The Philippine Blind Union and Palawan Precious Life Foundation, Inc organized a two-day braille training in Palawan to help less fortunate visually impaired Palawenos to learn the basic braille alphabet and numbers, braille reading and writing techniques, and practical application of braille in daily life, April 22 to 23, 2024 at ATO Plaza Building Wescom Road corner National Highway, Puerto Princesa City. The Philippine Blind Union was represented by their Chairman Mr. Ching San Ranola, together with braille trainer Ms. Marie Joyce C. Lopez, physically blind, from Resources for the Blind.
Ms. Joyce Lopez give her written message for visually impaired individuals and to the general public during a two-day braille training in Palawan. She is seeking a support from government and non- government organizations to help marginalized visually impaired individual in giving a good daily quality life that promotes well-being.
Embracing Abilities: Empowering Individuals with Visual Impairment
“I am honored to share a message with a general audience. This message aims to encourage individuals with visual impairment to pursue opportunities, particularly in Braille and other skill-enhancing trainings. Additionally, I want to emphasize the importance of shifting the focus from limitations to abilities, urging individuals without disabilities to discover the incredible potential within persons with disabilities. Lastly, I would like to highlight the significance of supporting programs and projects that empower people with disabilities and encourage partnership with organizations like the Palawan Eye Center.
1. Embracing Opportunities: Having personally experienced the challenges and triumphs of living with visual impairment, I want to encourage others like me to pursue opportunities that can enhance their skills and open doors to a brighter future. Through accessible education and training programs, individuals with visual impairment can acquire the necessary skills to excel in various fields. Let us embrace the power of Braille and other training opportunities to empower ourselves and make a meaningful impact in society.
2. Shifting Perspectives: It is time to shift our perspectives and move beyond the limitations often associated with disabilities. I urge everyone to see beyond the visual impairment and focus on the remarkable abilities and strengths that individuals with disabilities possess. By celebrating their accomplishments and recognizing the valuable contributions they make in their respective fields, we can break down barriers and promote a culture of equality and acceptance. Let us redefine what it means to be disabled and embrace the unique talents that individuals with disabilities bring to the table.
3. Discovering Potential: To the individuals without disabilities, I invite you to actively seek out and discover the untapped potential within persons with disabilities. Engage in meaningful interactions and collaborations, and you will witness firsthand the incredible abilities and perspectives they possess. By embracing diversity and inclusivity, we can create a society that values the contributions of every individual, regardless of their abilities or disabilities. Together, let us build bridges of understanding and appreciation.
4. Empowering Programs and Projects: It is crucial to support programs and projects that empower people with disabilities. By investing in accessible education, vocational training, and assistive technologies, we can provide individuals with the tools they need to succeed. Organizations like the Palawan Eye Center play a vital role in providing essential eye care services and support to individuals with visual impairment. I encourage everyone to be a part of this empowerment journey by partnering with different organizations and contributing to the creation of a more inclusive society.” Ms. Lopez said, she also shared a quote from Helen Keller “alone we can do so little, together we can do so much!”
The Palawan Precious Life Foundation Inc, welcome individuals and government and non- government organization for possible partnership and sponsorship to sustain this braille training project for less fortunate Palawenos for details kindly send message them at email address: palawanpreciouslife@gmail.com, with contact details +63 975 595 8946, Facebook page: Palawan Precious Life Foundation Inc.
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