The Rehabilitation Sheltered Workshop (RSW) celebrated the 41st National Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation (NDPR) week along with the Nutrition Month on July 15-19, 2019 at the RSW compound.
With the theme, “Lokal na Pamahalaan: Kabalikat sa Pagtupad ng Karapatan ng mga Taong may Kapansanan”, the activity aims to remind everyone to understand the needs and capabilities of Persons with Disabilities and to provide them opportunities to become more productive, self-reliant, and empowered to participate and contribute for the development of the country.
The celebration started with a parade followed by a simple opening program led by RSW Officer In-Charge, Mr. Arnel L. Bautista and a spiritual sharing led by Rev. Roel S. Nilo of Capitol City Foursquare Church (CCFC).
From July 16 to 18, simultaneous activities were facilitated which include poster making contest, cooking contest, and showcasing of talents via group dancing and solo singing participated in by different RSW project workers and clients.
RSW’s partner stakeholders, namely, Ms. Camille Albarracin of Everything Green (Greenelas Project), Mr. Francis Fracisco of SAVANT, Ms. Chicky Cabunagan of Cotton & Canvas, Rev. Roel Nilo, Ms. Aya Sunit, and Mr. Robert Lopez, an RSW volunteer artist, served as judges during the competition.
“Ang mga kapatid nating may kapansanan ay may parehas na importansya para makatulong sa ating komunidad, sa kabila ng kanilang mga limitasyon, ang RSW at DSWD ay laging handa upang maging kabalikat sa pagtupad ng karapatan ng mga taong may kapansanan,” Mr. Bautista said, emphasizing that the contribution of local government for the welfare of Persons with Disabilities in RSW does not only support the Department, but also plays a huge role in inspiring the Persons with Disabilities to become better people.
The celebration of NDPR week also serves as an opportunity to celebrate the Nutrition Month to promote the consumption of healthy diet, increased physical activity, and to promote active lifestyle among individuals and families.
Meanwhile, the Department of Engineering of Quezon City was acknowledged for their valuable effort on the Gawad Kalinga Housing Project for the construction of RSW Building, asphalting of NVRC and RSW pathways, and for the assessment of structural integrity and safety of RSW facilities.
The NDPR Week is being celebrated every third week of July pursuant to Proclamation No. 361, signifying the birthday of the sublime paralytic, Apolinario Mabini, whose exemplary heroic acts during the Philippine Revolution made him an outstanding icon for Persons With Disabilities. ###