CITY OF MALOLOS — The Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office (PSWDO) of Bulacan conducted “Basta Bulakenyo Kahit May ‘K’ OK!” recently in line with the celebration of the National Disability Rights Week 2026.
Anchored on this year’s theme “Rights First, Legislation Forward – Strategic Action for Equal Participation and Inclusive Development”, the activity brought together Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) from various cities and municipalities across the province for a day of recognition, empowerment, and talent showcase on Wednesday (July 22) at the Bulacan Capitol Gymnasium.
A singing competition featuring 20 participants representing their respective local government units were among the highlights of the celebration. Three contestants were recognized for their outstanding performances and received cash prizes and commemorative sashes.
Marck Jocel Tolo of the City of San Jose del Monte was named Second Runner-up and received P2,000, Nestor Rellama of the Municipality of Bustos was awarded First Runner-up and received P3,000, while Angela Marie Cabela of the Municipality of Balagtas emerged as the Grand Winner, taking home a cash prize of P5,000.
This reaffirms the Provincial Government of Bulacan’s commitment to promoting the rights, welfare, and inclusion of PWDs in the province.
Meanwhile, Governor Daniel R. Fernando emphasized that Bulacan remains committed to building an inclusive province where no one is left behind and there is no room for discrimination.
“Hindi lang po ito basta selebrasyon, ito po ay paalala na ang bawat tao ay may pantay pantay na Karapatan at pantay na pagkakataong mabuhay na ginagagalang, may pag-asa at walang diskriminasyon. Patuloy nating palalakasin ang mga programang nagbibigay ng oportunidad at nagtataguyod ng kanilang kapakanan upang makabuo tayo ng isang lipunang tunay na inklusibo, patas, at may malasakit para sa lahat,” Fernando said. (UnliNews Online)
