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Celebs grace Embrace Organization's 7th anniversary

Published Mar 24, 2024 08:18 am

At A Glance

  • Among those present at the ribbon-cutting ceremony were leaders of the Iglesia Ni Cristo, and NET25 broadcasters Ali Sotto, Love Añover, and Tonipet Gaba.
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FROM LEFT: Tonipet Gaba, Love Añover, True Santos-Matias, chairperson of Embrace Organization; Caesar Vallejos, president of NET25; radio broadcasters Ali Sotto, and Rey Langit (Carissa Alcantara)

Embrace Organization has provided persons with disabilities the opportunity to have normal jobs and live a fulfilling life.

In celebration of its 7th year of giving opportunities and inclusivity to PWDs, Embrace launched a three-day day event at the EVM Convention Center in Central Avenue, Quezon City, from March 18-20.

"Talagang ang vision po ng Embrace is to make a loving and caring world for the differently abled. Naka-focus po kami doon. Sa awa at tulong ng Panginoong Diyos, ay napakarami na po nating natutulungan dahil sa proyektong it," said True Santos-Matias, Embrace chairperson.

(The vision of Embrace is really to make a loving and caring world for the differently abled. We are focused on that. With the mercy and help of the Lord God, we have been able to help many people because of this project)

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Among those present at the ribbon-cutting ceremony were leaders of the Iglesia Ni Cristo, and NET25 broadcasters Ali Sotto, Love Añover, and Tonipet Gaba.

Aside from the milestone, the event also featured products, including rugs and delicacies from different PWD organizations. The film showing was also part of the festivity. Through the films, they aim to foster awareness, appreciation, and celebration of individuals with disabilities.

For a dose of fun, the guest can also enjoy fun booth and games. They invited non-government organizations advocating for disabilities to join us in raising awareness and appreciation for our fellow citizens with disabilities.

Marvel at the Art Exhibit featuring works by PWDs through the NEU - Special Education Program and participate in Sign Language Awareness sessions by the Christian Society for the Deaf.

For parents who have kids with disabilities and individual PWDs, the Quezon City government also set up its booth to give assistance offered by PDAO Services Quezon City.

These include satellite services for PWD application IDs and renewals, as well as workshops and seminars on disability sensitivity, and the rights and privileges of PWDs.

The event also aims to highlight the assistance provided by the Church of Christ Iglesia Ni Cristo through Embrace, to our fellowmen with disabilities, granting them opportunities, celebrating their identity, and fostering their integration into progress.

Embrace Organization for Differently Abled Inc. is a non-stock, non-profit organization dedicated to helping persons with disabilities reach their full potential by providing livelihood opportunities and fostering inclusivity in our society

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