GCash Supports Persons with Disabilities on Their Financial Wellness Journey

#GCash has partnered with WOW LEAP, Inc. (Women with Disabilities Leap to Social and Economic Progress) to enhance the financial wellness of persons with disabilities. This partnership aligns with GCash’s mission to empower every Filipino and emphasizes the “Kahit Sino, Kaya” campaign, celebrating individuals who foster a more inclusive Philippines.

 

About WOW LEAP

WOW LEAP, managed by women with disabilities, advocates for access, gender equality, and social inclusion. These goals closely align with GCash’s vision of Finance For All.

Partnership Initiatives

The collaboration between GCash and WOW LEAP includes:

• Sponsorship programs
• Fundraising activities
• Capacity-building workshops

These initiatives aim to empower persons with disabilities and create a more accessible financial landscape.

Key Statements

Neil Trinidad, Chief Marketing Officer of GCash, highlighted the importance of inclusion: “Inclusion is one of our core values, and GCash is at the forefront of financial inclusion. The persons with disabilities sector is among the most underserved. Of the 1.9 million disability cases in the Philippines, 673,000 have physical disabilities. Only 11% of persons with disabilities are employed, and only 9.6% are banked.”

Wheelchair Donations

One of the first initiatives was the donation of wheelchairs to patients at the Philippine Orthopedic Center (POC), supported by Visa. This initiative aims to help beneficiaries retain their independence and improve their quality of life.

Personal Advocacy

Adeline “Adz” Dumapong, the first Paralympic Games medalist of the Philippines and Project Manager of Capacity Development for WOW LEAP, shared her inspiring journey in the #GCashStories campaign. She emphasized the need for allies in advocating for persons with disabilities.

Further Impact

The partnership also focuses on:

• Access to education
• Access to funding

GCash will work closely with WOW LEAP and its network across eight regions to help more people.

Financial Literacy and Technology

Under its Finance For All banner, GCash is developing a financial literacy module covering digital financial security, investments, insurance, and savings. The app will also leverage technologies like GCash QR codes for fundraising efforts.

Commitment to Inclusivity

Winsley Bangit, GCash Vice President and Group Head of New Businesses and Wealth Management, stated, “Part of our vision of inclusivity is that financial aid is readily available to those who have a great need for it. GCash is helping make financial security more accessible—and our technologies are making compassionate, collective action possible for all the kind-hearted individuals who wish to help in any way they can.”

GCash recently signed a memorandum of understanding with the National Council on Disability Affairs to create a more inclusive workplace for persons with disabilities.

FAQs

1. What is the main goal of the GCash and WOW LEAP partnership? The main goal is to enhance the financial wellness of persons with disabilities through various initiatives like sponsorship programs, fundraising activities, and capacity-building workshops.

2. How does GCash support persons with disabilities? GCash supports persons with disabilities by providing financial literacy modules, leveraging technologies for fundraising, and creating inclusive policies and programs.

3. Who is Adeline “Adz” Dumapong? Adeline “Adz” Dumapong is the first Paralympic Games medalist of the Philippines and the Project Manager of Capacity Development for WOW LEAP. She is featured in the #GCashStories campaign.

4. What are some key areas of focus for the partnership? The partnership focuses on access to education, access to funding, and empowering persons with disabilities to achieve financial independence.

5. How can people contribute to WOW LEAP’s fundraising efforts? People can contribute to WOW LEAP’s fundraising efforts through GCash QR codes available on the app.