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(File photo) MANILA - A party-list lawmaker on Thursday said the enactment of the law mandating all schools nationwide to ensure inclusive education for learners with disabilities (LWDs) is another step forward for the promotion and protection of the rights of persons with disabilities (PWDs). ACT Teachers Rep. France Castro welcomed President Rodrigo Roa Duterte's signing of Republic Act (RA) 11560, calling it another victory for LWDs and disability education advocates who underwent "several years, even decades of struggle" just to push the government for their right to education. Castro noted that an overwhelming majority of PWDs are unable to study even in public schools due to lack of teachers or learning resources and facilities that will suit their needs. "No children should be left behind and we should adjust our education system to accommodate the needs of our LWDs," Castro said. The new law, she said, would also be a continuation of the Filipino Sign La ....

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