Advocacy campaign to raise awareness of epilepsy launched

The Philippine League Against Epilepsy, in collaboration with Zydus PH, recently announced the launch of #STEPS: Stop The Epilepsy Stigma, a groundbreaking advocacy campaign dedicated to raising awareness, challenging misconceptions, and promoting a deeper understanding of epilepsy. Epilepsy affects millions of people worldwide, yet the stigma surrounding this neurological condition continues to persist. This stigma can lead to discrimination, social isolation, and a significant impact on the quality of life for those living with epilepsy.

The #STEPS challenge seeks to combat these issues through the campaign of 100 million steps in the aim to reach more people and foster a culture of acceptance and empathy with every steps volunteer. #STEPS has three main objectives. First is to raise awareness through a series of events starting with the #STEPS challenge, a collected goal of 100 million steps, educational materials, and social media outreach.

“We aim to increase public knowledge about epilepsy, its causes, and its effects. We believe that awareness is the first step toward breaking down the stigma,” the group said in a statement. Second is to promote understanding where the campaign will feature personal stories from individuals living with epilepsy, healthcare professionals, and caregivers, highlighting the challenges they face and the strength they show.

The goal is to humanize epilepsy and encourage empathy and understanding. Third is to advocate for change where #ST.