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🌿 Psychotrauma Corner: November 13-14, 2025 💜

I am deeply grateful to be at Mindanao State University – Iligan Institute of Technology for the 1st Psychotrauma National Conference 2025, organized by the National Association for Psychotrauma Workers, Corp. (NAPWorC) last November 13-14, 2025.

It is truly humbling to represent Mental Health Negros and Negros Island Region alongside MHN Consultant and NAPWorC President, Dr. Johnny Decatoria, who also served as the Keynote Speaker for this landmark event.

This journey is especially meaningful to me, not only because it marks an important step in advancing psychotrauma work and mental health advocacy nationwide, but also because this is my first travel for advocacy work and at Mindanao 🇵🇭

I am also honored to have officially taken my oath as the Focal Person of the Negros Island Region, alongside the amazing Visayas team, Jose Jeffrey S. Puentespina, PhD, RPsy Coordinator, Visayas Chapter, Jade S. Ermitaño, RPsy, RPm Iloilo Province Focal Person, Caressa Lynn A. Siglos, PhD, RPm, Capiz Province Focal Person and to witness a historic and inspiring research studies, alongside pillars of Philippine psychology - Dr. Johnny Decatoria and Ms. Miriam Cue, Chairperson of the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) and a legacy as the first psychologist in the country. 🦋

Thankful for the trust, mentorship, experience and opportunity to serve on a national platform. 💚✨

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🌿 Mental Health Negros Summit 2025 💜

With hearts full of gratitude, we celebrate the successful 4th Negros Occidental Mental Health Summit, held last October 18, 2025 at Santuario de La Salle, University of St. La Salle–Bacolod.

This year marked our second year with the best team, coming together with mental health advocates, professionals, students, and partners across Negros Occidental to strengthen conversations, collaboration, and action for mental well-being. Guided by the theme:

"Positibo nga Sikolohiya: Gabay sa Pag-angot sa Nagabag-o nga Tyempo”

Congratulations and thanks to the directors, core group, and executives—your time, effort, and dedication truly paid off. 💚

Padayon, Mental Health Advocates! 💫

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🌿 Mental Health Negros Summit 2024 💜

Grateful beyond words for the success of the 3rd Negros Occidental Mental Health Summit, held on October 26, 2024 at the Pope John Paul II Hall, Queen of Peace Parish. 👏

This annual gathering continues to unite mental health advocates, movers, and champions who share one vision, strengthening mental health initiatives across Negros Occidental. Guided by the theme:

“Mapagros nga paminsaron haligi sang mainuswagon nga komunidad,” the summit reminded us that healthy minds are the foundation of thriving communities.

Heartfelt congratulations and thanks to the directors, core group, and executives—your time, effort, and dedication truly paid off. 💚

Padayon, Mental Health Advocates! 💫

🌿 Mental Health Corner: October 4, 2025 💜

The City Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWDO) successfully spearheaded “Bulubatyag”, with the theme “Changing the Narrative on Suicide,” last October 4, 2025, at Terrace Garden and Restaurant, Cadiz City.

The activity opened with welcome remarks from OIC-CSWD Ms. Irene Javelona, RSW, followed by inspiring messages from Hon. Keanu Sarabia, SK Federation President, and City Councilors Hon. Frances Guanzon and Hon. Maricel Desuyo, who expressed their strong support for mental health advocacy. The program concluded with closing remarks from Rae Ayanna Evidente, RSW, LYDO-Designate.

With the participation of Barangay Children’s Representatives, Health Advocates, and SK Chairpersons and Members, the event highlighted the importance of compassion, awareness, and collective action in promoting mental well-being in our communities. 💚🤝🏻

📸 Credits Bilis Cadiz Ugyon Cadiznon page

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🌿 Mental Health Corner: September 23, 2025 💜

In celebration of the 125th Philippine Civil Service Anniversary, the Human Resource Management Services (HRMS) conducted a mental health seminar titled “Mindful Service: Caring for Yourself while Serving Others.”

The session emphasized the “Puso” component of this year’s theme, “Bawat Kawani, Lingkod Bayani: Puso, Dangal, at Galing para sa Bayan,” highlighting compassion, self-care, and well-being as essential to effective public service.

Facilitated by Renbelin G. Rodrigo, RPm, part of the HR Team of City of Bacolod (HRMS) and mental health advocate, the activity reminded participants that caring for oneself is key to serving others wholeheartedly.

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