Ngayong buwan ng Agosto, ating ginugunita at ipinagdiriwang ang Buwan ng wika bilang pagbibigay ng kahalagahan sa ating wika, ang Filipino at ang kontribusyon nito sa ating mga buhay. Ipinapaalala nito na napaka-importante sa isang bansa na magkaroon ng pambansang wika upang lubos na makilala ang yaman ng ating kultura. Pero ano ba ang kahalagahan ng pagkakaroon ng iisang wika? Paano natin ito maipagmamalaki sa buong mundo ngayong panahon ng globalisasyon? At paano natin ito magagamit upang makamit natin ang pagbabago?
“Ang hindi magmahal sa sariling wika ay higit sa hayop at malansang isda; kaya ating pagyamaning kusa, gaya ng inang sa atin ay nagpala.” Ito ang tanyag na katagang nagmula sa ating pambansang bayani na si Gat. Jose Rizal na nagbibigay kahalagahan sa wika sa buhay ng isang tao. Isang inspirasyonal na kataga at kapupulutan ng aral tungkol sa pagpapahalaga ng wika. Kahit maraming wikang banyaga ang alam na sabihin ni Rizal, hindi niya tinalikuran ang kanyang bansa at pinalagahan ang wikang Tagalog na isa sa mga parating ginagamit ng mga Pilipino noon.
Ang pagkakaroon ng iisang wika ay nangangahulugang nagkakaisa ang mga mamamayan at nagkakaintindihan ang lahat para sa iisang hangarin. Dahil kung hindi pinahalagahan noon na magkaroon ng pambansang wika ay hindi magkakaintindihan at magulo ang pakikipag-komunikasyon at talastasan. Hindi magiging maayos ang buhay kung iba’t-ibang wikang etniko ang dapat nating kabisaduhin. Kaya noon, pinahalagahan ni dating Pangulong Manuel Quezon na magkaroon ng iisang lengwahe upang magkaisa at maipakita sa buong mundo na kung may iisang wika na ginagamit ang isang bansa, nagkakaisa sa iisang hangarin ang mga tao nito. Kaya itinanghal nating ‘Ama ng wikang Pambansa’ si Quezon dahil sa kanyang natatanging limbag sa wika’t panitikan.
Ngayong panahon ng globalisasyon at makabagong teknolohiya, hindi papahuli ang ating wika. Kagaya sa website na Facebook na kung saan ay pwedeng gamitin ang wikang Filipino bilang medium o lengwahe sa pakikipag-komunikasyon at lubos na maintindihan ng mga Pilipinong gumagamit nito kung paano paganahin ito. Hindi rin papahuli ang Twitter na kailan lang ay pwede na sa wikang Filipino. Kamakailan lamang ay naging sikat sa website na YouTube ang isang music video kung saan tampok ang isang banyaga na kumakanta sa wikang Filipino at siya ay si David DiMuzio na lumabas na sa iba’t-ibang programa dito sa ating bansa.
Sa ibayong dagat naman, alam niyo bang may 1.4 milyong tao sa Estados Unidos ang nagsasalita sa wikang Filipino at ito ang pang-apat na lengwahe na parating ginagamit ng mga tao roon. Hindi rin mawawala ang mga bansang may mga OFWs na kung saan natututunan ng mga banyaga kung paano magsalita sa Filipino.
Ngayong pumapasok na ang iba’t-ibang wikang banyaga sa ating bayan, kailangan nating pahalagahan at wastong gamitin ang ating pambansang wika. Ating ipaalam sa kanila na kung nandito ka sa Pilipinas, dapat matuto kang magsalita sa wikang Filipino upang lubos na makilala ang kultura at panitikan ng ating lipunan.
Ang ating wika ay sumisimbolo ng isang bansang matatag at nagkakaisa dahil kung hindi magkaintindihan ang bawat mamamayan nito dahil sa mga pansariling wika, hindi uunlad ang ating bayan at patuloy pa rin sa paglayo ang inaasam nating pagbabago. Kung may iisang wika, magkakaintindihan ang lahat at magkakaroon ng iisang hangarin at ito ay bumangon mula sa mga pinagdaanang problema. Ngayong nasa tuwid na landas na tayo, ating ipagmalaki at ipagbunyi na mayroon tayong iisang wika at ito ang Filipino na daan sa iisa nating hangarin, at ito ang pagbabago sa lipunan. Nawa’y ating gamitin ng wasto ngayong buwan ng wika ang Filipino at taas-noo tayong magsalita sa ating sariling wika!
“Ang hindi magmahal sa sariling wika ay higit sa hayop at malansang isda; kaya ating pagyamaning kusa, gaya ng inang sa atin ay nagpala.” Ito ang tanyag na katagang nagmula sa ating pambansang bayani na si Gat. Jose Rizal na nagbibigay kahalagahan sa wika sa buhay ng isang tao. Isang inspirasyonal na kataga at kapupulutan ng aral tungkol sa pagpapahalaga ng wika. Kahit maraming wikang banyaga ang alam na sabihin ni Rizal, hindi niya tinalikuran ang kanyang bansa at pinalagahan ang wikang Tagalog na isa sa mga parating ginagamit ng mga Pilipino noon.
Ang pagkakaroon ng iisang wika ay nangangahulugang nagkakaisa ang mga mamamayan at nagkakaintindihan ang lahat para sa iisang hangarin. Dahil kung hindi pinahalagahan noon na magkaroon ng pambansang wika ay hindi magkakaintindihan at magulo ang pakikipag-komunikasyon at talastasan. Hindi magiging maayos ang buhay kung iba’t-ibang wikang etniko ang dapat nating kabisaduhin. Kaya noon, pinahalagahan ni dating Pangulong Manuel Quezon na magkaroon ng iisang lengwahe upang magkaisa at maipakita sa buong mundo na kung may iisang wika na ginagamit ang isang bansa, nagkakaisa sa iisang hangarin ang mga tao nito. Kaya itinanghal nating ‘Ama ng wikang Pambansa’ si Quezon dahil sa kanyang natatanging limbag sa wika’t panitikan.
Ngayong panahon ng globalisasyon at makabagong teknolohiya, hindi papahuli ang ating wika. Kagaya sa website na Facebook na kung saan ay pwedeng gamitin ang wikang Filipino bilang medium o lengwahe sa pakikipag-komunikasyon at lubos na maintindihan ng mga Pilipinong gumagamit nito kung paano paganahin ito. Hindi rin papahuli ang Twitter na kailan lang ay pwede na sa wikang Filipino. Kamakailan lamang ay naging sikat sa website na YouTube ang isang music video kung saan tampok ang isang banyaga na kumakanta sa wikang Filipino at siya ay si David DiMuzio na lumabas na sa iba’t-ibang programa dito sa ating bansa.
Sa ibayong dagat naman, alam niyo bang may 1.4 milyong tao sa Estados Unidos ang nagsasalita sa wikang Filipino at ito ang pang-apat na lengwahe na parating ginagamit ng mga tao roon. Hindi rin mawawala ang mga bansang may mga OFWs na kung saan natututunan ng mga banyaga kung paano magsalita sa Filipino.
Ngayong pumapasok na ang iba’t-ibang wikang banyaga sa ating bayan, kailangan nating pahalagahan at wastong gamitin ang ating pambansang wika. Ating ipaalam sa kanila na kung nandito ka sa Pilipinas, dapat matuto kang magsalita sa wikang Filipino upang lubos na makilala ang kultura at panitikan ng ating lipunan.
Ang ating wika ay sumisimbolo ng isang bansang matatag at nagkakaisa dahil kung hindi magkaintindihan ang bawat mamamayan nito dahil sa mga pansariling wika, hindi uunlad ang ating bayan at patuloy pa rin sa paglayo ang inaasam nating pagbabago. Kung may iisang wika, magkakaintindihan ang lahat at magkakaroon ng iisang hangarin at ito ay bumangon mula sa mga pinagdaanang problema. Ngayong nasa tuwid na landas na tayo, ating ipagmalaki at ipagbunyi na mayroon tayong iisang wika at ito ang Filipino na daan sa iisa nating hangarin, at ito ang pagbabago sa lipunan. Nawa’y ating gamitin ng wasto ngayong buwan ng wika ang Filipino at taas-noo tayong magsalita sa ating sariling wika!
http://thefilipinoservant.wordpress.com/2011/08/05/wikang-filipino-wikang-panlahat-ilaw-at-lakas-sa-tuwid-na-landas/
REPORT CARD: Ang Antas ng Edukasyon sa Pilipinas brings together, for the first time, veteran newscaster Mike Enriquez and actor Dingdong Dantes both of whom share a passion for education. Enriquez was a former university professor and is current chairman of the board of trustees of La Salle Greenhills. Dantes spent his formative years at the Ateneo and has recently put up a foundation that provides education opportunities for disadvantaged students.
"Twenty years from now
you will be more disappointed
by the things you didn't do
than by the ones you did.
So throw off the bowlines,
sail away from the safe harbor,
catch the trade winds in your sails."
EXPLORE.
DREAM.
DISCOVER.
you will be more disappointed
by the things you didn't do
than by the ones you did.
So throw off the bowlines,
sail away from the safe harbor,
catch the trade winds in your sails."
EXPLORE.
DREAM.
DISCOVER.
With dried leaves as paper and charcoal as chalk, students in a far-flung school in Surigao del Sur make do with the little they have just to learn how to read and to write. Education is a basic human right but in the Philippines it remains a privilege of a few. This Sunday, GMA News and Public Affairs examines why the country's educational system still struggles to make the grade.
Mike Enriquez, Dingdong Dantes and their team scour the country and discover the many ingenious, and often heart wrenching, ways Filipinos try to educate themselves. In Manila three siblings, all in first grade, go to class at different times of the day because they share only one pair of shoes. In Babuyan Islands , a single pencil is cut in pieces so more students can write. In Mindanao , they stumble upon Barangay No Read, No Write.
Despite the difficulties, reforms are possible. Enriquez and Dantes also witness how the desire for knowledge can still trump over ignorance.
Filipinos have most accent-neutral language in the world, says survey, making them ideal for jobs where communication is key. In a city of accents, where many struggle to understand each other, it may be best to find a Filipino to intermediate.
Two new surveys done by BBC and IBM show that the Filipinos have the most "accent-neutral language" in the world. And it shows in the number of call-centres cropping up all over the Philippines. Earlier, the Indian accent was considered the most neutral, in that most people from most countries can understand when an Indian speaks English.
The Filipinos have now claimed that title, according to recent research by IBM, which shows there are now more call centre agents in the Philippines - 350,000 - compared to 330,000 in India.
In Dubai, most front desk, hospitality, reception and telephone operator jobs are given to Filipinos, headhunters say. "Any position which requires the employee to have clarity of voice and an accent that is neutral to most ears, is being filled by Filipinos," Adrian, an HR manager for an international firm in Dubai, told XPRESS. "If you look at the staff that man the Metros, the telephone operators for a majority of five-star hotels, receptionists at international corporations… they're all Filipinos," he adds. "Ten years ago, those positions were held by Indians.
