Rising Stronger: How Lingap Pangkabataan Is Revolutionizing Its Capabilities Through Continuous Learning and Development
Lingap Pangkabataan, taking inspiration from the biblical character Nehemiah, is committed to becoming a learning organization, constantly seeking to improve its operations and better serve its beneficiaries. To achieve this goal, Lingap has enlisted the guidance of Dr. Wilfredo Awitan, an expert in social work and community development from the University of the Philippines. Dr. […]
Changed Stories Guide
NOONG 2021, ipinagdiwang ang 40th anibersaryo ng Lingap Pangkabataan, Inc. (LPI). Ang organisasyon, kasama ng UCCP Lawaan, JCSFCC Balangiga, at Sta. Margarita ay nakipag-sosyo at nakipartner sa mga mag-aaral ng Ateneo de Manila University upang gabayan ang mga kasosyo ng mga komunidad sa pagsulat ng kanilang Changed Stories. Ang mga Changed Stories ay mga salaysay […]
From Participant to Facilitator: A Young Leader’s Journey of Empowerment and Advocacy in Balangiga
Good day! My name is Jessa Sasi. I am a single, 24 year-old resident of Barangay 1, Balangiga, Eastern Samar. I graduated this year 2021 from my course, Juris Doctor, and took Bachelor of Arts in Political Science as my pre-course prior to Law. I am the 2nd out of 3 daughters of Ptra. Ana […]
Together to Innovate Towards A Stronger Movement: Insights from the East Southeast Asia Church and Community Mobilisation Community of Practitioners and Influencers Regional Learning Conference 2022
The Church and Community Mobilisation (CCM) movement has been growing across East and Southeast Asia in recent years. In November 2022, the East Southeast Asia Church and Community Mobilisation (CCM) Community of Practitioners and Influencers (COPI) Regional Learning Conference was held, face-to-face, in Chiang Rai, Thailand. This event brought together CCM practitioners and influencers from […]
11th Lingap National Children’s Congress Goes Virtual Again: Child Advocates Address Mental Health and Child Protection During COVID-19 Pandemic
The 11th Lingap Pangkabataan National Children’s Congress officially opened last December 10, via Zoom with around 57 children representing various church and community-based children’s associations. After months of preparation thru face-to-face and online meetings beginning in August 2022, we had a fun-filled opening session with Shelter Park Youth and Children’s Organization [SPYCO], Children’s Association of […]
Transforming Obligation into Inspiration: A Story of Community Engagement and Leadership
Ms. Edith Christine Chicay, the Community Ministry Chairperson of the United Church of Christ in the Philippines [UCCP]-Kaunlaran Village in Barangay 8, Caloocan City, wrote this Story of Change. Known as Ate Tin, she experienced a roller-coaster of emotions in her role as a servant-leader in their church’s engagement in the church and community mobilization. […]
Shining Bright: The Light and Love of Lingap Pangkabataan
Lingap Pangkabataan creates places of light, Where children’s futures shine so bright. With love and care, they’re nurtured here, And all their dreams are made so clear. In every corner, there’s a smile, And laughter echoes for a mile. For every child who comes to play There’s hope and joy to light the way. No […]
How Kids Can Make A Difference
Kids have the power to make a difference and combat online sexual exploitation! By educating their peers about this issue, they can help create an awareness of the problem and encourage them to take action. Training fellow children against online sexual exploitation can involve teaching them how to identify exploitative behaviors, understand the risks associated […]
Working with Brgy UP Campus to Ensure Safer Cities for Children
To ensure a safer environment for children in Barangay UP Campus, various initiatives will be implemented. Firstly, public awareness campaigns can help educate the community on the importance of protecting children from online sexual abuse and exploitation. This will include providing information to both adults and children on recognizing and responding to OSAEC. Additionally, community […]
EPIC Advocacy Group: 7 Years of Amplifying Children’s Rights in Barangay E. Rodriguez Sr in Quezon City
Members of Empower, Protect and Include Children (EPIC) Advocacy Group reminisce how their group started and the many activities they conducted amplifying calls to promote children’s rights and welfare at Barangay E Rodriguez Sr. In Cubao, Quezon City. Barangay E. Rodriguez Sr has been home to a passionate and dedicated children advocacy group for the […]