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As concerns grow over the impact of excessive social media use and video gaming on Filipino youth, Abra Lone District Rep. JB Bernos on Sunday urged local government units (LGUs) to invest more in sports, arts, and community-based activities that strengthen real-world connections, develop character, and steer young people away from harmful influences. “As we […]
Manila City Mayor Francisco “Isko” Moreno Domagoso cited the ongoing events in the Senate in his message to young Filipinos, telling them that real public discourse must be built on evidence and ideas, not personal attacks and insults. Domagoso delivered his remarks before the finalists of the “Youth Peace Summit 2026: Voice of the Youth, […]
The Provincial Government of Laguna under Governor Sol Aragones will officially launch the “Laguna Youth Patrollers” on May 27, an initiative aimed at empowering young people to become active partners in community reporting and local information dissemination across the province. Aragones said the program seeks to engage the youth as citizen journalists who can help […]
Senator Bong Go graced the Junior World Team Championship 2026 of the Junior Golf Foundation of the Philippines (JGFP) at Apo Golf and Country Club in Davao City as Special Guest of Honor, reaffirming his strong support for young athletes from around the world as they demonstrated excellence, discipline, and sportsmanship. “Congratulations to the organizers […]
Senator Bong Go underscored the role of grassroots sports in youth development and community building as the Fil-Chi Athletic Association Inc. Basketball League formally opened its second season at the Amoranto Stadium in Quezon City. Speaking in his capacity as Chairperson of the Senate Committees on Sports and on Youth, Go emphasized that community-based leagues […]
The Provincial Government of Samar, together with the three DepEd Schools Division Offices (Samar, Calbayog City, and Catbalogan City), Samar State University (SSU), and Northwest Samar State University (NwSSU), formally entered into a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) to reinforce collaborative programs aimed at empowering Samarnon learners and youth. The event marks the launch of two […]
To commemorate National Reading Day (Araw ng Pagbasa), Senator Loren Legarda renewed her push to further encourage reading among the youth, especially during their formative years. Legarda said reading, particularly for ages 6 to 12, can help the younger generation develop cognitive skills and strengthen critical thinking. “Reading should be pushed, especially at a time […]
As today’s youth prioritize becoming breadwinners for their families in the future, a member of the House of Representatives’ higher and technical education committee called on the government to ensure the youth have adequate opportunities to improve themselves through education. “Many young Pinoys are expecting to become breadwinners. The government must do all it can […]
Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano hailed teachers as the nation’s “sowers,” emphasizing their critical role in shaping the country’s future by instilling values in the youth. In his message for World Teachers’ Day, celebrated globally on October 5, 2025, Cayetano paid tribute to the country’s teachers who serve as “second parents” in school. “The […]
Senator Loren Legarda urged greater recognition and support for tourism frontliners, youth innovators, and senior citizens during the Department of Tourism’s (DOT) Tourism Month Activities held at the Centro de Turismo, Intramuros, Manila. The program, led by DOT Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco, featured the “Pasasalamat sa Tourism Frontliners”, the launch of the “Tourism Start-Up Challenge […]