Today, the Indian accent has been put in second place to the Filipino accent." Mark Nevaro, a 28-year-old call centre agent from Manila, told XPRESS his background in learning the Americanisms of the English language have helped him secure his job of executive secretary in Dubai.
"To an American, the Filipino accent is very clear and neutral," says James G., general manager of a trading firm in Dubai. "To our ears, a Filipino answering the phone is more understandable than an Indian accent."
As Nevaro says, "Filipinos can easily adjust to different accents. We can talk to just about anyone in the world, from the British to the Americans, Australians and Canadians, and we'll be understood. We may sound a little different from them, but at least they'll understand what we're saying. The accents of some of the other nationalities are so strong and harsh that the rest of the world may find it hard to comprehend what they're saying."
Lawrence Anderson, a secretary from Ilo-Ilo in the Philippines, says it was his background as a call centre agent for a Canadian service provider that helped him land a job where he could be coordinating with a team of people from all over the world.
"Although there may be others who have similar qualifications to mine, I believe it is the clarity of my accent that landed me this job. That and the fact that Filipinos have a knack of being able to blend in just about anywhere. We don't wear our national dress to work, and we're very Westernised in the way we dress and speak. Naturally, it makes us the easiest people to deal with for people coming from all over the world."
Two new surveys done by BBC and IBM show that the Filipinos have the most "accent-neutral language" in the world. And it shows in the number of call-centres cropping up all over the Philippines. Earlier, the Indian accent was considered the most neutral, in that most people from most countries can understand when an Indian speaks English.
The Filipinos have now claimed that title, according to recent research by IBM, which shows there are now more call centre agents in the Philippines - 350,000 - compared to 330,000 in India.
In Dubai, most front desk, hospitality, reception and telephone operator jobs are given to Filipinos, headhunters say. "Any position which requires the employee to have clarity of voice and an accent that is neutral to most ears, is being filled by Filipinos," Adrian, an HR manager for an international firm in Dubai, told XPRESS. "If you look at the staff that man the Metros, the telephone operators for a majority of five-star hotels, receptionists at international corporations… they're all Filipinos," he adds. "Ten years ago, those positions were held by Indians.
Today, the Indian accent has been put in second place to the Filipino accent." Mark Nevaro, a 28-year-old call centre agent from Manila, told XPRESS his background in learning the Americanisms of the English language have helped him secure his job of executive secretary in Dubai.
"To an American, the Filipino accent is very clear and neutral," says James G., general manager of a trading firm in Dubai. "To our ears, a Filipino answering the phone is more understandable than an Indian accent."
As Nevaro says, "Filipinos can easily adjust to different accents. We can talk to just about anyone in the world, from the British to the Americans, Australians and Canadians, and we'll be understood. We may sound a little different from them, but at least they'll understand what we're saying. The accents of some of the other nationalities are so strong and harsh that the rest of the world may find it hard to comprehend what they're saying."
Lawrence Anderson, a secretary from Ilo-Ilo in the Philippines, says it was his background as a call centre agent for a Canadian service provider that helped him land a job where he could be coordinating with a team of people from all over the world.
"Although there may be others who have similar qualifications to mine, I believe it is the clarity of my accent that landed me this job. That and the fact that Filipinos have a knack of being able to blend in just about anywhere. We don't wear our national dress to work, and we're very Westernised in the way we dress and speak. Naturally, it makes us the easiest people to deal with for people coming from all over the world."
http://gulfnews.com/news/gulf/uae/general/when-pinoys-talk-the-world-listens-1.844143#.TjGdKy3YJP1.facebook
The Philippine Azkals' World Cup qualifying campaign ended after losing to a 10-man Kuwaiti squad, 1-2 (1-5 on aggregate), in the second leg of their clash at the Rizal Memorial Stadium on Thursday night.
The Kuwaitis, who were enjoying a 3-goal lead from the first leg, went on the attack right at the opening whistle as they funneled passes to the left wing. The Azkals, after being pinned back for several minutes, launched counterattacks with Phil Younghusband at the receiving end of long balls.
Kuwait had 2 golden opportunities to increase their aggregate lead over the Philippines. Two Kuwati strikes hit the upright, while another forced a flying save from Neil Etheridge. The second-leg deadlock was broken by a stunning long-range screamer from Azkals midfielder Stephan Schrock.
The Filipino-German, who missed the first leg because of suspension, connected on a thunderbolt from 30 yards that found its way past the outstretched arms of the Kuwaiti goalkeeper.
Kuwait was reduced to 10 men after Fahad Al Ebrahim was given his second yellow card for a bookable offense. However, they quickly recovered through a long-range goal by Yousef Nasser in the 61st minute.
A breakaway run by Waleed Ali in the 83rd minute resulted in an own goal by Ray Anthony Jónsson who tried to kick the ball away from the goal. It silenced the Azkals, who failed to capitalize on having an extra man.
Azkals coach Michael Weiss commended the Philippine team for its valiant effort against the Kuwaiti squad. "I want to congratulate my team for a fantastic effort," he said. Weiss said the Philippine team still has a bright future in football. "The Philippines has super potential, [just] give us a little bit more time," he said.
Members of the team also showed appreciation to the Filipino fans who cheered for them even after they lost the game. "The Azkals were so game and thankful, they went around the entire stadium just really applauding the Filipino audience," reported ABS-CBN's Dyan Castillejo.
"This is why they they are inspired. It's because of the Filipino fans who have shown unbelievable support not only in the Philippines but we also have Filipinos cheering for us watching via TFC in Europe, in Australia and in other parts of Asia," she added.
It was the country's longest journey in the history of the FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The Azkals is the first team in Philippine sports history to break through the 1st round of the qualifiers. They defeated the Sri Lankan Brave Reds on a 5-1 aggregate to arrange the 2nd-round match-up against Kuwait.
Kuwait, however, was too tough an opponent for the Azkals.
http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/sports/07/28/11/valiant-azkals-bow-out-world-cup-qualifiers
The Kuwaitis, who were enjoying a 3-goal lead from the first leg, went on the attack right at the opening whistle as they funneled passes to the left wing. The Azkals, after being pinned back for several minutes, launched counterattacks with Phil Younghusband at the receiving end of long balls.
Kuwait had 2 golden opportunities to increase their aggregate lead over the Philippines. Two Kuwati strikes hit the upright, while another forced a flying save from Neil Etheridge. The second-leg deadlock was broken by a stunning long-range screamer from Azkals midfielder Stephan Schrock.
The Filipino-German, who missed the first leg because of suspension, connected on a thunderbolt from 30 yards that found its way past the outstretched arms of the Kuwaiti goalkeeper.
Kuwait was reduced to 10 men after Fahad Al Ebrahim was given his second yellow card for a bookable offense. However, they quickly recovered through a long-range goal by Yousef Nasser in the 61st minute.
A breakaway run by Waleed Ali in the 83rd minute resulted in an own goal by Ray Anthony Jónsson who tried to kick the ball away from the goal. It silenced the Azkals, who failed to capitalize on having an extra man.
Azkals coach Michael Weiss commended the Philippine team for its valiant effort against the Kuwaiti squad. "I want to congratulate my team for a fantastic effort," he said. Weiss said the Philippine team still has a bright future in football. "The Philippines has super potential, [just] give us a little bit more time," he said.
Members of the team also showed appreciation to the Filipino fans who cheered for them even after they lost the game. "The Azkals were so game and thankful, they went around the entire stadium just really applauding the Filipino audience," reported ABS-CBN's Dyan Castillejo.
"This is why they they are inspired. It's because of the Filipino fans who have shown unbelievable support not only in the Philippines but we also have Filipinos cheering for us watching via TFC in Europe, in Australia and in other parts of Asia," she added.
It was the country's longest journey in the history of the FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The Azkals is the first team in Philippine sports history to break through the 1st round of the qualifiers. They defeated the Sri Lankan Brave Reds on a 5-1 aggregate to arrange the 2nd-round match-up against Kuwait.
Kuwait, however, was too tough an opponent for the Azkals.
http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/sports/07/28/11/valiant-azkals-bow-out-world-cup-qualifiers
Watch Azkals vs Kuwait live streaming online. Philippine Azkals will meet Kuwait today, July 28, 2011, on their 2nd leg of the 2nd round of the 2014 World Cup Qualifier. The game match will take place at the Rizal Memorial Stadium at 7 pm before an expected overflow crowd.
The Philippine Azkals need to score no less than four goals against none by the Al-Azraqs of Kuwaiti when they meet again on Thursday. In this much anticipated game, team captain Aly Borromeo and Fil-German Stephan Schrock will be back to reinforce the nationals. The two served one-game suspensions after incurring yellow cards during the team’s second game against Sri Lanka in the first round.
Borromeo said the Azkals must score early. “First of all, we have to score early goals against Kuwait, which means before halftime. This is the only way we can beat them. We can’t concede any goals against them,” Borromeo said.
Source: http://www.bazics.net/2011/07/azkals-vs-kuwait-live-stream-2nd-leg.html#ixzz1TaxXB1rD
The Philippine Azkals need to score no less than four goals against none by the Al-Azraqs of Kuwaiti when they meet again on Thursday. In this much anticipated game, team captain Aly Borromeo and Fil-German Stephan Schrock will be back to reinforce the nationals. The two served one-game suspensions after incurring yellow cards during the team’s second game against Sri Lanka in the first round.
Borromeo said the Azkals must score early. “First of all, we have to score early goals against Kuwait, which means before halftime. This is the only way we can beat them. We can’t concede any goals against them,” Borromeo said.
Source: http://www.bazics.net/2011/07/azkals-vs-kuwait-live-stream-2nd-leg.html#ixzz1TaxXB1rD
The Philippine Azkals' game against Kuwait will push through today despite the storm, according to the local organizing committee (LOC). "Kahit may bagyo, kung playable naman ang field, tuloy pa rin ang game," said Cathy Revilla of the LOC.
This is unless the referees decide to stop the match. "It's only the referee who can stop the game," Revilla said. "Kung may lightning at malayo, tuloy (ang game). Pero kung malapit na yung lightning, ihihinto yun usually," she added. The LOC is also advising fans to bring raincoats to the game as no umbrellas will be allowed inside the Rizal Memorial Stadium.
The LOC is also advising the public that the side of Adriatico directly fronting the Rizal Memorial Football Stadium and leading to Quirino Avenue and Vito Cruz will be closed from 8 a.m. -10 p.m. on July 27 and 28.
Meanwhile, the Azkals are already back on the field and preparing for the 2nd leg of the World Cup qualifier. The Azkals are practicing despite heavy rains. Indeed, the players seem to prefer the rainy weather after spending the past few days in Kuwait, where the temperature reached over 40 degrees Celsius. "We like it like this, it's perfect," said team captain Aly Borromeo about the rain.
http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/sports/07/27/11/azkals-vs-kuwait-push-through-despite-storm
This is unless the referees decide to stop the match. "It's only the referee who can stop the game," Revilla said. "Kung may lightning at malayo, tuloy (ang game). Pero kung malapit na yung lightning, ihihinto yun usually," she added. The LOC is also advising fans to bring raincoats to the game as no umbrellas will be allowed inside the Rizal Memorial Stadium.
