It was in 2016 when the Philippine Association for Citizens with Developmental and Learning Disabilities Inc. (PACDLD) began recognizing professionals and parents who have made significant contributions to autism awareness, advocacy, and support through the Autism Advocate Award. Throughout the...
The government must craft a comprehensive plan to address the needs of Filipinos on the autism spectrum, advocates said on Friday, April 10. According to the Autism Society Philippines (ASP), one in 100 Filipinos have autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Advocates cited gaps in services and...
Quezon City 5th district Rep. PM Vargas is calling for the swift passage of House Bill (HB) No. 3771, or the "Autism Assistance Act" in a bid to institutionalize a comprehensive support system for Filipinos diagnosed with autism. Vargas had this to say Wednesday, April 1, a day before the...
SM Supermalls enters its new era as a truly inclusive Mall for All with ground-breaking milestones launched during this year 's National Autism Consciousness Week (NACW). Through its corporate social responsibility arm, SM Cares, SM celebrated acceptance and appreciation with nationwide...
Like many young mothers, Christine “Chrissy” Roa relied on regular checkups to guide her in raising her firstborn, Frederic, fondly called Fedi. At 1.2 years old, during a routine visit, their doctor went through a developmental checklist in detail. “At the end of it, hardly any of the boxes...
Award-winning actor Dennis Trillo has defended Jazz, the son of Jennylyn Mercado, from bashers. On social media, Dennis called out netizens for allegedly making inappropriate comments about Jazz. However, it appears that the conversation thread between Dennis and the netizens has been deleted. It...
For nearly a decade, the SM Mall of Asia (MOA) Arena has been more than just a world-class events venue—it has become a place of belonging for thousands of persons in the autism spectrum. Since 2014, the Autism Society Philippines (ASP) Angels Walk for Autism has found its symbolic and logistical...
More than 40,000 advocates, families, and supporters gathered at the SM Mall of Asia Arena for the Autism Society Philippines ' Angels Walk 2025—a powerful show of unity and support aimed at amplifying autism awareness, acceptance, and inclusion across the country. On May 18, thousands of...
Kristyn Dela Cruz, a neurodiversity advocate, and Gigi Daza, wife of Congressman Paul Daza, have much in common. Both are mothers to individuals with speech delays and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). They have faced challenges in raising their children, including public discrimination. What they...
Marikina City 1st district Rep. Marjorie Ann Teodoro (Facebook) Persons with autism (PWDs) shouldn't be left behind in terms of the care and attention given to them, relative to persons with disabilities (PWDs). This was the...
BAGUIO CITY – A Filipino artist is holding an art exhibit here until June that seeks to benefit people with autism. Dubbed "A Masterpiece of Myseterpiece Art," the exhibit started on April 5 at The Manor in Camp John Hay and the opening was graced by Mayor Benjamin Magalong of this city and...
Miss Philippines-Universe Michelle Dee (Contributed photo) Miss Philippines-Universe Michelle Dee is bent on continuing her "lifelong mission" following her rousing stint in the Miss Universe 2023 pageant. Dee was the special guest during the...
