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September 30, 2024

Oscar M. Lopez Center to celebrate with the Deaf community on International Day of Sign Languages

Did you know that within the broader group of individuals who experience hearing loss orimpairment (the deaf), there are those […]
August 15, 2024

Climate change affects the Deaf more severely; here’s how they cope, and how we can make sure they’re not left behind

Persons with disabilities are affected by climate impacts “in a distinct and more severe way compared to others,” as the UN Office of the High Commissioner on Human Rights says. 
July 22, 2024

National Disability Rights Week: The Deaf lead climate action in a pioneering project

Quietly creating change for two years now, Deaf persons have been working with their hearing colleagues on a pioneering project that would enable the Deaf community to be prepared and able to adapt to the risks and disasters that come with climate change.
April 24, 2024

Oscar M. Lopez Center hosts Forum on Deaf-Inclusive Climate Action on Earth Day 2024

Underscoring the urgent need for inclusive governance and climate action strategies that encompass all segments of society, including the Deaf and hard of hearing, the Oscar M. Lopez (OML) Center hosted "Filipino Sign Language para sa Pagbabago ng Klima, Talakayan para sa Inklusibong Kinabukasan" on Monday, April 22, 2024, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Rockwell Business Center Tower 3, Ortigas Ave., Pasig City, in celebration of Earth Day.
February 14, 2024

Inclusive Governance for the Deaf pushed by Project SIGND at COP28

Dubai, UAE – Equitable climate governance requires acknowledging the disproportionate impact of climate change on the Deaf community. Ensuring equal […]
October 25, 2023

Even with limited budget, NGOs can do a lot to address impacts of climate change – Dr. Lasco

During the CODE-NGO Public Forum, Dr. Rodel D. Lasco presented the OML Center's flagship programs aimed at mainstreaming climate change and making climate science more actionable for the policymakers, private sector, youth, media, and the wider public.