The LOC is also advising the public that the side of Adriatico directly fronting the Rizal Memorial Football Stadium and leading to Quirino Avenue and Vito Cruz will be closed from 8 a.m. -10 p.m. on July 27 and 28.
Meanwhile, the Azkals are already back on the field and preparing for the 2nd leg of the World Cup qualifier. The Azkals are practicing despite heavy rains. Indeed, the players seem to prefer the rainy weather after spending the past few days in Kuwait, where the temperature reached over 40 degrees Celsius. "We like it like this, it's perfect," said team captain Aly Borromeo about the rain.
http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/sports/07/27/11/azkals-vs-kuwait-push-through-despite-storm
Typhoon “JUANING” has slightly intensified before it made landfall over Dinalungan, Aurora at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday morning, July 27, according to the latest weather bulletin of the Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).
Juaning is moving northwest at 15 kph (previously at 11 kph) and is now being expected to leave the Philippine area of responsibility by Thursday afternoon.
http://pinoypower.net/2011/07/27/typhoon-juaning-update-july-27/
Juaning is moving northwest at 15 kph (previously at 11 kph) and is now being expected to leave the Philippine area of responsibility by Thursday afternoon.
http://pinoypower.net/2011/07/27/typhoon-juaning-update-july-27/
I actually spent the whole day of my birthday accompanying my Nanay for a series of laboratory exams as well as visits to her doctors for a thorough check-up. Went home late at night after we had our dinner at the Terraces and upon reaching the gate, something surprisingly nice caught my attention. It was a birthday greeting coming from the volunteers. Wow! Never thought that such a surprise would welcome me home.
To Marky, Enzo, Junry, and to all my dear volunteers, thank you so much!
To Marky, Enzo, Junry, and to all my dear volunteers, thank you so much!
Thank you so much for the very nice messages. They were really heart-warming. I really appreciate the effort and the creativity. It's uniquely CESDEV.
Philippine President Benigno PNoy Noynoy Aquino III delivered his second State Of The Nation Address, dubbed as SONA 2011, before the congress.
As stated in Article VII, Section 23 of the 1987 Philippines Constitution:
"The President shall address the Congress at the opening of its regular session. He may also appear before it at any other time."
As stated in Article VII, Section 23 of the 1987 Philippines Constitution:
"The President shall address the Congress at the opening of its regular session. He may also appear before it at any other time."
Thank you, Lord,
for giving me
another year of life.
Thank you
for all the people
who remembered me today
by sending messages,
and letters, gifts,
warm greetings
and good wishes.
Thank you
for all the experiences
of the year that passed -
for times of successes
and remarkable achievements,
for times of failures
which reminded me
of my own weaknesses
and of my need for you,
for times of joy
that made me smile,
for times of sadness
which drove me to you.
Forgive me
for the hours
I unmindfully wasted,
for the chances
I failed to take,
for the opportunities
I terribly missed.
Help me, Lord,
in the days ahead
to make this turning point
the best year yet,
to bring self fulfillment,
happiness and pride
to my loved ones,
and joy to you.
Amen.
for giving me
another year of life.
Thank you
for all the people
who remembered me today
by sending messages,
and letters, gifts,
warm greetings
and good wishes.
Thank you
for all the experiences
of the year that passed -
for times of successes
and remarkable achievements,
for times of failures
which reminded me
of my own weaknesses
and of my need for you,
for times of joy
that made me smile,
for times of sadness
which drove me to you.
Forgive me
for the hours
I unmindfully wasted,
for the chances
I failed to take,
for the opportunities
I terribly missed.
Help me, Lord,
in the days ahead
to make this turning point
the best year yet,
to bring self fulfillment,
happiness and pride
to my loved ones,
and joy to you.
Amen.
THE RUNDOWN on the ABS-CBN News Channel (ANC) tackles the problem of unemployment in the nursing sector and how the Aquino administration can address this issue. Ces Drilon talks to Dr. Tita Barcelo, president of the Philippine Nurses Association and Dr. Gene Nisperos, vice chairman of the Health Alliance for Democracy.
Every year, thousands of the country's nurses are scrambling for work opportunities here and abroad. But many neophyte nurses are grappling with another struggle. Because of a practice that has come to be known as "Volunteerism-for-a-Fee."
Guests: Leah Samaco-Paquiz, Founding President, Ang NARS; Faith, OJT Nurse; Carlo, Nurse Volunteer; Dr. Rustico Jimenez, President, Private Hospitals Association of the Philippines.
Here's a look at the most recent controversy hounding the medical field.
Guests: Leah Samaco-Paquiz, Founding President, Ang NARS; Faith, OJT Nurse; Carlo, Nurse Volunteer; Dr. Rustico Jimenez, President, Private Hospitals Association of the Philippines.
Here's a look at the most recent controversy hounding the medical field.
vol·un·teer·ism
[vol-uhn-teer-iz-uhm]
–noun
1. voluntarism ( def. 2 )
2. the policy or practice of volunteering one's time or talents for charitable, educational, or other worthwhile activities, especially in one's community.
[vol-uhn-teer-iz-uhm]
–noun
1. voluntarism ( def. 2 )
2. the policy or practice of volunteering one's time or talents for charitable, educational, or other worthwhile activities, especially in one's community.
In its segment "Assignment Pilipinas," on GMA News TV's State of the Nation takes a look at the plight of nursing graduates, a number of whom have resorted to odd jobs due to unemployment.
Nursing has become the chosen course of many students hoping for the chance to work abroad. For the past five years, the number of students taking nursing continues to increase. However, many still fail to reach their dreams.
Many nursing graduates are still not practicing their profession while others work despite the low salary. Will this situation be ever reversed? How should the government address this problem?
Many nursing graduates are still not practicing their profession while others work despite the low salary. Will this situation be ever reversed? How should the government address this problem?
Sa nakaraang July 2 at 3, 2011, libu-libo na namang nursing graduates ang sumalang sa licensure exams. Pero ang problema, posibleng madagdag lang ang ilan sa kanila sa mahigit 187,000 registered nurse sa bansa na walang pa ring trabaho! 'Yan ang isyu dahil PRC na mismo ang nagsabi: sobra-sobra na ang bilang mga nurses sa bansa.
As more Filipinos get hook on social networking sites such as Facebook and Twitter, GMA-7 finds it timely to launch the country's first-ever social media awareness campaign dubbed, “Think Before You Click.” The campaign urges Filipino social media users to think twice before posting given the long "lives" of such info on Internet.
“What you post there, stays [there] forever,” said Sheila Paras, News Creative Imaging Head of GMA Network, Inc. in a report on “24 Oras," July 17. “So gusto lang nating na maturuan ang mga Kapuso natin, ang ating mga kababayan na dapat we should really think before we click on that enter button.”
The “Think Before You Click” campaign is part of Serbisyong Totoo, a segment of GMA News & Public Affairs. Participating in the campaign are Kapuso celebrities like Iza Calzado, Maxene Magalona and Moy Moy Palaboy among others.
Explaining her decision to get involved in the campaign, Magalona shared, “Ilang beses na akong napagsabihan ng masama, napadalhan ng negative comments, nabastos sa mga social networking sites. Lalo na kapag binabastos ang pamilya ko at lalong lalo na kapag binabastos yung tatay ko. Gusto ko lang ipaalala na sana matuto pa rin tayong rumespeto ng kapwa.”
“It’s become the latest text messaging in some way because you get to tag all your friends and para kayong nag-uusap. But then that’s when I try to censor myself,” said Calzado referring to social networking sites in general.
Another face of the campaign, Manila tour guide Carlos Celdran, said that even though he is quite outspoken on Twitter and Facebook, he's aware of his responsibilities. “I curate what I tweet. And it has to go by a personal code of ethics that everything that I put out there has to have some sort of validity and integrity,” he explained.
A significant message the campaign wishes to impart is for the users of social networking sites to think of their online life as something akin to public life. “Dapat lagi mong iniisip na ang social media nay isang public space. Kung ano ang ayaw mong gawin sa public, dapat hindi mo gagawin dito,” noted Howie Severino, News Anchor/ Editor-in-Chief, GMA News Online.
“What you post there, stays [there] forever,” said Sheila Paras, News Creative Imaging Head of GMA Network, Inc. in a report on “24 Oras," July 17. “So gusto lang nating na maturuan ang mga Kapuso natin, ang ating mga kababayan na dapat we should really think before we click on that enter button.”
The “Think Before You Click” campaign is part of Serbisyong Totoo, a segment of GMA News & Public Affairs. Participating in the campaign are Kapuso celebrities like Iza Calzado, Maxene Magalona and Moy Moy Palaboy among others.
Explaining her decision to get involved in the campaign, Magalona shared, “Ilang beses na akong napagsabihan ng masama, napadalhan ng negative comments, nabastos sa mga social networking sites. Lalo na kapag binabastos ang pamilya ko at lalong lalo na kapag binabastos yung tatay ko. Gusto ko lang ipaalala na sana matuto pa rin tayong rumespeto ng kapwa.”
“It’s become the latest text messaging in some way because you get to tag all your friends and para kayong nag-uusap. But then that’s when I try to censor myself,” said Calzado referring to social networking sites in general.
Another face of the campaign, Manila tour guide Carlos Celdran, said that even though he is quite outspoken on Twitter and Facebook, he's aware of his responsibilities. “I curate what I tweet. And it has to go by a personal code of ethics that everything that I put out there has to have some sort of validity and integrity,” he explained.
A significant message the campaign wishes to impart is for the users of social networking sites to think of their online life as something akin to public life. “Dapat lagi mong iniisip na ang social media nay isang public space. Kung ano ang ayaw mong gawin sa public, dapat hindi mo gagawin dito,” noted Howie Severino, News Anchor/ Editor-in-Chief, GMA News Online.
Two committees agree that the Cebu City Council has authority to increase jaywalking fines. The committee on laws, ordinances, public accountability and good governance said this is even below the maximum allowed by law.
Councilor Richard Osmeña proposed that the 10-year-old fine of P50 for jaywalking be increased to a minimum of P200 and maximum of P1,000.
"The Sangguniang Panglungsod (City Council) has the power to regulate the use of the streets, avenues, alleys, sidewalks and bridges and approve ordinances imposing a fine," read Councilor Edgardo Labella's committee report as head of the committee on laws and ordinances.
The committee said the City Council can impose a fine of as much as P5,000 or imprisonment of less than a year. But since the proposed ordinance will involve a lot of people, the committee on laws said that a public hearing should be conducted.
Osmeña, in proposing the increase of fines, said he believes this would give more teeth to the ordinance because it will discourage disobedience of the law.
"This committee finds said proposed amendatory ordinance a very commendable one, thus, recommends for the approval of the same. However, since the proposed measure imposes a fine, a public hearing is deemed necessary to hear the opinion of the public," read the committee report penned by Councilor Noel Wenceslao, as vice chairperson of the committee on traffic.
