To All our Benefactors, Friends, and Colleagues in the Sector
April 27, 2010
We (NOVA-CBM) are pleased to provide you with an update --- not just on the numbers of persons with disability (PWDs) who have passed through our doors at the NOVA-CBM Foundation ICT Training Center, but more relevantly, with specific success stories about PWDs who we have trained and are now gainfully employed.
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On our staff, we have people like Cromwell Taduran, who has Cerebral Palsy (CP) and started out with us as a Technical Staff Trainee. After a short stint, we had him train and undergo the Medical Transcription Training Program with Total Transcriptions Solutions, Inc. After qualifying, under the tutelage of the Foundation, he pioneered its Work-At-Home Program. He is now Training Manager of the NOVA-CBM ICT Training Center. Significantly, the Training Center is now completely |
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managed by PWDs except for the interpreter who happens to be the mother of a hearing impaired child. |
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GRACE S. ALMIROL
| Job Position: |
Training Admin Clerk |
| Company: |
NOVA FOUNDATION |
| Disability: |
Dwarfism |
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A graduate of Diploma in Computer Science from ICCT Colleges Foundation, Inc. She started her stint as a worker in Tahanan Walang Hagdanan in Cainta Rizal and had her On-the-Job-Training at NOVA’s training department. Included in the Batch 11 Data Encoding Program of NOVA-CBM ICT Training Center. Her training gave her the opportunity to develop her skills and build self confidence in dealing with other people. She is now presently employed as a regular employee of the Foundation and currently assigned in the training department. |
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PRINCESS MAJAL L. DALISAY
| Job Position: |
Training Assistant |
| Company: |
NOVA FOUNDATION |
| Disability: |
Facial Deformity |
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A graduate of vocational course in Programming from STI. Included in the Batch 14 Data Encoding Program of NOVA-CBM ICT Training Center. As a result of her training, the Foundation gave her the opportunity and chance to start a new chapter in her life and a career despite of her having a facial deformity that haunted her for years. She is now presently employed in the training department of the Foundation. |
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There is also the story of Gimar Aguillon, our hearing impaired web-master who had learned the ropes and started out as an Encoder. He left the Foundation for a while to finish a course in website designing at the Manila Christian Computer Institute for the Deaf (MCCID). He is now back with us and does website development for several clients.
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NOVA-CBM TRAINEES’ SUCCESS STORIES
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ELIAS G. BALBUENA, JR.
| Job Position: |
Data Encoder |
| Company: |
Department of Foreign Affairs
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| Disability: |
Hearing Impairment |
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Reached up to 3rd year Bachelor of Elementary Education from the University of Nueva Caceres, Bicol. Included in the Batch 6 Data Encoding Program of NOVA-CBM ICT Training Center. |
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RUMIJAE ALFRED F. BUBON
| Job Position: |
Data Encoder |
| Company: |
Department of Foreign Affairs
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| Disability: |
Hearing Impairment |
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A graduate of Diploma in Business Technology from MCCID. He is a typing whiz who can type an average 12,000 ksph both alpha and numeric. Included in the Batch 10 Data Encoding Program of NOVA-CBM ICT Training Center. His training gave him the opportunity to develop his skills and build self confidence in dealing with other people. |
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KISHA D. BATUIGAS
| Job Position: |
Data Encoder |
| Company: |
Department of Foreign Affairs |
| Disability: |
Hearing Impairment |
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A graduate of Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from System Plus Computer College. Included in the Batch 10 Data Encoding Program of NOVA-CBM ICT Training Center. |
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EMMANUEL I CRUZ
| Job Position: |
Data Encoder |
| Company: |
Department of Foreign Affairs |
| Disability: |
Hearing Impairment |
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A graduate of Diploma in Computer Design Technology from MCCID. Included in the Batch 11 Data Encoding Program of NOVA-CBM ICT Training Center. |
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ABIGAIL C. GONZALES
| Job Position: |
Data Encoder |
| Company: |
Department of Foreign Affairs |
| Disability: |
Hearing Impairment |
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A graduate of a vocational course in information technology from Miriam College. Included in the Batch 6 Data Encoding Program of NOVA-CBM ICT Training Center. |
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RUBY ANN MARGARETTE E PABALINAS
| Job Position: |
Data Encoder |
| Company: |
Department of Foreign Affairs |
| Disability: |
Hearing Impairment |
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A graduate of Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Manila Central University. Included in the Batch 5 Data Encoding Program of NOVA-CBM ICT Training Center. |
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MARIA THERESA R. VICENTE
| Job Position: |
Data Encoder |
| Company: |
Department of Foreign Affairs |
| Disability: |
Hearing Impairment |
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A graduate of Diploma in Business Technology from MCCID. Included in the Batch 6 Data Encoding Program of NOVA-CBM ICT Training Center. |
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NONITO T VISAGAR, JR.
