39th IB officer supports implementation of the ROTC

From the Philippine Information Agency (Aug 15): 39th IB officer supports implementation of the ROTC

It’s a two thumbs up for an officer of the 39th Infantry Battalion to bring back the implementation of the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) to high schools.

Commanding Officer Lt. Col. Harold Argamosa said that the ROTC is a good way in instilling t proper discipline, leadership as well as patriotism  among the  youth.

“The training could also help the younger generation get rid of illegal drugs and other vices and mold them into better persons,” Argamosa stated adding that the ROTC is also an avenue to fight recruitment activities of rebel groups.

Meanwhile, Argamosa is encouraging the local government units in the 39th IB’s areas of responsibility to include Antipas, Arakan, Pres. Roxas, Makilala, Magpet, Kidapawan City and Tulunan in North Cotabato and Columbio in Sultan Kudarat to partner with the military in protecting the youth from the influence of rebel groups.

He said that mostly, rebel groups are recruiting the youth to be part of their armed struggle.

As part of the military’s initiative in countering insurgency and recruitment, Argamosa noted that they are strengthening the conduct of the Peace and Development Outreach Program (PDOP).

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