Wenceslao also noticed that Osmeña added and modified some words in the proposed amendatory ordinance for clarity's sake. This move, he said, allows a better understanding of the ordinance as a whole.
The interview provides an opportunity for volunteer administrators to:
Promote the organization to potential volunteers;
Expand on the information provided in the potential volunteer’s application;
Further investigate the validity of the information provided by potential volunteers;
Obtain additional verbal and non-verbal information; and
Look for other positive and negative characteristics.
The interview provides an opportunity for the potential volunteer to:
Learn more about the organization, individuals, and programs;
Develop a more complete understanding of volunteer roles and responsibilities;
Further understand organizational culture, norms and values; and
Decide if the organization/position is a good fit with their skills, abilities and interests, and time commitments.
Promote the organization to potential volunteers;
Expand on the information provided in the potential volunteer’s application;
Further investigate the validity of the information provided by potential volunteers;
Obtain additional verbal and non-verbal information; and
Look for other positive and negative characteristics.
The interview provides an opportunity for the potential volunteer to:
Learn more about the organization, individuals, and programs;
Develop a more complete understanding of volunteer roles and responsibilities;
Further understand organizational culture, norms and values; and
Decide if the organization/position is a good fit with their skills, abilities and interests, and time commitments.
The interview is an important component to the comprehensive volunteer selection process and allows both the organization and the potential volunteer to make informed decisions about participation.
Without this significant step in the selection process, many misplaced or inappropriate volunteers may end up serving organizations, ultimately leading both the volunteer and the organization to be dissatisfied (Patterson, 1998).
Having the wrong person in a volunteer position causes increased stress and work for paid staff due to poor performance, volunteer dissatisfaction, complaints, and inadequate services delivery.
Interviewing allows the applicant and the interviewer to determine if there is a good match between individual’s interests, skills, abilities, and the organization’s needs.
Without this significant step in the selection process, many misplaced or inappropriate volunteers may end up serving organizations, ultimately leading both the volunteer and the organization to be dissatisfied (Patterson, 1998).
Having the wrong person in a volunteer position causes increased stress and work for paid staff due to poor performance, volunteer dissatisfaction, complaints, and inadequate services delivery.
Interviewing allows the applicant and the interviewer to determine if there is a good match between individual’s interests, skills, abilities, and the organization’s needs.
The MISS BOHOL SANDUGO which started in 1990 is the most prestigious beauty pageant in the Province of Bohol. Representatives from the city, municipalities and institutions vie for the most coveted crown every July during the Sandugo Festival.
This year's pageant was held at Bohol Cultural Center last Saturday, July 16 as one of the highlights of the annual Bohol Sandugo Festival.
This year's pageant was held at Bohol Cultural Center last Saturday, July 16 as one of the highlights of the annual Bohol Sandugo Festival.
Question: What does it mean to honor your heritage? How would you do it?
Apple: Honoring our heritage is always looking back to our past. Never forgetting the persons who has sacrificed just to make us who we are right now.
Apple: Honoring our heritage is always looking back to our past. Never forgetting the persons who has sacrificed just to make us who we are right now.
The Community Extension Services and Development of the College of Nursing of University of Cebu - Banilad proudly congratulates Miss Ely Rose Apple Angcon for winning First Runner-up in the recently concluded Miss Bohol Sandugo 2011.
On several outreach activities of the Community Extension Services and Development of the College of Nursing, Ms. Ely Rose Apple Angcon was always ready to volunteer her services.
Her involvement with CESDEV-Nursing endeared her to the CESDEV volunteers having joined the Medical-Surgical Mission in Aloguinsan, Cebu and in Balamban, Cebu; Grand Halad sa Kapamilya; and Feeding Program for the Fire Victims in Mandaue City.
Her involvement with CESDEV-Nursing endeared her to the CESDEV volunteers having joined the Medical-Surgical Mission in Aloguinsan, Cebu and in Balamban, Cebu; Grand Halad sa Kapamilya; and Feeding Program for the Fire Victims in Mandaue City.
"A friendly look,
a kindly smile,
one good act,
and life's worthwhile.
Always SMILE!" :)
A circular marker made of granite was unveiled yesterday sealing Cebu City's new title as the Association of Southeast Asian Nations “City of Culture.”
Cebu was cited “for its rich tapestry of history, culture and heritage, and creative industry,” an accolade engraved in gold letters of the marker established at the Family Park in Talamban, Cebu City.
The marker was unveiled by six ambassadors from Brunei, Thailand, Vietnam, Laos and Indonesia and the Second Secretary of China together with Cebu City Councilor Margot Osmeña. She said the designation would open “more possibilities” for Cebu to bring creative and tourism exports to Asia.
The marker, with the red ASEAN logo on top, will be set near the foot of a bronze bamboo pole sculpture made by Cebuano artist Raymund Fernandez, who sculpted the centerpiece of the Asean Friendship Grove in the park.
The bamboo sculpture was commissioned when Cebu hosted the 12th ASEAN Summit in 2007. The three “core factors” or criteria for a City of Culture are all found in Cebu, said Eva Mari Salvador, member of the ASEAN committee on culture and information and the Cultural Center of the Philippines.
She said the committee will recommend to Asean senior officers to make a road map of possible projects in Cebu. Exhibits on Cebu designs in furniture and fashion, and the visual arts impressed visiting Asean ministers.
http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/24863/marker-seals-cebu-city%E2%80%99s-asean-title
Cebu was cited “for its rich tapestry of history, culture and heritage, and creative industry,” an accolade engraved in gold letters of the marker established at the Family Park in Talamban, Cebu City.
The marker was unveiled by six ambassadors from Brunei, Thailand, Vietnam, Laos and Indonesia and the Second Secretary of China together with Cebu City Councilor Margot Osmeña. She said the designation would open “more possibilities” for Cebu to bring creative and tourism exports to Asia.
The marker, with the red ASEAN logo on top, will be set near the foot of a bronze bamboo pole sculpture made by Cebuano artist Raymund Fernandez, who sculpted the centerpiece of the Asean Friendship Grove in the park.
The bamboo sculpture was commissioned when Cebu hosted the 12th ASEAN Summit in 2007. The three “core factors” or criteria for a City of Culture are all found in Cebu, said Eva Mari Salvador, member of the ASEAN committee on culture and information and the Cultural Center of the Philippines.
She said the committee will recommend to Asean senior officers to make a road map of possible projects in Cebu. Exhibits on Cebu designs in furniture and fashion, and the visual arts impressed visiting Asean ministers.
http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/24863/marker-seals-cebu-city%E2%80%99s-asean-title
> The act of choosing; choice; selection.
> The act of choosing a person to fill an office, or to membership in a society, as by ballot, uplifted hands, or viva voce; as, the election of a president or a mayor.
> Power of choosing; free will; liberty to choose or act.
> Discriminating choice; discernment.
> Divine choice; predestination of individuals as objects of mercy and salvation; -- one of the "five points" of Calvinism.
> The choice, made by a party, of two alternatives, by taking one of which, the chooser is excluded from the other.
> Those who are elected.
> The act of choosing a person to fill an office, or to membership in a society, as by ballot, uplifted hands, or viva voce; as, the election of a president or a mayor.
> Power of choosing; free will; liberty to choose or act.
> Discriminating choice; discernment.
> Divine choice; predestination of individuals as objects of mercy and salvation; -- one of the "five points" of Calvinism.
> The choice, made by a party, of two alternatives, by taking one of which, the chooser is excluded from the other.
> Those who are elected.
President
MARK YVE CANALITA
Vice President (Internal Affairs)
APPLE GLAZE DUMAGAT
Vice President (External Affairs)
JUNARD ROA
Secretaries
KRIZIA MARIE DOSDOS
MIKEE CANDIA
Relations Officers (by Year Level)
RAINIER NEMARIA JR. - Level 2
NATHANIEL BANI - Level 3
LORENZO SINTOS - Level 4
MARK YVE CANALITA
Vice President (Internal Affairs)
APPLE GLAZE DUMAGAT
Vice President (External Affairs)
JUNARD ROA
Secretaries
KRIZIA MARIE DOSDOS
MIKEE CANDIA
Relations Officers (by Year Level)
RAINIER NEMARIA JR. - Level 2
NATHANIEL BANI - Level 3
LORENZO SINTOS - Level 4
Authorities declared three blocks in Barangay Punta Princesa on Thursday under state of calamity after a fire that left hundreds of families homeless.
Barangay Punta Princesa chief Jose Navarro said Sitios Arca, Tuburan, and Trinidad were placed under state of calamity to help the fire victims in their needs. Placing the area under state of calamity will allow the local government to use its calamity funds to address the needs of the affected residents.
The fire, which started at 5:44 p.m. Wednesday allegedly at the house of one Gregoria Bacon in Sitio Trinidad, left more than 250 families homeless as of Thursday noon. The figure is expected to go higher. An overcharged cell phone and a liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) tank explosion are among the possible causes in the fire.
Meanwhile, 44-year-old Dominggo Gatasan was found dead Thursday morning due to the fire. Gatasan reportedly believed to have fallen from the second floor of Bacon's house. Displaced families are now taking shelter at the barangay sports complex.
Apart from Punta Princesa, two other communities were struck by fire in Cebu Wednesday. Seven fires have broken out since last Saturday -- four in Cebu City, two in Mandaue City and one in Alcantara town.
http://www.sunstar.com.ph/cebu/local-news/2011/07/14/3-blocks-cebu-village-under-state-calamity-166799
Barangay Punta Princesa chief Jose Navarro said Sitios Arca, Tuburan, and Trinidad were placed under state of calamity to help the fire victims in their needs. Placing the area under state of calamity will allow the local government to use its calamity funds to address the needs of the affected residents.
The fire, which started at 5:44 p.m. Wednesday allegedly at the house of one Gregoria Bacon in Sitio Trinidad, left more than 250 families homeless as of Thursday noon. The figure is expected to go higher. An overcharged cell phone and a liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) tank explosion are among the possible causes in the fire.
Meanwhile, 44-year-old Dominggo Gatasan was found dead Thursday morning due to the fire. Gatasan reportedly believed to have fallen from the second floor of Bacon's house. Displaced families are now taking shelter at the barangay sports complex.
Apart from Punta Princesa, two other communities were struck by fire in Cebu Wednesday. Seven fires have broken out since last Saturday -- four in Cebu City, two in Mandaue City and one in Alcantara town.
http://www.sunstar.com.ph/cebu/local-news/2011/07/14/3-blocks-cebu-village-under-state-calamity-166799
Two more fires struck a residential area and commercial buildings here late Thursday night, hours after firefighters discovered the charred remains of two men who were trapped in the fire in Barangay Punta Princesa last Wednesday night.
At 10:44 p.m. Thursday, a fire gutted two two-storey buildings that house Wilkris appliance store, CircuitSmart Appliance Center and Sugano Furniture Display Center on Leon Kilat St. Carlitos Foodhaus, which is on the ground floor of one of the buildings, and some classrooms of the University of Cebu main campus were partially burned.