| Job Position: |
Data Encoder |
| Company: |
Department of Foreign Affairs |
| Disability: |
Hearing Impairment |
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A graduate of Diploma in Business Technology from MCCID. He is a typing whiz that he can type an average 14,000 ksph both alpha and numeric. Included in the Batch 9 Data Encoding Program of NOVA-CBM ICT Training Center. |
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JONA MARIE D ROMULO
| Job Position: |
Data Encoder |
| Company: |
Department of Foreign Affairs |
| Disability: |
Cerebral Palsy
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A graduate of Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from University of Rizal System. Included in the Batch 7 Data Encoding Program of NOVA-CBM ICT Training Center. |
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ERIC A SABORDO
| Job Position: |
Data Encoder |
| Company: |
Department of Foreign Affairs |
| Disability: |
Speech Impairment |
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A graduate of a vocational course in computer from University of Datamex Institute of Technology. Included in the Batch 6 Data Encoding Program of CBM-NOVA ICT Training Center. |
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RONA MAY T DELOS REYES
| Job Position: |
Data Encoder |
| Company: |
Department of Foreign Affairs |
| Disability: |
Hearing Impairment |
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A graduate of Diploma in Business Technology from MCCID. Included in the Batch 6 Data Encoding Program of CBM-NOVA ICT Training Center. |
On the other hand, we have listed below another set of PWD graduates from our Training Center who had been employed prior to enrollment with us but whose skills we further honed in order that they could find better jobs. Like the First Batch, they have passed TESDA Certification and are working as Encoders with the DFA. This has been made possible with renewed confidence in themselves and their abilities:
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REMEDIOS L. BINUAGAN
| Job Position: |
Data Encoder |
| Company: |
Department of Foreign Affairs |
| Disability: |
Facial Deformity |
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A graduate of Two-Year Secretarial Course. Have taken vocational course in Dressmaking. With experience working in a garment factory in Sta. Mesa, Manila. Included in the Batch 7 Data Encoding Program of NOVA-CBM ICT Training Center.
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IRENE L CAPICIO
| Job Position: |
Data Encoder |
| Company: |
Department of Foreign Affairs |
| Disability: |
Hearing Impairment |
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A graduate of Bachelor in Applied Deaf Studies from College of Saint Benilde. With experience working at Jollibee as service crew and in Scentral Laboratories as helper. Also had a short stint working in the Department of Health as a clerk. Included in the Batch 6 Data Encoding Program of NOVA-CBM ICT Training Center. |
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ELIZABETH C DELA CRUZ
| Job Position: |
Data Encoder |
| Company: |
Department of Foreign Affairs |
| Disability: |
Hearing Impairment |
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A graduate of Associate in Information Technology from CAP College Foundation.Included in the Batch 7 Data Encoding Program of NOVA-CBM ICT Training Center. With experience working in SUYEN BENCH as sales crew and model. |
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MA MAGDALENA A. PINGARON
| Job Position: |
Data Encoder |
| Company: |
Department of Foreign Affairs |
| Disability: |
Hearing Impairment |
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A graduate of a vocational course in computer technician from University of Baguio. With work experience in various NGO as clerical staff and Jollibee as service crew. Included in the Batch 8 Data Encoding Program of NOVA-CBM ICT Training Center. |
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RENATO O. MORAN, JR.
| Job Position: |
Data Encoder |
| Company: |
Department of Foreign Affairs |
| Disability: |
Hearing Impairment |
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A graduate of Diploma in Business Technology from MCCID. With experience working in SUYEN BENCH as sales crew. Included in the Batch 2 Data Encoding Program of NOVA-CBM ICT Training Center. And then, there are the PWD graduates who have gone even further after improving their skills and abilities --- |
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MARILOU G. CORDERO
| Job Position: |
Call Center Agent |
| Company: |
SUTHERLAND Contact Services |
| Disability: |
Physically Handicapped (Polio) |
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A resident of Punta, Sta. Ana, Manila, MARILOU comes from a low-income level family. Even with her disability and financial difficulties in life, she was able to reach 3rd year college studies in Accountancy at the Jose Rizal University. A former employee of Price Smart and DSWD-NCR, MARILOU happens to be a hardworking and dependable person according to her co-workers. Included in the Batch 3 Data Encoding Program of NOVA-CBM ICT Training Center. Even at the onset, she had believed that this chance would serve as the gateway to job opportunities that she had been looking for. Worked as a Secretary with Berkeley Enterprises in Sta. Mesa, Manila; Also, as Call center Agent with ICT GROUP in Ortigas, Mandaluyong; and, as Admin-Clerk IV at the DSWD-NCR after completing her training program with NOVA-CBM. Presently works as Call Center Agent at Sutherland Contact Services in Alabang Business Park handling financial accounts. Her training with NOVA-CBM enabled her to become a better person and boosted her self-confidence.
