Wednesday, July 29, 2009

For Sale: Brand New Induction Cooker for Php 30,000 (cash or terms)



A sponsor donated this induction cooker to Isang Bata, so I need to sell it to be able to use the money for future projects. PLEASE SUPPORT THE CHILDREN WE ARE HELPING BY HELPING ME LOOK FOR POSSIBLE BUYERS :)

Owner hasn't used this because he already has another high-tech cooker in his home. He only plugged it once to test it. Product is still in original box and is in mint condition. And since we are going to use the money for future projects for the children, I and the owner have agreed to sell it on installment, since it's quite pricey :)

If interested,
Email me: imelda.aznar@yahoo.com
Or text me: 0916.4120636

Here are the specs:

* This induction cooker is very to clean because the top is totally flat.
* The switches and buttons are fully touch sensitive, it also includes a safety lock button for added safety.
* It has an overheat protection sensor; it automatically cuts off power when excessive heat is detected.
* Very environment friendly and energy safe, healthier than a microwave oven. It induces current to heat up the metal pot directly.

For more information on the product, you can visit website www.inex2u.com

Monday, July 27, 2009

Conference on children's developmental disorders



A doctor friend of mine from the Philippine Society for Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics is requesting everyone to spread the word about this convention, for the benefit of those who might have the need to attend this. Please feel free to re-post this announcement. Thank you.

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The Philippine Society for Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics announces its 5th BIENNIAL CONVENTION entitled “DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS: Challenging and Controversial Issues Across the Lifespan”.

Topics include “The State of the Disabled Child in the Philippines: Challenges and Opportunities”, “The Hypotonic Infant: Approach to Diagnosis and Management, “Feeding Problems and Dysfunctions in Infants with Developmental Disorders”, The Hyperactive Toddler: Drawing the Line Between Disorder and Normal Temperament”, “The Toddler with Specific Language Delay: Distinguishing Between Developmental Lag and Disorder”, “The Medicated ADHD Child in School: Issues and Practice Guidelines”, “Social Skill Deficits of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder in the Regular School”, “ The Wrath of Math: Helping Children Overcome Math Difficulties”, “The Teen with ADHD: Drawing the Line Between Disorder & Co-morbidities”, “Sexuality & Reproductive Health Issues of Adolescents with Developmental Disorders”, “Mentally Challenged Teen: Life After School”.

This will be held on August 31 and September 1, 2009 at the Mandarin Oriental Suites Gateway Mall, Araneta Center, Quezon City. Conference fee is P2,000 on or before August 1, 2009. On-site registration fee is P2,500. For more information, contact: Dr. Stella Guerrero Manalo, Telefax – 633-6686/ 0926-432-5147.

The Philippine Society for Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics was formed in September 1999 with its mission to lead in partnership with key stakeholders in empowering families, advocating health policies through quality training and research, and working towards a responsive society that protects and nurtures every Filipino child’s full potential.

Consistent with its main objective to promote the science and art of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics, the society announces its 5th BIENNIAL CONVENTION entitled “DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS: Challenging and Controversial Issues Across the Lifespan”.

This will be held on August 31 and September 1, 2009 at the Mandarin Oriental Suites Gateway Mall, Araneta Center, Quezon City. Conference fee is P2,000 on or before August 1, 2009. On-site registration fee is P2,500. For more information, contact: Dr. Stella Guerrero Manalo, Telefax – 633-6686/ 0926-432-5147.

Thursday, July 16, 2009

Our list of donors and supporters

After the success of our Back to School project for the benefit of 140 school children of Sikatvill, Muntinlupa, Isang Bata would like to give BIG THANKS and WARM HUGS to our friends, supporters and donors:

Arlene Brosas of Akap Bata, Peter Foo, Jes and Bowi Aznar, Betty Uy-Regala, Mick Enrique, Mike Sicam and Isa Garcia, Randy Aquino, Chot Chavez, Maroz de Mesa, Jaymie Divinagracia, Irene Chia, Junji Lerma, Karts Guerrero, Rossana Unson and friends, Ruth and Nonoy Floresca, Yasmin Ortiga, Ryan Balingit, Lisa and Jeffrey Penano, Beth de Leon, Ann and Sonny Agustin, Blue Star Workers Labor Union.

Denise, Cholo and Mar Mendoza, Iten and Bob del Rosario, Nikki Diyco, Arleen and Dean delos Santos, Janet Babara, Jenny and DJ Guinto, Jenny Weinekke, BAS Batch 90: Don Cortes, Che Fernandez, Maricar, Anne Pagaduan, Marco Abelardo, Jason, Minnie & Nina Jumaquio, Jojie Recto, Jonathan Lino, Geey Afinidad, Cooki Macatol, Poteet and Tiger Gimenez, Yettie Dalmacio.

Sunday, July 12, 2009

Pictures from our back-to-school program in Sikatvill, Muntinlupa






















Ime, Dino, Arlene, Peter, Jes and Bowi went to Sikatvill, Muntinlupa last July 10 to distribute school supplies to 140 daycare schoolchildren. The children were also served some merienda: pancit, spring rolls and cereal drinks.

