EVERY day, as many as 32 people are diagnosed with HIV-AIDS and yet, not enough is being done to address the epidemic. Worse, a majority of these new infection affects those 25 to 39 years old, considered to be the most productive years. The Department of Health (DOH) said the Philippines had one of the fastest growing HIV epidemics in the world with 57,134 cases recorded … [Read more...] about Imperatives
Diversity Advantage
One entity. One company, one person with disability at a time. Project Inclusion works within the framework of collaboration to build a healthier and more inclusive environment for the differently abled. This is captured in its belief that everything is made possible through the work of each one. “We believe that at the center of inclusion is US. All of us working … [Read more...] about Diversity Advantage
Project Inclusion
GIVEN the right condition and proper support, persons with disability can contribute to the workplace and in the community. This is shown in the initiative of the private sector in coordination with local government units where support is provided through the access-to-work model which prepares job seekers and employers. In this scheme, education and advocacy takes the … [Read more...] about Project Inclusion
Beyond Invisibility
NOTHING can be completely done without them. Differently abled persons have an important part and could greatly contribute to the community, if only we learn to be more sensitive and respectful of their capabilities. Beyond being the object of pity, they have far more shown the ability to create and contribute to the community. Their inclusion, however, remains to be a … [Read more...] about Beyond Invisibility
Taking the High Road
IN what came in as a surprise, the Social Weather Station (SWS) survey released on Wednesday this week, showed that 51 percent of the 1,500 adult respondents agreed that drug tests be made mandatory for Grade 4 students and older pupils. Grade 4 students are usually 10 years old. “Much too young,” if the Philippine National Police (PNP) chief would assess, to be included in … [Read more...] about Taking the High Road