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MALCA E. MENDOZA
| Job Position: |
Front Desk Receptionist |
| Company: |
TAO Corp. |
| Disability: |
Born with a harelip |
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A resident of Brgy. Central, Quezon City, MALCA comes from a middle-income level family. A graduate of New Era University with a degree in Bachelor of Secondary Education Major in Mathematics. Included in the Batch 12 Data Encoding Program of NOVA-CBM ICT Training Center. Presently works as a regular employee at TAO Corp. with the position of Front Desk Receptionist. She has shown that her disability is not a hindrance to acquiring a good job. Her training with NOVA-CBM has built up her self-esteem and allowed her to become more sociable with fellow trainees and to others as well. |
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ARTHUR L. PRINCIPE
| Job Position: |
Utility Worker II |
| Company: |
Supreme Court of the Philippines |
| Disability: |
Hearing Impairment |
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Graduated from CAP College with a degree in Bachelor of Science in Management. Worked as Sales Crew with SUYEN Bench. Included in the Batch 13 Data Encoding Program of NOVA-CBM ICT Training Center. Presently works as co-terminus employee of Justice Brio, the first hearing-impaired employee to be hired by the judiciary.
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JASMIN H. BALASTA
| Job Position: |
Inventory Clerk |
| Company: |
ExcelSource Cooperative, Alabang Branch |
| Disability: |
Born with dwarfism |
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Comes from a low-income level family in the Province of Sorsogon. Given the situation, she tried to continue looking for a job to sustain the needs of her family and her own education. Became a direct seller of Avon and Natasha and a wig maker as well. Wanting for better opportunities, JASMIN tried her luck in Manila. Included in the Batch 12 Data Encoding Program of NOVA-CBM ICT Training Center. Presently works as an Inventory Clerk with ExcelSource Cooperative assigned to Alabang Branch.
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EDERSON B. REGALARIO
| Job Position: |
Inventory Clerk |
| Company: |
ExcelSource Cooperative, Bacoor, Cavite Branch |
| Disability: |
Polio |
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Born in Bulusan Sorsogan. Able to finish numerous vocational courses specifically in radio operation and computer technology. But encountered difficulties in finding a job after completing these courses. Included in the Batch 12 Data Encoding Program of NOVA-CBM ICT Training Center. Presently works as an Inventory Clerk with ExcelSource Cooperative assigned to Bacoor, Cavite Branch. As Ederson had said in one of his text messages: “The NOVA Foundation had given me the only opportunity I have right now to become a productive and reliable person in my work and with my family.”
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ARVIN CHRISTIAN S. ROSALES
| Job Position: |
Inventory Clerk |
| Company: |
ExcelSource Cooperative, Novaliches Branch |
| Disability: |
Speech Impairment |
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A graduate in Nueva Caceres with a degree in Bachelor of Science in Computer Science. Became a storekeeper in a poultry shop for a year in Bulacan. Included in the Batch 13 Data Encoding Program of NOVA-CBM ICT Training Center. Presently works as an Inventory Clerk with ExcelSource Cooperative assigned to Novaliches Branch.
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EDUARDO JOSEPH C. ROXAS, Jr.
| Job Position: |
Inventory Clerk |
| Company: |
ExcelSource Cooperative, Tondo Branch |
| Disability: |
Polio |
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Able to finish a Two-Year Course in Computer Technology. Unfortunately, his disability has caused him to lose confidence in applying for jobs until he learned about the Nova Foundation where he gained skills and a positive self-image. Included in the Batch 13 Data Encoding Program of NOVA-CBM ICT Training Center. Presently works as an Inventory Clerk with ExcelSource Cooperative assigned to Tondo Branch.
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MARY JIM T. SANTOS
| Job Position: |
Inventory Clerk |
| Company: |
ExcelSource Cooperative, Taft Avenue, Manila Branch |
| Disability: |
Polio |
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A graduate of University of Makati with a degree in Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. Worked for Price Mart as Membership Clerk and in some computer shops in Makati City. Included in the Batch 13 Data Encoding Program of NOVA-CBM ICT Training Center. Presently works as an Inventory Clerk with ExcelSource Cooperative assigned to Taft Avenue, Manila Branch. Her training with NOVA-CBM made her more confident at work and more open in dealing with others.
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There are 233 more persons with disability we know of (whose cases we could track) who have managed to go beyond what they normally were able to do prior the Training Program we provide.
These persons have now moved forward to maximizing the use of their talents & skills in their respective places of employment.
Two weeks ago, we started our 17th Training Program-- may we therefore take this opportunity to invite you to visit the NOVA-CBM ICT Training Center at 2nd floor Emmanuel Building, Ramon Magsaysay Blvd., Sta. Mesa, Manila so you could take a firsthand look at what we (NOVA-CBM) have wrought together to meet our shared goals of helping PWDs.
But of course, we cannot rest on what we have achieved so far. We do welcome whatever financial help you can give. Right now, we have a number of ways by which you can donate to the foundation.
PLEASE MAKE YOUR DONATIONS PAYABLE TO:
THE NOVA FOUNDATION
Or you may deposit your donations to:
Asia United Bank
Ground Floor Joy-Nostalg Center No. 17 ADB Avenue Ortigas Center, Pasig City
For Peso donations
C/A #001-01-003424-6
For Dollar donations:
S/A #001-19-001274-1 |
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Maraming salamat po.
