Abner Mercado's 'Krusada' for People With Disabilities

Aside from physical constraint, people with disabilities (PWDs) are confronted everyday with limited access to opportunities normal people enjoy. Some of which include the basic right to employment, and even access to appropriate restrooms in commercial establishments.



This Thursday in “Krusada,” Abner Mercado takes a look at the plight of PWDs as he advocates for their rights and full integration to society so they can flourish as productive citizens of the country.



Aside from constructing suitable ramps and lanes, Abner believes in providing PWDs with proper education and business and livelihood trainings.



Join Abner as he accompanies Khervee, a five-year old kid who is not able to walk properly, and his parents to the Philippine General Hospital to seek medical advice for his condition. Will still he be able to run around and play with his friends?



Listen, take part and be one with Abner’s crusade because it takes more than words to make a stand. Watch “Krusada” this Thursday (September 1) after “Bandila” on ABS-CBN.

Manila Hostage Crisis Remembered on Krusada

A year has passed since the hostage-taking incident at Quirino Grandstand in Manila took the lives of eight tourists from Hongkong.



The tragedy gave the Philippines a bad name as millions all over the world witnessed the unsuccessful operation carried out by the government and the police in order to rescue the hostages.



On its first anniversary, Henry-Omaga Diaz reexamines the events following the Manila bus siege this Thursday (August 25) in “Krusada.” He personally went to Hongkong to interview the victims and their families. Have they gained the justice they deserve?



Meanwhile, has the Kapisanan ng mga Brodkaster ng Pilipinas (KBP) drafted guidelines for the media in covering hostage-taking crises such as this one? Diaz will also find out if government agencies such as the DILG issued resolutions when it comes to handling these sensitive cases.



Listen, take part and be one with Henry’s crusade because it takes more than words to make a stand. Watch “Krusada” this Thursday (August 25) after “Bandila” on ABS-CBN.

Karen Davila's 'Krusada' on Quality Healthcare

Compared to private health institutions, public hospitals offer cheaper, and sometimes free medical services. Poor Filipino families depend on them for their medical needs.



What will happen if government-managed hospitals such as the Philippine Heart Center, San Lazaro Hospital and Philippine Orthopedic Center become privatized?



This Thursday (August 11), Karen Davila will present the implications of Department of Health (DOH)’s Public-Private Partnership (PPP) program, which is said to improve the services offered by public hospitals.



Will this shift aid the poor or will it only burden them?



Promoting quality healthcare has long been Karen Davila’s cause. This is why she expresses concern over this new measure pushed by the government.



Listen, take part and be one in her crusade for quality healthcare this Thursday (August 11) in “Krusada” after “Bandila” on ABS-CBN.

Henry Omaga-Diaz's 'Krusada' for Overseas Filipino Workers

Lack of job and business opportunities have pushed Filipinos to search for livelihood abroad. There, they don’t only find work, but they also earn more than what they usually get back home.

But while more and more Filipinos are trying their luck in different parts of the world, 1.7 million OFWs to be exact, many also return to the Philippines unsuccessful.

ABS-CBN anchor Henry Omaga-Diaz believes OFWs should get help and support to recover from the difficulties they experienced in foreign lands. Join him this Thursday (July 28) in “Krusada,” as he begins to fight for new opportunities here and abroad for the nation’s modern-day heroes.

Year after year, many Pinoys go back with nothing, while others return with emotional and physical trauma from abusive employers or injuries from work.

Such is the story of Steve Tamayo, owner of the famous Tamayo’s Catering. After working as a waiter and janitor in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait, he gained considerable success in the ‘90s, but was then faced with a huge dilemma.

Ma. Fe Muya, on the other hand, went back and forth to Singapore as a domestic helper in 1995. She lived through the constant verbal assault from her employer, but finally went home in 2007 after her boss got into the business of prostitution. Still, she wasn’t fazed by this and returned to Singapore again. Will she finally reach her dreams this time?

Find out the government’s programs for the OFWs and how citizens can help them get their lives back on track and towards prosperity in “Krusada” with Henry-Omaga Diaz this Thursday (July 28), after “Bandila” on ABS-CBN.

Karen Davila's 'Krusada' on Renewable Energy

Award-winning broadcast journalist Karen Davila returns to the current affairs program “Krusada” to lobby the use of Renewable Energy, or energy from natural resources, in the country.

Karen believes this is the solution to the Filipinos’ woes when it comes to electricity. Presently, over 26 percent of Filipinos have no access to electricity, while those who have electricity are constantly troubled by the rising costs for this necessity.

Joining Karen in calling for the government’s support for Renewable Energy is the independent organization Greenpeace. According to the group, the Philippines can reach up to 50% usage of Renewable Energy by the year 2020.

One of the successful projects employing Renewable Energy such as solar energy is the “Ride for Light” project in Mindoro. The livelihood of families that were given solar home kits didn’t only get a boost, but the health of their children also improved.

Witness how Renewable Energy brings light, literally and figuratively, to communities and how it has changed their lives for the better. Listen and take part in Karen’s crusade, because it takes more than words to make a stand.

Catch the program this Thursday (July 21) on ABS-CBN Channel 2, after “Bandila.” Be heard by sending in your comment on the issue and the program. Like Krusada’s official Facebook fanpage (http://facebook.com/Krusada) and follow the show on Twitter (http://twitter.com/KrusadaTV).

Dyan Castillejo's 'Krusada' Against Politics in Sports

With every game or match, Filipino athletes are known to fight with all their might and heart to bring glory to the nation. Unfortunately, they don’t usually get the support they truly need and deserve from home.

The Philippine Dragon Boat team, for example, has beaten superpowers in rowing to become world champions, but they still pack their own rice and canned goods to international competitions because they are not given pocket money.

There are even times they dive into the sea to find clams so that they have something to eat.

This Thursday (July 14) in “Krusada,” ABS-CBN senior sports correspondent Dyan Castillejo tries to put an end to this unfair treatment of Filipino athletes by exposing the politics in sports that has stood in the way of having them get proper support and recognition.

Dyan fought for medical assistance to our ailing Olympic boxers in the program before, and now she will continue her crusade for other national team players. This list includes swimmers who were disqualified to participate in a tourney because of politics, a Wushu artist who competed without allowance, and the members of the Karatedo team, who were given only one way tickets to the country they were fighting in.

Why do our athletes experience these challenges? Listen to their pleas and find out the whole story this Thursday (July 14) in “Krusada,” after “Bandila” on ABS-CBN. Because it takes more than words to make a stand, join Dyan Castillejo’s crusade. Post your comments on the issue and the episode on the “Krusada” Facebook fanpage