Virtual Event

Immerse yourself in our interactive Virtual Events hosted on Zoom. Explore the heart of our community with “Friendship Friday,” a beloved series led by our Buddies and crafted by our passionate interns. Every other week, they share fun and valuable skills, fostering a deep bond and a sense of belonging among all participants.

 

Our events focus on inclusion, aiming to ensure that every-Buddy feels welcomed and valued in our vibrant community.

Social / F2F

At Best Buddies Philippines, we organize a variety of social events and face-to-face activities to foster a sense of community and belonging among individuals with intellectual and developmental diversities. These events provide opportunities for participants to build friendships, develop social skills, and create lasting memories in a supportive and inclusive environment. 

 

Our social events include regular meet-ups, recreational outings, holiday celebrations, and community service projects, all designed to be fun and engaging. In addition to our internal events, we collaborate with various organizations and corporate partners to spread the message of inclusion and broaden our community of advocates through joint events, awareness campaigns, and collaborative projects.

Training Events

Best Buddies Philippines offers comprehensive training programs designed to promote inclusion and empowerment. Our Ambassador Training equips our Buddies with the skills and confidence to advocate for themselves and others, while our Inclusive Workplace Training helps corporate partners and volunteers create welcoming environments for people of all abilities.

These programs are part of our commitment to fostering inclusive communities and providing valuable resources for everyone involved.

Training Events

Leadership / Ambassador Training

Best Buddies Philippines offers comprehensive Ambassador Training programs, available in both virtual and face-to-face formats, to empower our Buddies. These sessions are led by volunteer speech coaches who work one-on-one with Buddies for a full day to help them develop public speaking and leadership skills.

 

Through personalized coaching and interactive exercises, participants learn how to effectively communicate their thoughts and ideas, advocate for themselves and others, and become leaders in their communities. Our Ambassador Training equips Buddies with the confidence and skills they need to make a positive impact in their lives and the world around them.

Training Events

Inclusive Workplace Training

Best Buddies Philippines offers comprehensive Inclusive Workplace Training to equip volunteers, partners, and companies with a deep understanding of intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our trainings foster empathy and dispels misconceptions, creating a foundation for building truly inclusive environments. Participants will learn about Best Buddies Philippines’ mission, vision, and programs designed to end the social isolation of people with IDD.

 

Through this training, we empower individuals and organizations to become effective advocates and allies, fostering successful partnerships and creating a more inclusive society for everyone.

Fundraising Events

Fundraising Events

Golf Tournament

This August 30th, Best Buddies Philippines will hold its first Golf Tournament entitled Inclusion Cup 2024 at the Manila Golf CC. We’re calling all golf players and golf lovers part of our community to play in the spirit of inclusion and acceptance.

 

As part 1 of our fundraising activities for the year, we want to integrate fun with mission and purpose. The proceeds of our fundraisers go back into expanding our flagship programs around the Philippines.

Fundraising Events

One More Time
Dance Night

One of the most awaited Best Buddies Philippines events of the year, the “One More Time” Fundraising Dance Night will be held at Xylo, The Palace on October 20, 2024!

 

BBP Fundraising Dance Nights is a community celebration of music and dance where individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) come together, socialize and enjoy dancing in a safe inclusive environment.

 

These dance nights are a staple to Best Buddies Philippines’ culture of providing and educating society on inclusion and acceptance in spaces, our community should be a part of. We are always innovating social and cultural experiences that promote a more holistic view of disability.

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Discover a variety of events organized by Best Buddies Philippines, dedicated to promoting community inclusion and fostering meaningful connections.

Since starting in 2014 with just two chapters we’ve been able to establish 15 chapters, create almost 400 matches, and touch the lives of 30,000 Filipinos regardless of ability. Even over the pandemic, we’ve been continuing to add to those numbers through our weekly #BBPSaturdaySeries of Learning where our buddies learn and try our something new.
If our weekly Saturday Series of activities weren’t enough, to further our advocacy and maximize our online presence, we’ve also partnered with influential local photographers and creatives to launch a fully online campaign in order to spread awareness for International day for Persons with Disability. Our drive and conviction for the cause has not wavered.

