MCCID’s Training Director Jojo Esposa Jr., a PRID alumna, received a plaque of recognition on behalf of MCCID for continuing the programs of PRID by opening up a sign language training center.
The award was given during the 35th Anniversary of the Philippine Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf, which was celebrated last October 13, 2013, at PSD Grounds. Sir Jojo took his basic sign language course at PRID in 1992. He continued his training while at the same time establishing the Manila Christian Computer Institute for the Deaf. He finished the course in 1995.
Sir Jojo received the award together with Sir Jun Celada of the Philippine Association of Interpreters for Deaf Empowerment (PAIDE). MCCID offers a one-year Certificate in Sign Language and Interpreting course.
