In the Philippines, Christmas is the longest season of the year, beginning as early as September. On IDEA’s campuses, this season brings decorations hung with care, Christmas songs practiced in sign language, and a sense of excitement that builds week by week. For most students, IDEA’s celebrations also provide them with their only Christmas gifts. […]
For fourteen years, Krishnna lived without school, friends, or a way to communicate — a reality many Deaf children in remote areas still face. Her parents, like so many others, didn’t know what help was out there or what her future could hold. That’s when IDEA’s outreach team stepped in. They visited Krishnna’s home again
See how students are preparing for future jobs with hands-on training activities. The Deaf community is rich and vibrant, with its own language and culture built on visual communication. At Bohol Deaf Academy, we celebrate this while also preparing our high school students for the future through hands-on training. Students take classes in cooking, bread
Forty years ago, God stirred a vision to bring education, skills, and hope to Deaf children in the Philippines. What began with a handful of students has grown into a thriving community. Today, that vision lives in hundreds of graduates who now work as teachers, business owners, carpenters, and community leaders. It lives in parents
Congratulations to the Junior High School Completers and Senior High School Graduates of Bohol Deaf Academy, Batch 2024-2025! Their success is a testament to the power of accessible education and the importance of supportive organizations. It demonstrates that Deaf individuals can break down barriers and achieve their goals. As they step into their futures, these
The holidays are a time for joy, and finding the perfect gift for our deaf children can make their season even brighter! We had the joy of organizing another Christmas shopping trip for our deaf children. New clothes, shoes, school supplies, and hygiene essentials are on their Christmas wish list. Our IDEA staff and teachers
Nicanora, a mother of a deaf student who graduated senior high school from Bohol Deaf Academy (BDA) on May 31, 2024, had the opportunity to share their story during the graduation ceremony. As a mother of three deaf children, she used to worry about their future. Other people used to mock them because they were
