THE CORRESPONDENTS

March 25, 2008

Those who could see might never understand how the blind understands the world, but the darkness does not hinder the blind from making the most out of the opportunities made available to them.

Abner Mercado and The Correspondents team explore the struggle of the blind to find opportunities for themselves.

The valedictorian of the Philippine School for Blind proves that blindness is not a hindrance to be productive at home and in school. He wakes up in the wee hours of the morning and fetches water for his family.

A musician has brought honor to the Philippines in his performance in the US. This musician is also blind. Another blind person proves that she could go with the flow of the corporate demands, as she works as a recruitment assistance in a call center company.

However, another blind person who has qualified in the board exams was never hired because of her condition.

The documentary sheds light in what the blind deserves to have – opportunity, not pity.