Cebu City Fire Marshall Aderson Comar estimated the initial damage at P750,000. SF03 Lowel Opolentisima said that based on their initial investigation, the fire started when an electric post between Carlito's Foodhaus and Sugano furniture sparked. The fire was declared under control in 15 minutes. As of Thursday midnight, no one was reported injured in the fire that was raised to Task Force Alpha.
Three hours earlier, at least 10 fire trucks rushed to Sambag II, where a fire gutted a house and damaged another. Thursday night's fires were the eighth and ninth fire to hit Cebu in just six days.
Power supply in Sambag II has just been restored around 7:58 p.m. when a spark was seen coming from an electric fan in the house of Elena Caban before the fire broke out. The fire then spread to the house of Normandy Navasca.
Sambag II barangay captain Carl Belarmino said a passerby saw the spark and immediately alerted the security of the nearby Aznar Coliseum. The guard immediately called for help. For Cebu City Fire Marshall Aderson Comar, the recent fires have taught the public to be more vigilant, that is why the fire in Sambag II was controlled in just one minute.
http://www.sunstar.com.ph/cebu/local-news/2011/07/15/2-more-fires-hit-cebu-city-2-men-die-166963
At 10:44 p.m. Thursday, a fire gutted two two-storey buildings that house Wilkris appliance store, CircuitSmart Appliance Center and Sugano Furniture Display Center on Leon Kilat St. Carlitos Foodhaus, which is on the ground floor of one of the buildings, and some classrooms of the University of Cebu main campus were partially burned.
Cebu City Fire Marshall Aderson Comar estimated the initial damage at P750,000. SF03 Lowel Opolentisima said that based on their initial investigation, the fire started when an electric post between Carlito's Foodhaus and Sugano furniture sparked. The fire was declared under control in 15 minutes. As of Thursday midnight, no one was reported injured in the fire that was raised to Task Force Alpha.
Three hours earlier, at least 10 fire trucks rushed to Sambag II, where a fire gutted a house and damaged another. Thursday night's fires were the eighth and ninth fire to hit Cebu in just six days.
Power supply in Sambag II has just been restored around 7:58 p.m. when a spark was seen coming from an electric fan in the house of Elena Caban before the fire broke out. The fire then spread to the house of Normandy Navasca.
Sambag II barangay captain Carl Belarmino said a passerby saw the spark and immediately alerted the security of the nearby Aznar Coliseum. The guard immediately called for help. For Cebu City Fire Marshall Aderson Comar, the recent fires have taught the public to be more vigilant, that is why the fire in Sambag II was controlled in just one minute.
http://www.sunstar.com.ph/cebu/local-news/2011/07/15/2-more-fires-hit-cebu-city-2-men-die-166963
Now on its ninth year, the search for Ten Accomplished Youth Organizations (TAYO 9) is hailed as the country's leading search for outstanding groups of young Filipinos that are instrumental in the development of the country through simple, worthwhile and notable projects implemented in their communities.
The search is open to all groups, organizations, clubs or societies composed of at least 15 members. Members must be 15 to 30 years old. Organizations shall be judged based on their project entry that made an impact in their schools or communities.
The search is open to all groups, organizations, clubs or societies composed of at least 15 members. Members must be 15 to 30 years old. Organizations shall be judged based on their project entry that made an impact in their schools or communities.
Since it started in 2002, the TAYO Awards Foundation, Inc. has successfully established itself as the country’s only award giving body that recognizes and supports the outstanding contributions of youth organizations to the country.
To date more than a thousand youth organizations have joined the search and are now part of the growing youth network of the foundation. These exceptional youth organizations have contributed to the development of their local communities, schools and work place, through their innovative and valuable projects.
The TAYO awards search is accepting entries from interested youth groups, organizations, clubs and societies that are composed of at least 15 members, more than half of which are between 15-30 years old. Submitted project entries must be a recently concluded or an on going project or program by the organization.
The entries will be judged based on the following criteria: Impact of project entry on stakeholders; Harnessing the spirit of volunteerism and citizenship; Creativity and Innovation; and Sustainability and Effective use of Resources. Apart from the prestigious recognition, the winning organizations receive an especially commissioned trophy sculpted by Mr. Toym De Leon Imao, and a grant of Php 50,000.00 intended to fund new projects or continue their long term programs.
The TAYO Awards Foundation, Inc., The National Youth Commission, and the Office of Senator Kiko Pangilinan organize the annual search. The search is presented by The Coca-Cola Foundation Philippines and sponsored by the Philippine Center for Young Leaders in Governance, Starbucks, PAGCOR, Department of Social Welfare and Development, Department of Agriculture, TeaM Energy, Jollibee, Bank of the Philippine Islands, Ninoy and Cory Aquino Foundation, SM Supermalls and SM Cares Foundation.
http://wwww.tayoawards.net/about-2/
To date more than a thousand youth organizations have joined the search and are now part of the growing youth network of the foundation. These exceptional youth organizations have contributed to the development of their local communities, schools and work place, through their innovative and valuable projects.
The TAYO awards search is accepting entries from interested youth groups, organizations, clubs and societies that are composed of at least 15 members, more than half of which are between 15-30 years old. Submitted project entries must be a recently concluded or an on going project or program by the organization.
The entries will be judged based on the following criteria: Impact of project entry on stakeholders; Harnessing the spirit of volunteerism and citizenship; Creativity and Innovation; and Sustainability and Effective use of Resources. Apart from the prestigious recognition, the winning organizations receive an especially commissioned trophy sculpted by Mr. Toym De Leon Imao, and a grant of Php 50,000.00 intended to fund new projects or continue their long term programs.
The TAYO Awards Foundation, Inc., The National Youth Commission, and the Office of Senator Kiko Pangilinan organize the annual search. The search is presented by The Coca-Cola Foundation Philippines and sponsored by the Philippine Center for Young Leaders in Governance, Starbucks, PAGCOR, Department of Social Welfare and Development, Department of Agriculture, TeaM Energy, Jollibee, Bank of the Philippine Islands, Ninoy and Cory Aquino Foundation, SM Supermalls and SM Cares Foundation.
http://wwww.tayoawards.net/about-2/
Sculptor Toym de Leon Imao executed the trophy. A proud product of the University of the Philippines, Imao is a highly regarded artist whose works have graced national monuments and parks, and which have been hailed as contributions of great historic and cultural significance.
For the TAYO Trophy, he took inspiration from the bayanihan spirit of the Filipino, as shown by the front relief of a group working hand in hand and sharing strength to attain its goals. Imao pays tribute to the collective efforts of a Filipino team, the artist portrays a lone individual harnessing a sail – capturing the spirit of active citizenry charting the path of the nation.
For the TAYO Trophy, he took inspiration from the bayanihan spirit of the Filipino, as shown by the front relief of a group working hand in hand and sharing strength to attain its goals. Imao pays tribute to the collective efforts of a Filipino team, the artist portrays a lone individual harnessing a sail – capturing the spirit of active citizenry charting the path of the nation.
• Open to all groups, organizations, clubs and societies whose membership and leadership are composed of at least 15 members who are 15 to 30 years old.
• The project entry to be submitted must be a recently concluded project or an ongoing program. A project proposal does not qualify as an entry.
• For a continuing project entry (or one that started in 2009), it must either be completed, or a major portion must have been undertaken by the deadline.
• An organization can submit only one (1) entry.
• Recipients of other awards are eligible. Winners of last year’s TAYO ( Year 8 ) are not eligible to join. Other previous TAYO winners and finalists may still participate, provided that they submit a project entry different from the one submitted before.
• Use only white, short (8.5 x 11 in.) bond paper for the attachment containing the organization and program/project profiles.
• Use only staple wires to put together documents; do not bind project entries for submission.
• Do not attach other documents that are not required for submission. When necessary, the TAYO Secretariat will request for additional data.
• Lack or non-compliance of search requirements will result in automatic disqualification.
• The organizers reserve the right to modify, alter or amend the above-stated rules or waive compliance therewith at their sole discretion if such steps are in accordance with the purpose of the search and awards scheme.
• All decisions of the TAYO Screening Committee and Panel of Judges are final. No correspondence pertaining to these decisions shall be entertained.
• All materials submitted to the TAYO Secretariat automatically become property of the organizers.
• The project entry to be submitted must be a recently concluded project or an ongoing program. A project proposal does not qualify as an entry.
• For a continuing project entry (or one that started in 2009), it must either be completed, or a major portion must have been undertaken by the deadline.
• An organization can submit only one (1) entry.
• Recipients of other awards are eligible. Winners of last year’s TAYO ( Year 8 ) are not eligible to join. Other previous TAYO winners and finalists may still participate, provided that they submit a project entry different from the one submitted before.
• Use only white, short (8.5 x 11 in.) bond paper for the attachment containing the organization and program/project profiles.
• Use only staple wires to put together documents; do not bind project entries for submission.
• Do not attach other documents that are not required for submission. When necessary, the TAYO Secretariat will request for additional data.
• Lack or non-compliance of search requirements will result in automatic disqualification.
• The organizers reserve the right to modify, alter or amend the above-stated rules or waive compliance therewith at their sole discretion if such steps are in accordance with the purpose of the search and awards scheme.
• All decisions of the TAYO Screening Committee and Panel of Judges are final. No correspondence pertaining to these decisions shall be entertained.
• All materials submitted to the TAYO Secretariat automatically become property of the organizers.
Organizations shall be judged on the basis of the submitted project entry. TAYO focuses on projects that meet the following criteria:
• HARNESSING THE SPIRIT OF VOLUNTEERISM AND CITIZENSHIP (involvement of the community, especially the youth in planning, implementing and evaluating the program or project)
• IMPACT OF THE PROJECT ENTRY ON STAKEHOLDERS
• HARNESSING THE SPIRIT OF VOLUNTEERISM AND CITIZENSHIP (involvement of the community, especially the youth in planning, implementing and evaluating the program or project)
• CREATIVITY AND INNOVATION (introduction/application of new technologies, uniqueness of services or products, promotion of unique or indigenous ways or materials)
• SUSTAINABILITY
• EFFECTIVE USE OF RESOURCES (financial resourcefulness, networking with similar organizations, identifying local supporters)
• EFFECTIVE USE OF RESOURCES (financial resourcefulness, networking with similar organizations, identifying local supporters)
• Accomplished Entry Form. Do not leave any items in the entry form blank. Make sure that all information asked for is answered.
• List of officers, leaders and founders (if any). Please indicate name, position, contact number/s (landline and/or cellphone) and email addresses.
• One-page certification attesting to the existence and veracity of the information submitted. For In-School Youth Organizations, a certification from the Office of Student Affairs. For Community-based, Out-of-School or Working Youth Organizations, a certification from the barangay
• Submit an application briefer with the prescribed format specified below:
Please use Arial font and at least 12 font size. This application briefer will give details about the following: description of your project entry (one page – 500 words); who are the people involved in the project (1/2 page – 250 words); background of your project entry (1/2 page – 250 words); future plans for the project (1/2 page – 250 words); background of your organization (1/2 page – 250 words); resources used (1/2 page – 250 words); who are your beneficiaries and how did they benefit (1/2 page – 250 words).
