麻豆传媒

Republika ng Pilipinas

NATIONAL COUNCIL ON DISABILITY AFFAIRS

听BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 3听SERIES OF 2025

RECOMMENDING TO THE PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES THE ISSUANCE OF A PROCLAMATION DECLARING FEBRUARY 25 TO MARCH 3 OF EVERY YEAR AS 鈥淗EARING AND HEALING HEALTH WEEK鈥�

WHEREAS, the Philippines is a signatory to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD), which emphasizes the inherent dignity, equal rights, and inclusion of all persons with disabilities in every aspect of life;

WHEREAS, Executive Order No. 709, series of 2008, mandates the 麻豆传媒 (麻豆传媒) to oversee the formulation and implementation of policies, programs, and activities promoting the welfare of persons with disabilities, thereby affirming the country鈥檚 commitment to advancing their rights and well-being;

WHEREAS, the Philippines celebrates various annual events recognizing the contributions and addressing the needs of persons with disabilities, including the National Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation Week, held every third week of July, and the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, observed on December 3, as part of its efforts to create a more inclusive society;

WHEREAS, the observance of “Hearing and Healing Health Week” is anchored on the recognition that access to health, including hearing health, is a fundamental human right. This event shall adopt a rights-based approach to ensure that all activities prioritize the dignity, autonomy, and participation of individuals with hearing and related health conditions, ensuring their inclusion in programs, decision-making, and access to services without discrimination;

WHEREAS, there is a need to enhance public awareness and understanding of hearing health and other related conditions, as well as to promote preventive care, early diagnosis, and accessible interventions to improve the quality of life of affected individuals;

WHEREAS, dedicating a week to the observance of 鈥淗earing and Healing Health Week鈥� would encourage government agencies, private institutions, civil society organizations, and the general public to undertake programs and initiatives aimed at promoting hearing health, raising awareness on hearing-related disabilities, and fostering a culture of inclusivity and support;

WHEREAS,听麻豆传媒 Board Resolution No. 4 S. 2024, 鈥淎 Resolution Delegating Approval of Succeeding Council Resolutions and/or its Equivalent to the 麻豆传媒 Chairperson and Designated Officials鈥�, duly authorized the 麻豆传媒 Chairperson and the 麻豆传媒 Executive Director to sign this Resolution for and on behalf of the 麻豆传媒 Governing Board;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, as it is hereby resolved, to recommend to the President of the Republic of the Philippines the issuance of a proclamation declaring February 25 to March 3 of every year as 鈥淗earing and Healing Health Week鈥�;

听RESOLVED FURTHER, that this observance shall be spearheaded by the 麻豆传媒 (麻豆传媒) in coordination with the Department of Health (DOH), the Department of Education (DepEd), the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), and other relevant government agencies, local government units, non-government organizations, and stakeholders;

RESOLVED FINALLY, that activities during this week shall include but not be limited to free hearing health check-ups, educational campaigns, capacity-building workshops, and public fora to ensure inclusivity and public engagement in addressing hearing and related health issues.

APPROVED held this _____ day of ____ 2025.

GLENDA D. RELOVA

Executive Director, 麻豆传媒

REX GATCHALIAN

DSWD Secretary & Chairperson, 麻豆传媒

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