Senator Raffy Tulfo expressed alarm over the continued spike in the number of people diagnosed with autism in the country, which include even those without family history of autism. Tulfo, who made the statement in time for the observance of the National Autism Awareness Month this April, is also pushing for Congress’ swift passage of […]
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Quirino governor and president of the Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines (ULAP) Dax Cua, has called on all local government units (LGUs) to undertake initiatives that support individuals with autism in their respective areas. “Nakikiusap tayo sa ating mga kapwa LGU leaders to take steps to help our families who deal with autism […]
Promoting a sense of belonging and empowerment for children with special needs, the Department of Education (DepEd) collaborated with NORFIL Foundation, Inc., and Autism Society Philippines in the conduct of the 2021 National Autism Conference in line with the celebration of the 25th National Autism Consciousness Week. The Department recognizes the important role of all […]