• Three-page project documentation (can be any of the following: photos, testimonies of partners or beneficiaries, certificates, etc.)
Note if downloading a form the application briefer will be downloaded together with the entry from. If registering online there a designated button will appear for the application briefer after the entry form is accomplished.
• Organizations are encouraged to submit their applications online via the website www.tayoawards.net using the online form and submit the attachments via email to tayo9entry@gmail.com. Please indicate in the subject of your email the name of your organization.
• Alternatively, you may also mail or hand-carry applications to:
• List of officers, leaders and founders (if any). Please indicate name, position, contact number/s (landline and/or cellphone) and email addresses.
• One-page certification attesting to the existence and veracity of the information submitted. For In-School Youth Organizations, a certification from the Office of Student Affairs. For Community-based, Out-of-School or Working Youth Organizations, a certification from the barangay
• Submit an application briefer with the prescribed format specified below:
Please use Arial font and at least 12 font size. This application briefer will give details about the following: description of your project entry (one page – 500 words); who are the people involved in the project (1/2 page – 250 words); background of your project entry (1/2 page – 250 words); future plans for the project (1/2 page – 250 words); background of your organization (1/2 page – 250 words); resources used (1/2 page – 250 words); who are your beneficiaries and how did they benefit (1/2 page – 250 words).
• Three-page project documentation (can be any of the following: photos, testimonies of partners or beneficiaries, certificates, etc.)
Note if downloading a form the application briefer will be downloaded together with the entry from. If registering online there a designated button will appear for the application briefer after the entry form is accomplished.
• Organizations are encouraged to submit their applications online via the website www.tayoawards.net using the online form and submit the attachments via email to tayo9entry@gmail.com. Please indicate in the subject of your email the name of your organization.
• Alternatively, you may also mail or hand-carry applications to:
The TAYO Secretariat
National Youth Commission
Bookman Building,
373 Quezon Avenue
Quezon City
National Youth Commission
Bookman Building,
373 Quezon Avenue
Quezon City
First Level – Secretariat Paper Screening
The secretariat and screening committees receive applications
and verify document completion.
Second Level – Area Screening
Using a new screening form, local screening panels for each of the four areas (Luzon, Visayas, Mindanao and NCR) rate the organizations based on the documents submitted. The top ten (10) organizations from each island group are elevated into the next round.
Third Level – Field Validation
Validators will be given a list of qualifying questions to verify if the selected ten (10) organizations meet necessary requirements to be part of the Area Finals. The validators will conduct on-site visits to meet with the organization and to examine the documentation they will be provided with to substantiate their eligibility. In the occasion that validators find that said organizations fail to pass important qualifiers, they will be eliminated from the list of Area Finalists. The secretariat will decide if there is a need for Area Finals in the area should there be only five (5) qualified organizations.
Fourth Level – Area Finals/Judging
The ten area finalists’ representatives deliver a presentation
to a panel of judges. Based on the presentations and the question and answer portion, the judges determine the five (5) winning organizations from each area that will proceed to the national finals. Ranking of scores will be used.
Fifth Level – National Finals/Judging
The representatives from each of the twenty finalists undergo the same process utilized during the area judging, facing a panel of multi-sectoral personalities serving as judges. Each of the finalists speaks alongside a standardized five-minute power
The secretariat and screening committees receive applications
and verify document completion.
Second Level – Area Screening
Using a new screening form, local screening panels for each of the four areas (Luzon, Visayas, Mindanao and NCR) rate the organizations based on the documents submitted. The top ten (10) organizations from each island group are elevated into the next round.
Third Level – Field Validation
Validators will be given a list of qualifying questions to verify if the selected ten (10) organizations meet necessary requirements to be part of the Area Finals. The validators will conduct on-site visits to meet with the organization and to examine the documentation they will be provided with to substantiate their eligibility. In the occasion that validators find that said organizations fail to pass important qualifiers, they will be eliminated from the list of Area Finalists. The secretariat will decide if there is a need for Area Finals in the area should there be only five (5) qualified organizations.
Fourth Level – Area Finals/Judging
The ten area finalists’ representatives deliver a presentation
to a panel of judges. Based on the presentations and the question and answer portion, the judges determine the five (5) winning organizations from each area that will proceed to the national finals. Ranking of scores will be used.
Fifth Level – National Finals/Judging
The representatives from each of the twenty finalists undergo the same process utilized during the area judging, facing a panel of multi-sectoral personalities serving as judges. Each of the finalists speaks alongside a standardized five-minute power
A TEMBLOR with a 6.2 magnitude was reported in the Visayas at dawn yesterday, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs).
The epicenter was 93 kms. southwest of Dumaguete City in Negros Oriental, said Science Research Specialist Rolando Montañez of the Phivolcs Seismic Monitoring Station in Lapu-Lapu City. He said the offshore earthquake was tectonic in origin.
A tectonic earthquake happens when stress accumulated along geologic faults or by volcanic activity is released. Western Visayas is located along the Philippine Fault. The Phivolcs Earthquake Intensity Scale is the measure of intensity that is based on the effect to people, structures and objects in the surroundings.
There was a reported intensity 5 quake in Sipalay, Negros Occidental. The areas that experienced intensity 4 earthquake are Oton in Iloilo Province, Dumaguete City in Negros Oriental, Binalbagan and Hinigaran in Negros Occidental and Sibulan town also in Negros Oriental.
Intensity 3 quake was felt in San Jose in Antique, Dapitan City in Zamboanga del Norte, Talisay City in Negros Occidental and the entire Cebu Province. Cagayan de Oro City, Dipolog City and La Carlotta town in Negros Occidental experienced intensity 2 quake while an intensity 1 quake was reported at La Castillana in Negros Occidental.
Montañez said property damages and aftershocks are expected only near the epicenter. He said the entire Cebu felt the quake but there were no damages reported. He said earthquakes are a natural occurrence in the country, which experiences up to 20 tremors a day.
According to the Phivolcs website, there were two more earthquakes felt with one in Cauayan, Negros Occidental at 5:03 a.m. with a magnitude of 5.7 and at 5:05 a.m. with a magnitude of 5.5 west of Dumaguete City.
http://www.sunstar.com.ph/cebu/local-news/2011/07/13/dawn-earthquake-hits-cebu-negros-166520
The epicenter was 93 kms. southwest of Dumaguete City in Negros Oriental, said Science Research Specialist Rolando Montañez of the Phivolcs Seismic Monitoring Station in Lapu-Lapu City. He said the offshore earthquake was tectonic in origin.
A tectonic earthquake happens when stress accumulated along geologic faults or by volcanic activity is released. Western Visayas is located along the Philippine Fault. The Phivolcs Earthquake Intensity Scale is the measure of intensity that is based on the effect to people, structures and objects in the surroundings.
There was a reported intensity 5 quake in Sipalay, Negros Occidental. The areas that experienced intensity 4 earthquake are Oton in Iloilo Province, Dumaguete City in Negros Oriental, Binalbagan and Hinigaran in Negros Occidental and Sibulan town also in Negros Oriental.
Intensity 3 quake was felt in San Jose in Antique, Dapitan City in Zamboanga del Norte, Talisay City in Negros Occidental and the entire Cebu Province. Cagayan de Oro City, Dipolog City and La Carlotta town in Negros Occidental experienced intensity 2 quake while an intensity 1 quake was reported at La Castillana in Negros Occidental.
Montañez said property damages and aftershocks are expected only near the epicenter. He said the entire Cebu felt the quake but there were no damages reported. He said earthquakes are a natural occurrence in the country, which experiences up to 20 tremors a day.
According to the Phivolcs website, there were two more earthquakes felt with one in Cauayan, Negros Occidental at 5:03 a.m. with a magnitude of 5.7 and at 5:05 a.m. with a magnitude of 5.5 west of Dumaguete City.
http://www.sunstar.com.ph/cebu/local-news/2011/07/13/dawn-earthquake-hits-cebu-negros-166520
When you get caught in the rain
With no where to run
When you are distraught and in pain
Without anyone,
When you keep crying out to be saved
But nobody comes
And you feel so far away
That you just can't find your way home
You can get there alone it's okay
once you say.
I can make it through the rain
I can stand up once again
On my own and I know
That I'm strong enough to mend
And everytime I feel afraid
I hold tighter to my faith
And I live one more day
And I make it through the rain.
And if you keep falling down
Don't you dare give in
You will arise safe and sound
So keep pressing on steadfastly
And you'll find what you'll need to prevail
Once you say.
I can make it through the rain
I can stand up once again
On my own and I know
That I'm strong enough to mend
And everytime I feel afraid
I hold tighter to my faith
And I live one more day
And I make it through the rain.
And when the wind blows
And shadows grow close
Don't be afraid
There's nothing you can't face
And should they tell you
You'll never pull through
Don't hesitate, stand tall and say
I can make it through the rain
I can stand up once again
On my own and I know
That I'm strong enough to mend
And everytime I feel afraid
I hold tighter to my faith
And I live one more day
And I make it through the rain
I can make it through the rain
And stand up once again
And I'll live one more day and I
I can make it through the rain
Oh yes you can
Oh your gonna make it through the
Rain
With no where to run
When you are distraught and in pain
Without anyone,
When you keep crying out to be saved
But nobody comes
And you feel so far away
That you just can't find your way home
You can get there alone it's okay
once you say.
I can make it through the rain
I can stand up once again
On my own and I know
That I'm strong enough to mend
And everytime I feel afraid
I hold tighter to my faith
And I live one more day
And I make it through the rain.
And if you keep falling down
Don't you dare give in
You will arise safe and sound
So keep pressing on steadfastly
And you'll find what you'll need to prevail
Once you say.
I can make it through the rain
I can stand up once again
On my own and I know
That I'm strong enough to mend
And everytime I feel afraid
I hold tighter to my faith
And I live one more day
And I make it through the rain.
And when the wind blows
And shadows grow close
Don't be afraid
There's nothing you can't face
And should they tell you
You'll never pull through
Don't hesitate, stand tall and say
I can make it through the rain
I can stand up once again
On my own and I know
That I'm strong enough to mend
And everytime I feel afraid
I hold tighter to my faith
And I live one more day
And I make it through the rain
I can make it through the rain
And stand up once again
And I'll live one more day and I
I can make it through the rain
Oh yes you can
Oh your gonna make it through the
Rain
"Through the Rain" is a song performed by singer Mariah Carey. It was composed and written by Carey and Lionel Cole for her ninth studio album Charmbracelet (2002), and it was released as the album's first single in 2002.
The song speaks of having faith that one will overcome any turmoil or obstacle (rain) and will persevere throughout any situation. The song is arranged in a typical order with verse one, chorus, verse two, bridge and chorus.
Carey uses her long signature high note to link the bridge to the final chorus. Carey's vocal range spans from G#3 to G♭5.
The song speaks of having faith that one will overcome any turmoil or obstacle (rain) and will persevere throughout any situation. The song is arranged in a typical order with verse one, chorus, verse two, bridge and chorus.
Carey uses her long signature high note to link the bridge to the final chorus. Carey's vocal range spans from G#3 to G♭5.