Saturday, July 11, 2009

LIBRE KA BA SA JULY 18? PUNTA NA SA CUBAO X.


may free concert ang the wuds, itchyworms, pedicab, ciudad, markus highway, purplechickens at marami pang ibang banda sa cubao x sa july 18.

beneficiary ang ISANG BATA (www.isangbata.blogspot.com) ng concert na ito. pero dahil libre nga yung concert, magsesetup lang kami ng donation box para sa mga damit, laruan, mga libro at iba pang mga donasyon na gusto ninyong ibigay sa mga batang mahihirap ng Maynila. pwede ring magbigay ng cash.

may isesetup din kaming mini photo exhibit mula sa proyekto noong july 10 sa sikatvill muntinlupa. ito ay ang back to school project ng ISANG BATA kung saan may 140 bata ang nabigyan ng mga gamit sa eskuwelahan.

inaanyayahan po namin kayong pumunta sa concert at magdala ng donations. o kung gusto naman ninyong maging parte ng aming maliit na grupo, pwede rin kayong mag signup sa gabing iyon bilang volunteer. imbitahan din sana ninyo ang inyong mga contacts at kaibigan na dumaan sa cubao sa july 18. MARAMING SALAMAT!

Sunday, July 5, 2009

Welcome, Peter!



Dino and I recently met with our latest Isang Bata volunteer, Mr. Peter Foo. Welcome aboard, Peter!

Thursday, July 2, 2009

The Anti-Child Pornography Act of 2009

BACKGROUND

Senate Bill No. 2317 entitled "An Act Prohibiting Child Pornography, Imposing Penalties for the Commission Thereof and for Other Purposes" passed the Third and Final Reading last November 24, 2008. All Senators unanimously voted for the approval. The Bill has been forwarded to the lower house for concurrence.

In the House of Representatives, House Bill No.644o entitled "An Act Defining the Crime of Child Pornography, Prescribing Penalties Thereof, and for Other Purposes" has passed First Reading. The Committee on Justice, Committee on the Welfare of Children and Committee on Appropriations has reviewed and forwarded the same for consideration by the Plenary for Second Reading. Once the lower house version has passed Second and Third Reading, a bi-cameral session will be held to come-up with a consolidated version of the Senate Bill and House Bill.

An Open Letter to the President has been finalized by the Core Group on Child Pornography of the Sub-Committee on Sexual Abuse and Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (SC SACSEC) under the Council for the Welfare of Children (CWC).

Intended to be printed on the Philippine Daily Inquirer on 26 July 2009, (a day before the State of the Nation Address [SONA]), this letter is calling for a Presidential Certification of the Anti-Pornography Act of 2009 as a priority bill of this administration.

Here is a copy of the open letter.

AN OPEN LETTER TO PRESIDENT GLORIA MACAPAGAL-ARROYO

Dear Madame President,

We, the concerned organizations and individuals working for children’s rights and welfare, strongly appeal for the consideration of the Anti-Child Pornography Act of 2009 as a priority bill for passage during your administration.

Senate Bill No. 2317 entitled “An Act Prohibiting Child Pornography, Imposing Penalties for the Commission Thereof and for Other Purposes" passed the Third and Final Reading last November 24, 2008. All Senators unanimously voted for the approval. This Bill has been forwarded to the lower house for concurrence.

In the House of Representatives, House Bill No.6440 entitled "An Act Defining the Crime of Child Pornography, Prescribing Penalties Thereof, and for Other Purposes" has passed First Reading. As of May 28, 2009, the Committee on Justice, Committee on the Welfare of Children and Committee on Appropriations has reviewed and forwarded the same for consideration by the Plenary for Second Reading.

Child Pornography is a grave violation of the Rights of the Child. The use of children and young people in pornographic materials demeans their intrinsic worth and dignity as human beings. It reduces them into commercial sexual objects. The internet is the new playground for pedophiles and sex offenders who lure and groom children into becoming victims of child pornography.

We commend the Government of the Philippines ratification of the Convention on the Rights of the Child, the Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child on the Sale of Children, Child Prostitution and Child Pornography and other relevant international instruments and treaties. However, the continued proliferation of child pornography in the Philippines and around the world indicates that more action needs to be taken. The absence of a comprehensive law to prevent and respond to child pornography has negated most efforts to protect children and paved the way for the continued perpetuation of this crime.

As a nation, we cannot afford to lose the gains we have made for the Filipino Child. Neither can we let go of the pride we have in measuring up to the expectations of the Filipino Child. Together, we must effectively and decisively respond to the needs of the Filipino Child.

Madame President, we reiterate our appeal for the certification of the Anti-Child Pornography Act of 2009 as a priority bill of the Administration.

In the best interest of the Filipino Child,



Lunduyan para sa Pagpapalaganap, Pagtataguyod at Pagtatanggol ng Karapatang Pambata



SPREAD THE WORD AND/OR HELP GENERATE PLEDGES IN WHATEVER AMOUNT WITHIN THE NEXT 10 DAYS BEGINNING JULY 01 FOR THE PRINTING.

Deposit pledges to:
Metrobank 20th Avenue Branch
Acct: # 7-320-50470-4

Fax deposit slip with full name and contact number of depositor to: 9117867
Lunduyan will immediately acknowledge and send you a copy of the receipt.

Lunduyan para sa Pagpapalaganap, Pagtataguyod at Pagtatanggol ng Karapatang Pambata(Lunduyan)
Chair, Sub-Committee on Sexual Abuse and Commercial Exploitation of Children (SC SACSEC)
c/o: Irene Fonacier Fellizar – 09175312252 or Nelia Dychinco Sevidal – 09206349841