43 youths complete leadership summit in Agusan Norte
CABADBARAN CITY, Agusan del Norte – The 29th Infantry (Matatag) Battalion, Philippine Army, in collaboration with the local government unit of Jabonga, concluded a 3-day Youth Leadership Summit (YLS).
The Youth Leadership Summit brought together 43 youth leaders from all barangays of Jabonga composed of 20 females and 23 males with 9 members of indigenous peoples community.
The Youth Leadership Summit with the theme "Molding Leaders of Excellence, Compassion, and Character," emphasized the holistic development of young individuals who will serve as leaders in various spheres of society. It underscored the importance of not just technical skills or knowledge, but also the moral and emotional qualities that define a true and impactful leader.
According to YLS Graduate Jeffrel, "This type of training fosters confidence, resilience and strong sense of responsibility. It also nurtures critical thinking encourages ethical decision making and promotes commitment to social change.
“Ang ako mga nakat-unan diri sa YLS ako to magamit sa ako panerbisyo labi na ako isa ka public servant. (The things I learned at the YLS will be useful to me as a public servant),” he said.
Meanwhile, Gea Abby Gayle Rizon, Agusan del Norte Sangguaniang Kabataan Federation president said during the YLS closing ceremony, "Ang atong goal isa ra ang maayo nga kaugmaon dili lang sa atong generation kundili sa generation sa umaabot. Mao na nga magtinabangay ta ninyo. Kamo ang umaabot nga mayor, vice mayor, SB member diri. (Our goal is simple: a better future not just for our generation but also for the generations to come. That is why we need to help each other. We are the future mayors, vice mayors and SB members of our town. )”
“As youth leaders, we have the power to shape the course of history, to inspire
positive change and to leave lasting legacy for future generations. Let us
stand together shoulder to shoulder as we embark on this journey of leadership,
service and transformation," Rizon added.
Lieutenant Colonel Mark S. Tabon, acting commanding officer of the 29th Infantry Battalion, expressed his gratitude to the parents for the trust and support and to the participants for their active participation.
"Mapasalamaton kaayo ko sa mga ginikanan sa pagsalig nga ilang gihatag diri kanamo ug sa mga partisipante sa inyong kagustuhan nga mahimong isa ka maayong lider ngadto sa inyong tagsa-tagsa nga komunidad. Ako manghinaut nga magamit ninyo sa sakto kini nga training aron mas mapalambo pa ang inyong kinabuhi. Salamat usab sa local government of Jabonga ug sa tanang facilitator ug line government agency nga nitabang aron mahimong malampuson ni nga YLS. (I am deeply grateful to the parents for the trust you gave to us and for all the participants for your desire to become good leaders in your respective communities. I hope you will use this training properly to further improve your lives. I would also like to thank the local government of Jabonga, as well as all the facilitators and line government agencies for your contribution that led to the success of this YLS,” LtCol. Tabon said. (29IB, Philippine Army/PIA-Agusan del Norte)
