Members of the Persons with Disability (PWD) sector in Mandaue City came together in a spirit of unity and celebration for their Year-End General Assembly. The event, held on December 21, 2025, took place at the Barangay Umapad gymnasium and was led by the sector's newly elected officers.
A Gathering of Resilience and Celebration
The assembly served a dual purpose: to strengthen community understanding and to provide a platform for gratitude. Attendees shared heartfelt thanks for the blessings and achievements they have received as individuals and as a collective group. The gathering powerfully demonstrated that perceived limitations are not barriers to success, with many members sharing their personal inspirational stories of triumph over life's various challenges.
Active Participation and Community Support
The community showed up in full force, offering tremendous support by actively participating in various games and activities organized during the event. This enthusiastic involvement highlighted the deep-seated acceptance and mutual respect within the community. The atmosphere was particularly charged with the festive spirit of love and camaraderie, setting a hopeful tone for the upcoming Christmas and New Year celebrations.
A Model for an Inclusive Future
Participants expressed a strong hope that this initiative would serve as a model for other localities. The core message they aim to spread is the vision of a truly inclusive society where every person, regardless of ability, has fair and equal opportunities to thrive. The event concluded on a high note, filled with hope and a reinforced sense of love for one another, a poignant contrast to the hardships of daily life.
Report was written by Jessa M. Bacus, a BA-Communication student from the University of the Visayas.
