of the National Disability Rights Week with the theme “Promoting Inclusion: Celebrating Abilities and Advocating Access”.
This is pursuant with Proclamation No. 597 by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. declaring July 17 to 23 of every year as “National Disability Rights Week” to promote a rights-based approach in raising awareness on the plight of persons with disabilities.
Municipal Vice Mayor AV Pagurayan expressed his warmest love and support to the PWDs. He emphasized that PWDs is one of the vulnerable groups closest to his heart. He also inspired them to keep moving forward and believe that they are capable of achieving incredible things. He also recognized their strength and resilience.
Ms. Amelia Decena, PWD Right Advocate/ NAPC Regional Office No. 02 Representative, discussed the PWD Related Laws. LGUs Programs and Services for PWDs are also explained by Mr. Romel Tejada, MSWDO/ PDAO Designate.
