Bayani is back-and this time, it's his first day of school! This delightful and charming back to school story
reminds you that learning looks different for everyone...that's what makes learning special and fun.
A percentage from every Bayani and the ABCs of Me book sale will go towards projects and outreach with global organization, Autism Pamilya, which provides resources, education and support to autistic Filipinos and families globally.
Connect with Autism Pamilya on Social Media:
Facebook: Autism Pamilya
IG: @autismpamilya
Batario, Irene: - Irene Batario is one of the creators behind social media channel, Tita and Kuya, which highlight the contributions of Filipinos in Jacksonville, Florida and across the globe. Irene has a passion for sharing the rich history and culture of the Philippines and currently serves as a board member of Jax Filipinos, a non-profit organization focused on connecting everyone to Filipino culture in Jacksonville, Florida.In addition to her work with the Filipino community, Irene has a professional background serving the autism and disabled community. She currently serves as a Job Coach for disabled students, while also supporting students and families in the school's adult and transition enrichment programs. She also assisted in the creation of one of the first ABA centers and school programs in the Philippines.She is a co-founder of Autism Pamilya which merges their love of Filipino culture and the autism and disabled community. Autism Pamilya is a global community organization for autistic and disabled Filipinos and their families with a mission of providing support through resources, education and community outreach.
Pagaduan, Arli: - Arli Pagaduan is a writer, illustrator, and self-published author. She graduated with a BS Multimedia Arts & Sciences from Mapúa Institute of Technology (now Mapúa University) in 2013. Arli creates stories through words, books, illustrations, paintings, and comics. She has self-published five books with the latest being "I Like It Here in the Interim: Short Stories" in 2022. She believes in creating art and breathing words that are life-giving, hope-inspiring, and love-reminding. Themes of her works revolve around spirituality, faith, relationships, people, personal reflections and experiences, matters of the heart, and her life values. Arli delights in smearing the sides of her hands with watercolor, ink, pencils, and pastels, as well as drawing digitally. She carries the mindset that there is a perfect medium for each story. Since 2016, she has been an active member of Ang Ilustrador ng Kabataan (Ang INK), the first and only Philippine organization that creates and promotes illustration for children.
Salonga, Redner: - Redner Salonga is one of the creators behind social media channel, Tita and Kuya, which highlight the contributions of Filipinos in Jacksonville, Florida and across the globe. Redner has a passion for sharing the rich history and culture of the Philippines and currently serves as Vice President of Jax Filipinos, a non-profit organization focused on connecting everyone to Filipino culture in Jacksonville, Florida.In addition to his work with the Filipino community, Redner has a professional background serving the autism and disabled community. Redner is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst, volunteer for disability based organizations anda flight attendant for Delta Air Lines. He also is a co-founder of Autism Pamilya which merges his love of Filipino culture and the autism and disabled community. Autism Pamilya is a global community organization for autistic and disabled Filipinos and their families with a mission of providing support through resources, education and community outreach.
