Difference between revisions of "Lanao del Norte, Philippines"

'''Lanao Norte youth leaders undergo camp to promote positive values'''

*Source: http://www.pia.gov.ph/?m=1&t=1&id=55646

*Thursday, September 22, 2011

:by Vincent N. Labial

TUBOD, Lanao del Norte, Sept. 22 (PIA) -– More than 80 youth leaders from the province participated in the two-day Inter-Municipal Youth Camp held at the provincial capitol grounds last Sept. 17-18. The participants were members and officers of the Youth for Development (Y4D) group, an organization supported by the provincial government to help promote positive values among the youth of the province. “We are thankful to Gov. Khalid Dimaporo for recognizing the youth of Lanao del Norte as his partner in bringing positive change and development to the province,” Y4D President Richard Reyes said. On the first day, the campers were taught basic life skills, responsible sexuality, confronting threats, environmental protection, and living effectively with parents and pre-marital sex. Based on a study made by the UP Population Institute, one out of four Filipinos aged 15-24 are engaging in premarital sex. The young participants were urged to practice abstinence and to encourage also their peers to do the same to curb unwanted teenage pregnancy cases. On the evening of Day 1, a community bonfire was held with a local band providing entertainment for the celebration of the camp’s solidarity night. “This is the second year that we’re having this youth camp. Through this activity, we hope to unite the youth leaders of the province promote teamwork among the participants and enhance their leadership skills,” Population Officer Ananette Daniel said. The campers came from the towns of Sultan Naga Dimaporo (SND), Kolambugan, Tangcal, Nunungan, Kapatagan, Baroy, Maigo, Tubod, Bacolod, Linamon, Salvador, and Tagoloan. The second day was highlighted by a tree planting activity and a clean-up drive dubbed as ‘Youth Brigade Pahina.’ Soldiers from the 35th Infantry Battalion (35IB) also lent their support by leading the Taebo morning exercises. The provincial government has identified a new office for Y4D within the capitol grounds as it continue to support activities that empower the youth sector of Lanao del Norte. (PIO/PIA-10)