To inspire a passion for transformative leadership and promote the principles of good governance among the students and young faculty of Central Luzon State University (CLSU), the Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP) launched the “BAGANI: Rising Leaders Development Program” today, March 6, at the RIE Amphitheater. The program aims to equip emerging leaders with the skills, vision, and mindset needed to drive positive change in their communities and beyond.
During the event, DAP Project Officer Ellinoar Santos, emphasized the crucial role of the youth in shaping the nation's future. "We developed this program para sa mga young leaders. Kasi, you are the agents of today, you will change the system, and you are the leaders of tomorrow,” she shared.
Mark Sambajon, BAGANI program communication specialist, echoed this sentiment, "We acknowledge that young people now are rising in their own communities, making these changes themselves. So, the academy wants to complement that and turn that energy into something transformative in the public sector."
The DAP delegation was led by Mr. June Arvin Gudoy, Vice President for Corporate Affairs, who facilitated an engaging Q&A session on students’ roles in public service.
Wrapping up the successful event, Dr. Irene G. Bustos, Office of the Student Affairs Dean, delivered the closing remarks, leaving the attendees with a powerful and timeless reminder from Mahatma Gandhi: “If you want to see the change in the world, be the change.”
Before the information session, the DAP delegates paid a courtesy call to University President Dr. Evaristo A. Abella, where they formally presented the program. President Abella expressed his full support for the initiative, emphasizing that the program will play a significant role in shaping and developing future leaders.
For more information regarding the program, you may check their official Facebook page and visit the bagani.my.canva.site
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