PAP - Persons with Disabilities - PWD Psychology Special Interest Group

04/01/2026

Accessibility empowers. This World Braille Day, let us champion inclusive communication and equal opportunities for all. 🤍

02/01/2026

Dear PAP PWD PSYCH SIG Members,

Warm greetings!

As we step into 2026, we are pleased to invite you to the General Assembly of the Psychological Association of the Philippines – Persons with Disabilities Psychology Special Interest Group (PAP PWD PSYCH SIG). This special gathering will be held online via Zoom on January 18, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 NOON.

During the assembly, we will engage in the following agenda:

📌Reflection and sharing of our personal and professional journeys from 2025 to the present
📌Updates on the direction and initiatives of the SIG
📌Discussion of future activities and plans

Event Details:
📅 Date: January 18, 2026
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 NOON
📍 Venue: Online via Zoom (link to be posted)

Your participation is vital in making this gathering meaningful and productive. Let us come together to chart a renewed path of purpose and empowerment in serving the PWD community.

✅ Please confirm your attendance by registering through this link:
https://forms.gle/gxfBB6dmtnyCY17q7

We look forward to your participation.

02/01/2026

CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS!!!

Magandang araw po!

We are student-researchers currently conducting a quantitative research study titled "𝘽𝙚𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙙 𝙀𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮 𝘾𝙖𝙡𝙡: 𝘼 𝘾𝙤𝙧𝙧𝙚𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙎𝙩𝙪𝙙𝙮 𝙤𝙛 𝙁𝙡𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜, 𝘿𝙞𝙜𝙞𝙩𝙖𝙡 𝙎𝙩𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙨, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝘿𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝘿𝙞𝙨𝙘𝙡𝙤𝙨𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙤𝙛 𝙁𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙤 𝙈𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙡 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙩𝙝 𝙋𝙧𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝙏𝙚𝙡𝙚𝙥𝙨𝙮𝙘𝙝𝙤𝙡𝙤𝙜𝙮."

We are looking for individuals who meet the following qualifications:
• 𝗔 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗼 𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀
• 𝗛𝗮𝘀 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗽𝘀𝘆𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 / online psychological 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀

If you meet the criteria and are interested in contributing to this study or know someone who is, you may click this link:
https://forms.gle/UNh1SyV8VZ2DN3Je8

Thank you po!

Sincerely,
The Researchers

01/01/2026

CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS!!

We are conducting a study that aims to study the relationship between online social support and self-esteem among Filipino D/deaf, Hard-of-hearing, and Late-deafened adults in NCR. Our study has two phases (mixed-methods explanatory):

Online Survey (via Google Forms)
🔗Survey link:
https://forms.gle/LgobDoZb9eFbinVL7

Optional In-Person Text-Based Interview (If the participant is willing, they can leave their preferred contact to our Google Forms to proceed with the follow-up interview)

Participation is voluntary, and all information will be kept confidential and used only for academic purposes. I also attached the publication material that includes our participant criteria and the QR code for your reference.

With warmest regards,
The Researchers

31/12/2025

From all of us at the Psychological Association of the Philippines – Persons with Disabilities Special Interest Group, we extend our heartfelt wishes for a happy, meaningful, and fruitful 2026. May the coming year bring renewed hope, growth, and well-being, as we continue to advocate for inclusion, understanding, and accessible mental health support for all. Together, may we move forward with compassion, collaboration, and a shared commitment to empowering persons with disabilities and strengthening mental health in our communities.

Happy New Year! ✨🎉

26/12/2025

Great news!

Sonny Angara —Photo by Niño Jesus Orbeta | INQUIRER MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Education (DepEd) will allocate P1.04 billion for its Special Needs Education program covering

25/12/2025

We wish you a Merry Christmas! 🎄✨

May this joyful season bring warmth to your hearts, peace to your minds, and hope for brighter days ahead. May it also be a time of meaningful connections, shared compassion, and renewed strength as we continue to uplift and support one another.

With our warmest holiday wishes,
PAP PWD SIG Family 💙♿

24/12/2025

Mas malawak na suporta para sa children with disabilities!

22/12/2025

Happy Holidays from your PAP-PWD Special Interest Group family! 🎉✨

Wishing you a season filled with joy, love, and inclusivity.

May the new year bring hope, empowerment, and brighter opportunities for everyone!

19/12/2025

Republic Act No. 7277, also known as the Magna Carta for Persons with Disabilities, is a landmark law in the Philippines that upholds the dignity, rights, and well-being of persons with disabilities (PWDs). It ensures equal access to education, employment, health services, and public facilities, while protecting PWDs from discrimination, neglect, and abuse. By promoting full participation and inclusion in all aspects of social life, RA 7277 empowers persons with disabilities to live independently, contribute meaningfully to society, and enjoy the same opportunities and rights as everyone else. ♿💙

17/12/2025

Representing our shared commitment to inclusion and accessibility, Dr. Terry (Chair) and Dr. Rose (Co-Chair) attended the Technical Working Group (TWG) Meeting of the House of Representatives’ Special Committee on Persons with Disabilities on December 15, 2025.

15/12/2025

Who are the neurodivergent learners? 🤔

Neurodivergent learners are students whose brains process information, think, and learn in ways that differ from what is considered typical or neurotypical. This group includes individuals with conditions such as ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia, dyscalculia, and other learning or developmental differences.

Each neurodivergent learner brings unique strengths, perspectives, and talents to the classroom, but they may also face challenges that require understanding, flexibility, and support.

Embracing neurodiversity means more than just accommodating differences, it’s about creating inclusive learning environments where all students can thrive, feel valued, and reach their full potential. By recognizing and celebrating these differences, educators and peers alike can foster a culture of empathy, innovation, and collaboration.