Thursday, October 24, 2019

120 youths from conflict-affected villages undergo leadership training

From the Philippine Information Agency (Oct 24, 2019): 120 youths from conflict-affected villages undergo leadership training (By 23IB Philippine Army)


BUENAVISTA, Agusan del Norte – A total of 120 youths from the three conflict-affected barangays of Las Nieves, Agusan del Norte attended the three-day Barangay Youth Leadership Summit (YLS) on October 11-13, 2019 held at the Casiklan National High School, Brgy. Casiklan, Las Nieves, Agusan del Norte.

The local government unit of Las Nieves, Agusan del Norte in partnership with the 23rd Infantry "Masigasig" Battalion (IB), Philippine Army gathered the youth from the barangays of Ibuan, Casiklan and Durian (IBUCADUR) to nurture and develop them to become responsible citizens and a good leader in the near future.



The said summit with the theme “Kabatan-onan Hiusahon aron Kaugmaon ug Kahapsay Maangkon” (Unite the Youth for Brighter Future) included a series of lectures from different stakeholders, small group discussions, disaster preparedness orientation, cultural presentation, team-building activities, and spiritual enlightenment.

Punong Barangay Edwin C. Pasquito of Brgy Casiklan extended his gratitude to the local government unit of Las Nieves and 23IB for conducting the YLS.

“Always remember that you are still young having juvenile mind and principles in life. Avoid being victimized by the NPAs for you to live having no fear of threat and atrocities. Let us support our government. We only have one government; who provides opportunities and services to its people. You are the hope of our nation, always take good care of your future and love the life you have,” said Pasquito.


Meanwhile, Las Nieves Mayor Avelina S. Rosales thanked the 23IB for their efforts in conducting Barangay YLS in her town. "This activity is our way of communicating with our Youth to show that the government is concerned of their welfare because we want them to be always in a peaceful situation. Also, I encourage the participants to be a good leader in the future,” she said.

Moreover, Lt. Col. Francisco L. Molina Jr, 23IB Commanding Officer, urged the youth not to be afraid to dream big, "Do not stop until you reach it. We will be so glad to see you soon as one of the great leaders who will stand for peace and development in your barangay. Also, always put in mind what you have learned here, and do not let the enemies ruin your lives. Always be a responsible youth and start it in your families, in school and your community as well,” Molina said. (1Lt. Roel T. Maglalang, CMO Officer, 23IB, Philippine Army/PIA Agusan del Norte)

https://pia.gov.ph/news/articles/1029075

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