In partnership with the City College of Calapan through its dynamic College Administrator, Dr. Rene Colocar, UNAP and UNVP conducted the first YES 4 MDGs training last January 31 to February 1 in Calapan City, Mindoro Oriental.
The training was attended by youth, student and teacher participants from several schools in Calapan City. The opening program was graced by Dr. Rene Colocar, Dr. Felisa Florendo, Board Member, UNAP, and Mr. Hiroyuki Takita, Programme Officer, UNVP.
Prof. Serafin Arviola discussed the Progress of the Millennium Development Goals: The Youth Challenge and Leadership and Volunteerism. He was followed by Dr. Michelle Cabreros, Doctors to the Barrio Program, DOH in her topic, Status Report of HIV Infections among Young People in the Philippines. After her, Tieza Santos and Katrina Wy from ASHOKA Youth Venture talked about Social Entrepreneurship. Ms. Corazon Macaraig also tackled the Volunteer Practices in the Philippines. Finally, Prof. Bert Tuga facilitated the participants in the formulation of youth declaration for HIV/AIDS-Free Philippines.
One of the highlights of the training was the solidarity night celebrated with a bonfire. Selected participants expressed their gratitude to the organizers for the opportunities given to them. Likewise, they affirmed to continuously share the spirit of service and volunteerism to their fellowmen.
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