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Best Buddies Member Agreement

To join Best Buddies, all applicants must agree to the terms set forth in the Member Code of Conduct, Acknowledgement, and General Release as laid out below.

Member Code of Conduct

As a Best Buddies member:
  • I will be respectful, truthful, and inclusive in my interactions with others.
  • I will recognize and celebrate the diversity of character and abilities of all people.
  • I will conduct myself ethically, obey all laws, and act in good faith at all times.
  • I will abide by the rules, directives, and guidelines set forth by Best Buddies International.
  • I will respect the decisions and requests made by Best Buddies staff members and chapter leadership.
  • I will NOT harass, threaten, embarrass, or insult others.
  • I will NOT say or do anything that is harmful, abusive, racially or ethnically offensive, vulgar, sexually explicit, or objectionable.
  • I will NOT make inappropriate or unwanted physical, verbal, or sexual advances.

Acknowledgement

As a Best Buddies member:
  • I agree to follow the Member Code of Conduct when participating in Best Buddies and at all Best Buddies activities and events.
  • I understand that if I am matched in a one-to-one friendship, I will do my best to honor my commitment to my Buddy.
  • I understand that a Best Buddies member acts as a friend and a peer and NOT as a caregiver or dependent.
  • I give permission to be photographed and/or filmed at any Best Buddies activity, and I understand that any photograph or videotape may be used at the discretion of Best Buddies for publicity purposes (members may opt out).
  • Prior to the commencement of my participation, I will furnish Best Buddies with any medical information that may be necessary in treating me in the case of an emergency.
  • I consent to Best Buddies’ use and disclosure of such medical information to medical professionals that may need the information in order to treat me in the case of an emergency.
  • I understand that I must have a valid auto insurance policy if operating a motor vehicle in relation to a Best Buddies activity.
  • I understand that Best Buddies is in no way obligated to assign, or match, or actively seek to assign or match me in a one-to-one friendship, and that Best Buddies makes no guarantees, assurances, or other commitments, either express or implied, as to the impact or results of a match upon any of the parties involved.
  • I acknowledge that I have completed this application to the best of my knowledge and that all information I have provided is true, and I understand that any false or misleading information given by me in connection with my application for, or my membership with, Best Buddies International may result in termination of my membership.
  • I understand that Best Buddies International reserves the right to deny entrance into our programs to anyone, for any reason, at any time. Best Buddies also reserves the right to revoke membership from our programs for any reason, at any time.
  • I understand that, in cases where appropriate and necessary, Best Buddies International may require a background check prior to participation in our programs.
  • I acknowledge that I have read and agree to the terms of the Best Buddies International privacy policy. Best Buddies considers all personal information collected to be confidential and will not sell, share, or rent this information to others.
  • I understand that I am also responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of all privileged information that I receive through participation in Best Buddies.

General Release

In consideration of the benefits and opportunities afforded to me through participation in the Best Buddies organization, the participant states as follows:

 

  1. I hereby agree to release Best Buddies International, Inc., from any liability for any accident, injury, or illness suffered at, during, or in connection with any Best Buddies activities, except for any accident, injury, or illness which results from gross misconduct by Best Buddies International, Inc., or its staff.
  2. I authorize Best Buddies International, Inc., to obtain medical treatment in the event of injury or illness in connection with a Best Buddies activity and agree to pay any expense incurred for treatment.
  3. I understand that, in connection with any Best Buddies activity, if I am riding in a private passenger automobile which is involved in an accident, I may be primarily covered for bodily injury under my family automobile policy, and I agree to submit any medical bills incurred to my insurance company for payment. If my policy has been issued with a deductible clause relative to the personal injury protection, I understand that I have assumed that deductible on primary coverage.
  4. If I am being transported in a commercial carrier or other leased or rented vehicles in connection with a Best Buddies activity and an injury occurs, I understand that I shall look to the commercial carrier or owner of the leased or rented vehicle to pay any medical bills incurred as a result of such injury.

 

NOTE: The participant agrees to assume all risk of accident, injury, or illness that may occur at, during, or in connection with any Best Buddies activity.


Last updated: 2/6/2024