24/08/2026
๐๐๐ก๐๐๐๐ ๐ฆ๐๐๐๐ฆ ๐๐ฅ๐๐ก๐๐ฆ ๐๐๐๐ ๐ฅ๐๐ฆ๐๐๐ฅ๐๐ ๐ง๐ข ๐ง๐๐ ๐๐๐ข๐๐๐ ๐ฆ๐ง๐๐๐: ๐๐๐ฆ๐ง ๐ฅ๐๐ฆ๐๐๐ฅ๐๐ ๐ฃ๐ฅ๐๐ฆ๐๐ก๐ง๐๐ง๐๐ข๐ก ๐๐ง ๐ช๐๐ฅ๐ ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ฒ! ๐๐
The School of Deaf Education and Applied Studies (SDEAS) of De La SalleโCollege of Saint Benilde proudly celebrates a meaningful achievement at the World Disability Rehabilitation Congress (WDRC) 2026 in Bali, Indonesia.
Two research presentations from SDEAS brought Philippine perspectives on Deaf inclusion to an international audience, with one earning the distinction of Best Research Presentation.
โA Training Needs Analysis of Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) on Deaf Accessibility and Inclusion,โ by Ms. Rochelle Martin, Ms. Jeremine Ko, and Mr. Raymond Manding, was recognized as a Best Research Presentation.
The study examines the training needs of PhilSA in strengthening Deaf accessibility and inclusion, offering insights into how institutions can build greater awareness, capacity, and readiness to create more inclusive environments. Its recognition highlights the value of research that responds to real institutional needs and contributes to practical approaches to accessibility and inclusion.
Also presented at WDRC 2026 was โCommunication as Partnership: An Exploration of Workplace Communication Practices Between Hearing and Deaf Professionals,โ by Ms. Mara V. Ygar, Dr. Leonides D. Sulse, and Mr. Bronson L. Escalderon.
The research explores how Deaf and Hearing professionals communicate in the workplace, highlighting the role of Filipino Sign Language, interpreter-mediated communication, technology, and organizational practices in creating more accessible and inclusive professional environments.
While the two studies focus on different aspects of Deaf inclusion, they share a common goal: understanding how organizations can create environments where Deaf people can participate fully, communicate effectively, and thrive.
For SDEAS, bringing these studies to WDRC was not only an opportunity to share research, but also to listen, learn, and connect with researchers, educators, advocates, and professionals from different parts of the world. The experience opened opportunities for meaningful conversations, knowledge exchange, and potential future collaborations.
More importantly, these presentations reflect SDEASโs continuing commitment to research that is grounded in the experiences of Deaf people, responsive to real-world needs, and capable of contributing to meaningful change.
Congratulations to Ms. Roch, Ms. Jere, Sir Mond, Ms. Mara, Dr. Leo, and Sir Bronson! ๐ค
Your work brings pride to Benilde SDEAS and demonstrates how Philippine research can contribute to the global conversation on Deaf accessibility, communication, and inclusion.
From the Philippines to Bali and beyond, SDEAS continues to bring Deaf-centered research and Filipino perspectives to the world. ๐