Another Cebu-based talent has been lucky to get the nods of the three judges of Pilipinas Got Talent (PGT), Ai-ai de las Alas, Kris Aquino and Freddie Garcia, last weekend by singing a song popularized by Mariah Carey.
Candid enough to admit he is gay, Geo, was a mainstay of a Cebu comedy bar before trying his luck in the top-rating reality based talent search. Aside from his almost flawless falsetto, Geo also impressed the judges with his “clean” face and image.
UC Nursing CESDEV throws its support to Geo Ed Rebucas in his quest to be in the Finals so that he will have more chances of sharing his talent. More power Geo! We are just right behind you.
Candid enough to admit he is gay, Geo, was a mainstay of a Cebu comedy bar before trying his luck in the top-rating reality based talent search. Aside from his almost flawless falsetto, Geo also impressed the judges with his “clean” face and image.
UC Nursing CESDEV throws its support to Geo Ed Rebucas in his quest to be in the Finals so that he will have more chances of sharing his talent. More power Geo! We are just right behind you.
Teamwork is the ability to work together toward a common vision. The ability to direct individual accomplishments toward organizational objectives. It is the fuel that allows common people to attain uncommon results.
Have you e’er been walking
and seen in the sky
A flock of geese flying
and perhaps wondered why?
They fly in a V-shape—
not in some other form
Such as small groups or large
or straight as the norm.
No feathered brain fowl,
these geese really know
How to travel efficiently
where e’er they go.
The V has a purpose,
aerodynamically smart,
Those birds are good buddies;
each one does its part.
They’ve got a neat system
that’s often been shown
To provide for hurt geese
so they’re not left alone.
And although their squawking
won’t make a sweet song,
They honk to encourage
each other along.
There’s rarely a goose
with its neck out of joint
Cuz each one gets its chance
to fly at the point.
So there’s never a leader
too tired to lead
For each goose is primed
for its turn when there’s need.
All of the creatures
live lives that can teach
Us humans some lessons!
And geese surely preach
How to learn and to lead,
to build up and to bond
Why geese can show teammates
how they could respond to each other
like geese as they fly.
and seen in the sky
A flock of geese flying
and perhaps wondered why?
They fly in a V-shape—
not in some other form
Such as small groups or large
or straight as the norm.
No feathered brain fowl,
these geese really know
How to travel efficiently
where e’er they go.
The V has a purpose,
aerodynamically smart,
Those birds are good buddies;
each one does its part.
They’ve got a neat system
that’s often been shown
To provide for hurt geese
so they’re not left alone.
And although their squawking
won’t make a sweet song,
They honk to encourage
each other along.
There’s rarely a goose
with its neck out of joint
Cuz each one gets its chance
to fly at the point.
So there’s never a leader
too tired to lead
For each goose is primed
for its turn when there’s need.
All of the creatures
live lives that can teach
Us humans some lessons!
And geese surely preach
How to learn and to lead,
to build up and to bond
Why geese can show teammates
how they could respond to each other
like geese as they fly.
According to Presidential Decree 603 - Child and Youth Welfare Code, the following are the Rights of the Filipino Child
Art. 3. Rights of the Child. - All children shall be entitled to the rights herein set forth without distinction as to legitimacy or illegitimacy, sex, social status, religion, political antecedents, and other factors.
(1) Every child is endowed with the dignity and worth of a human being from the moment of his conception, as generally accepted in medical parlance, and has, therefore, the right to be born well.
(2) Every child has the right to a wholesome family life that will provide him with love, care and understanding, guidance and counseling, and moral and material security.
The dependent or abandoned child shall be provided with the nearest substitute for a home.
(3) Every child has the right to a well-rounded development of his personality to the end that he may become a happy, useful and active member of society.
The gifted child shall be given opportunity and encouragement to develop his special talents.
The emotionally disturbed or socially maladjusted child shall be treated with sympathy and understanding, and shall be entitled to treatment and competent care.
The physically or mentally handicapped child shall be given the treatment, education and care required by his particular condition.
(4) Every child has the right to a balanced diet, adequate clothing, sufficient shelter, proper medical attention, and all the basic physical requirements of a healthy and vigorous life.
(5) Every child has the right to be brought up in an atmosphere of morality and rectitude for the enrichment and the strengthening of his character.
(6) Every child has the right to an education commensurate with his abilities and to the development of his skills for the improvement of his capacity for service to himself and to his fellowmen.
(7) Every child has the right to full opportunities for safe and wholesome recreation and activities, individual as well as social, for the wholesome use of his leisure hours.
(8) Every child has the right to protection against exploitation, improper influences, hazards, and other conditions or circumstances prejudicial to his physical, mental, emotional, social and moral development.
(9) Every child has the right to live in a community and a society that can offer him an environment free from pernicious influences and conducive to the promotion of his health and the cultivation of his desirable traits and attributes.
(10) Every child has the right to the care, assistance, and protection of the State, particularly when his parents or guardians fail or are unable to provide him with his fundamental needs for growth, development, and improvement.
(11) Every child has the right to an efficient and honest government that will deepen his faith in democracy and inspire him with the morality of the constituted authorities both in their public and private lives.
(12) Every child has the right to grow up as a free individual, in an atmosphere of peace, understanding, tolerance, and universal brotherhood, and with the determination to contribute his share in the building of a better world.
http://www.familymatters.org.ph/Relevant%20Laws PD%20603%20Child%20and%20Youth%20Welfare%20Code.htm
Art. 3. Rights of the Child. - All children shall be entitled to the rights herein set forth without distinction as to legitimacy or illegitimacy, sex, social status, religion, political antecedents, and other factors.
(1) Every child is endowed with the dignity and worth of a human being from the moment of his conception, as generally accepted in medical parlance, and has, therefore, the right to be born well.
(2) Every child has the right to a wholesome family life that will provide him with love, care and understanding, guidance and counseling, and moral and material security.
The dependent or abandoned child shall be provided with the nearest substitute for a home.
(3) Every child has the right to a well-rounded development of his personality to the end that he may become a happy, useful and active member of society.
The gifted child shall be given opportunity and encouragement to develop his special talents.
The emotionally disturbed or socially maladjusted child shall be treated with sympathy and understanding, and shall be entitled to treatment and competent care.
The physically or mentally handicapped child shall be given the treatment, education and care required by his particular condition.
(4) Every child has the right to a balanced diet, adequate clothing, sufficient shelter, proper medical attention, and all the basic physical requirements of a healthy and vigorous life.
(5) Every child has the right to be brought up in an atmosphere of morality and rectitude for the enrichment and the strengthening of his character.
(6) Every child has the right to an education commensurate with his abilities and to the development of his skills for the improvement of his capacity for service to himself and to his fellowmen.
(7) Every child has the right to full opportunities for safe and wholesome recreation and activities, individual as well as social, for the wholesome use of his leisure hours.
(8) Every child has the right to protection against exploitation, improper influences, hazards, and other conditions or circumstances prejudicial to his physical, mental, emotional, social and moral development.
(9) Every child has the right to live in a community and a society that can offer him an environment free from pernicious influences and conducive to the promotion of his health and the cultivation of his desirable traits and attributes.
(10) Every child has the right to the care, assistance, and protection of the State, particularly when his parents or guardians fail or are unable to provide him with his fundamental needs for growth, development, and improvement.
(11) Every child has the right to an efficient and honest government that will deepen his faith in democracy and inspire him with the morality of the constituted authorities both in their public and private lives.
(12) Every child has the right to grow up as a free individual, in an atmosphere of peace, understanding, tolerance, and universal brotherhood, and with the determination to contribute his share in the building of a better world.
http://www.familymatters.org.ph/Relevant%20Laws PD%20603%20Child%20and%20Youth%20Welfare%20Code.htm
In the Philippines poverty and pervasive malnutrition are not limited to families of deprived seasonal workers. Undernourishment is endemic and increasing throughout most of this archipelago of some 7100 islands, and is compounded by the prevalence of intestinal parasites and gastrointestinal diseases which health workers estimate deprive youngsters of at least 5-10% of the nutritional value in food they do consume.
This problem is particularly prevalent in rural villages and city slums where many people eat with their fingers. Nearly 1/2 of all reported deaths are among infants and children through age 4, and about 1/2 of the accelerated death rate among those age 5 and younger is related to malnutrition, compounded by diarrhea, measles, and malaria which is returning to areas where it once was almost eradicated. 3 factors critically affect a newborn's survival prospects: the family size he or she is born into; the time or spacing between the mother's pregnancies; and the child's birth order.
It is not jiggering with food aid or government price incentives that will assure that future Filipinos will have enough to eat. Only a productive revolution of rural life that also educates mothers to know what makes for sound family nutrition will be adequate.
This problem is particularly prevalent in rural villages and city slums where many people eat with their fingers. Nearly 1/2 of all reported deaths are among infants and children through age 4, and about 1/2 of the accelerated death rate among those age 5 and younger is related to malnutrition, compounded by diarrhea, measles, and malaria which is returning to areas where it once was almost eradicated. 3 factors critically affect a newborn's survival prospects: the family size he or she is born into; the time or spacing between the mother's pregnancies; and the child's birth order.
It is not jiggering with food aid or government price incentives that will assure that future Filipinos will have enough to eat. Only a productive revolution of rural life that also educates mothers to know what makes for sound family nutrition will be adequate.
Diabetes is now the 7th leading cause of death in the Philippines, and medical experts reported that diabetes awareness is shockingly low amongst the public.
According to Dr. Roy Ferrer, normal people have several misconceptions about the disease . For instance, common belief is that only adults develop diabetes and that the fatter children become the healthier they are. Amongst Filipino people in particular, the reverse is true.
Dr. Ferrer said: "Most thought that when a child is fat, he is healthy . That’s not true. Children who are fat have a higher possibility of acquiring this disease because they eat a lot of food that has large amount of sugar, which increases the sugar level in their blood."
Ferrer said that people are unaware of the complications that diabetes can cause, particularly strokes. In the region, diabetes is known as ‘the silent killer.’ In urban areas in the Philippines, a proportion of the population were said to lead an unhealthy lifestyle without exercise .
The incidence of diabetes in the Philippines is soaring. Thus, it is on this premise that the Community Extension Services and Development of the College of Nursing of UC Banilad conducted a seminar on Diabetes among residents of Barangay Kalunasan to increase their awareness on such condition, to correct misinformation and misconception and at the same time, mobilize the community towards becoming more conscious about their health especially on the aspect of Diabetes.
According to Dr. Roy Ferrer, normal people have several misconceptions about the disease . For instance, common belief is that only adults develop diabetes and that the fatter children become the healthier they are. Amongst Filipino people in particular, the reverse is true.
Dr. Ferrer said: "Most thought that when a child is fat, he is healthy . That’s not true. Children who are fat have a higher possibility of acquiring this disease because they eat a lot of food that has large amount of sugar, which increases the sugar level in their blood."
Ferrer said that people are unaware of the complications that diabetes can cause, particularly strokes. In the region, diabetes is known as ‘the silent killer.’ In urban areas in the Philippines, a proportion of the population were said to lead an unhealthy lifestyle without exercise .
The incidence of diabetes in the Philippines is soaring. Thus, it is on this premise that the Community Extension Services and Development of the College of Nursing of UC Banilad conducted a seminar on Diabetes among residents of Barangay Kalunasan to increase their awareness on such condition, to correct misinformation and misconception and at the same time, mobilize the community towards becoming more conscious about their health especially on the aspect of Diabetes.
Diabetes Mellitus (DM) or simply diabetes is a disease in which the body does not produce or properly use insulin. Insulin is a hormone that is needed to convert sugar, starches and other food into energy needed for daily life. This is the reason why diabetics need an insulin injection if the disease is already severe.
The cause of diabetes continues to be a mystery, although both genetics and environmental factors such as obesity and lack of exercise appear to play roles.
Statistics on Diabetes Mellitus, obesity and hypertension are startling. In the United States, a report says that 2 out of 3 (66.6%) adult Americans, and 15% of the children, are overweight. In the United States alone, there are about 17 million diabetics. Five to 10% have Type I (juvenile), and the rest, Type II (adult onset) diabetes. Before insulin was discovered in the early 1920s, type 1 diabetes had 100% mortality. In the past 10 years, there has been a 33% increased in the number of diabetic patients. It is indeed scary.
In another report by the Medical Observer, “Diabetes is not only a disease of the middle age. More and more, high school and elementary students [are being affected]. At age 22, bulag na e hindi pa kumikita (blind already while not yet earning money). At age 20 plus, nagda-dialysis na, possibly stroke and heart attack,” says Dr. Tommy Ty Willing, president of the Philippine Diabetes Association (PDA), during the recent observance of World Diabetes Day in November.
Pediatric endocrinologist Sioksoan Chan-Cua said that patients as young as five years old are coming to her clinic with type 2 diabetes, a disease usually associated with people 40 years old and above. “I’m getting patients with blood sugar of more than 1,000. They come in with diabetic ketoacidosis, a breakdown of fat tissues when the body cannot utilize the glucose very well anymore,” she said.
While there are no clear data yet among the young on the running incidence of type 2 diabetes, related statistics add up to a grim scenario. Type 1 diabetes, an autoimmune condition normally affecting the young, is rising by three percent worldwide, with 17 percent of children 14 and below developing the disease each year.
Chan-Cua said the Philippines is still low on this score compared with other countries, especially Scandinavian nations like Finland, Sweden, and Norway, but we are also seeing an increase every year. My perception on this is simple – Filipinos love sweets and fatty foods. Also, our staple food is rice, which is a starchy food item. This makes diet as the primary risk factor to diabetes in the Philippines in my view.
Moreover, mathematical modelling on projection yields that 380 million people are expected to develop diabetes by 2025 based on International Diabetes Federation/World Health Organization data, a good percentage will be coming from Southeast Asian countries, including the Philippines. This finding is no longer astonishing considering the latest statistics on Pinoys afflicted with diabetes and hypertension which continues to increase on the scale of medical records. This goes to show that statistics on Diabetes Mellitus in the Philippines continues to be unfavorable to the general population because of the continuous rise in the number of Filipinos developing diabetes every year which adds to the number of people who cannot enjoy life and are becoming less productive due to this disease.
http://www.jpsimbulan.com/2008/07/26/incidence-of-type-1-and-type-2-diabetes-in-the-philippines-and-worldwide/
The cause of diabetes continues to be a mystery, although both genetics and environmental factors such as obesity and lack of exercise appear to play roles.
Statistics on Diabetes Mellitus, obesity and hypertension are startling. In the United States, a report says that 2 out of 3 (66.6%) adult Americans, and 15% of the children, are overweight. In the United States alone, there are about 17 million diabetics. Five to 10% have Type I (juvenile), and the rest, Type II (adult onset) diabetes. Before insulin was discovered in the early 1920s, type 1 diabetes had 100% mortality. In the past 10 years, there has been a 33% increased in the number of diabetic patients. It is indeed scary.
In another report by the Medical Observer, “Diabetes is not only a disease of the middle age. More and more, high school and elementary students [are being affected]. At age 22, bulag na e hindi pa kumikita (blind already while not yet earning money). At age 20 plus, nagda-dialysis na, possibly stroke and heart attack,” says Dr. Tommy Ty Willing, president of the Philippine Diabetes Association (PDA), during the recent observance of World Diabetes Day in November.
Pediatric endocrinologist Sioksoan Chan-Cua said that patients as young as five years old are coming to her clinic with type 2 diabetes, a disease usually associated with people 40 years old and above. “I’m getting patients with blood sugar of more than 1,000. They come in with diabetic ketoacidosis, a breakdown of fat tissues when the body cannot utilize the glucose very well anymore,” she said.
While there are no clear data yet among the young on the running incidence of type 2 diabetes, related statistics add up to a grim scenario. Type 1 diabetes, an autoimmune condition normally affecting the young, is rising by three percent worldwide, with 17 percent of children 14 and below developing the disease each year.
Chan-Cua said the Philippines is still low on this score compared with other countries, especially Scandinavian nations like Finland, Sweden, and Norway, but we are also seeing an increase every year. My perception on this is simple – Filipinos love sweets and fatty foods. Also, our staple food is rice, which is a starchy food item. This makes diet as the primary risk factor to diabetes in the Philippines in my view.
Moreover, mathematical modelling on projection yields that 380 million people are expected to develop diabetes by 2025 based on International Diabetes Federation/World Health Organization data, a good percentage will be coming from Southeast Asian countries, including the Philippines. This finding is no longer astonishing considering the latest statistics on Pinoys afflicted with diabetes and hypertension which continues to increase on the scale of medical records. This goes to show that statistics on Diabetes Mellitus in the Philippines continues to be unfavorable to the general population because of the continuous rise in the number of Filipinos developing diabetes every year which adds to the number of people who cannot enjoy life and are becoming less productive due to this disease.
http://www.jpsimbulan.com/2008/07/26/incidence-of-type-1-and-type-2-diabetes-in-the-philippines-and-worldwide/
CESDEV-Nursing offered free Blood Sugar Testing to the residents of Barangay Kalunasan after they attended the seminar on Diabetes. A blood glucose test or blood sugar testing measures the amount of a type of sugar, called glucose, in your blood. Glucose comes from carbohydrate foods. It is the main source of energy used by the body. Insulin is a hormone that helps your body's cells use the glucose. Insulin is produced in the pancreas and released into the blood when the amount of glucose in the blood rises.
Normally, your blood glucose levels increase slightly after you eat. This increase causes your pancreas to release insulin so that your blood glucose levels do not get too high. Blood glucose levels that remain high over time can damage your eyes, kidneys, nerves, and blood vessels.
Several different types of blood glucose tests are used. Fasting blood sugar (FBS) measures blood glucose after you have not eaten for at least 8 hours. It is often the first test done to check for prediabetes and diabetes.
2-hour postprandial blood sugar measures blood glucose exactly 2 hours after you start eating a meal.
Random blood sugar (RBS) measures blood glucose regardless of when you last ate. Several random measurements may be taken throughout the day. Random testing is useful because glucose levels in healthy people do not vary widely throughout the day. Blood glucose levels that vary widely may mean a problem. This test is also called a casual blood glucose test.
Oral glucose tolerance test is used to diagnose prediabetes and diabetes. An oral glucose tolerance test is a series of blood glucose measurements taken after you drink a sweet liquid that contains glucose. This test is commonly used to diagnose diabetes that occurs during pregnancy (gestational diabetes). For more information, see the medical test Oral Glucose Tolerance Test. This test is not commonly used to diagnose diabetes in a person who is not pregnant.
Since the set-up of the blood glucose testing was done in the community, random blood sugar testing was done ably performed by the clinical instructors who went on Outreach activity in Barangay Kalunasan.
Normally, your blood glucose levels increase slightly after you eat. This increase causes your pancreas to release insulin so that your blood glucose levels do not get too high. Blood glucose levels that remain high over time can damage your eyes, kidneys, nerves, and blood vessels.
Several different types of blood glucose tests are used. Fasting blood sugar (FBS) measures blood glucose after you have not eaten for at least 8 hours. It is often the first test done to check for prediabetes and diabetes.
2-hour postprandial blood sugar measures blood glucose exactly 2 hours after you start eating a meal.
Random blood sugar (RBS) measures blood glucose regardless of when you last ate. Several random measurements may be taken throughout the day. Random testing is useful because glucose levels in healthy people do not vary widely throughout the day. Blood glucose levels that vary widely may mean a problem. This test is also called a casual blood glucose test.
Oral glucose tolerance test is used to diagnose prediabetes and diabetes. An oral glucose tolerance test is a series of blood glucose measurements taken after you drink a sweet liquid that contains glucose. This test is commonly used to diagnose diabetes that occurs during pregnancy (gestational diabetes). For more information, see the medical test Oral Glucose Tolerance Test. This test is not commonly used to diagnose diabetes in a person who is not pregnant.
Since the set-up of the blood glucose testing was done in the community, random blood sugar testing was done ably performed by the clinical instructors who went on Outreach activity in Barangay Kalunasan.
Barangay Kalunasan officials were presented with the guidelines for the National Sandugo Award by the Department of Health. The National Sandugo Award is an initiative of the DOH for local government executives who have shown support and commitment to the National Voluntary Blood Services Program (NVBSP).
The National Sandugo Award for Local Government Executives is bestowed on a provincial governor, city mayor, municipal mayor or barangay captain who gave outstanding support, commitment and active involvement in the promotion of voluntary blood donation towards the achievement of the vision of Republic Act 7719 otherwise known as the "National Blood Services Act of 1994."
Specific criteria to the awards include personal involvement and commitment in the NVBSP, provision of resources in the promotion of voluntary blood donation, being instrumental for the high percentage of voluntary blood donation in his jurisdiction which includes blood collected by government and private hospital, PNRC blood center, local health services and non-government organizations (NGOs) and exemplary administrative actions in support of NVBSP such as issuances within the last five years.
The awards is in line with the advocacy enhanced by the enactment of Republic Act 7719 which mobilized national agencies and private organizations to promote voluntary blood donation and collect the lifesaving fluid.
The National Sandugo Award for Local Government Executives is bestowed on a provincial governor, city mayor, municipal mayor or barangay captain who gave outstanding support, commitment and active involvement in the promotion of voluntary blood donation towards the achievement of the vision of Republic Act 7719 otherwise known as the "National Blood Services Act of 1994."
Specific criteria to the awards include personal involvement and commitment in the NVBSP, provision of resources in the promotion of voluntary blood donation, being instrumental for the high percentage of voluntary blood donation in his jurisdiction which includes blood collected by government and private hospital, PNRC blood center, local health services and non-government organizations (NGOs) and exemplary administrative actions in support of NVBSP such as issuances within the last five years.
The awards is in line with the advocacy enhanced by the enactment of Republic Act 7719 which mobilized national agencies and private organizations to promote voluntary blood donation and collect the lifesaving fluid.
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