23/07/2026
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As part of its continuing commitment to community engagement and extension services, the College of Teacher Education (CTED) of Cagayan State UniversityโGonzaga, in collaboration with the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) Region II, conducted Project C.A.R.E.: Human Rights Symposium as a community extension program for the residents of Barangay Amunitan on July 23, 2026, at the Mabric Conference Hall, Cagayan State UniversityโGonzaga.
The activity was attended by community members headed by Barangay Captain Norman C. Gonzaga, together with student leaders and faculty members of the College of Teacher Education.
Ms. Lorraine C. Daquioag, JD, Information Officer II and GAD Co-Focal Person of CHR Region II, emphasized that human rights are the foundation of dignity and development. She discussed the fundamentals of human rights and the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act (RA 9208, as amended by RA 10364), highlighting its three essential elements: Act, Means, and Purpose.
She also underscored that the State has the primary obligation to respect, protect, and fulfill the human rights of every individual.
Meanwhile, Atty. Cecilia G. Melad-Lazaro, OIC-Regional Director of CHR Region II, discussed the rights and responsibilities of student leaders and explained provisions on family coverage up to the fourth degree. She also emphasized Section 25, which states that OSEC and CSAEM cases cannot be dismissed through an Affidavit of Desistance, along with key provisions under Section 5.
Atty. Marie Grace R. Marcos, Attorney IV and GAD Focal Person, discussed the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act of 2006 (RA 9344). She explained the intervention and diversion programs available for children in conflict with the law, including discernment assessments and rehabilitation services through Bahay Pag-asa.
โAng pagkakamali ay hindi katapusan. The youth is not just the future, but the present. They deserve a chance to learn from their mistakes and become better citizens,โ Atty. Marcos said.
During the afternoon session, Mr. Benjamin A. Banatao, JD, Senior Investigator and PWD Focal Person, discussed laws protecting persons with disabilities, including RA 7277, BP 344, RA 10070, RA 10754, RA 11228, and RA 10524. He also introduced the โFive Golden Rulesโ in interacting with persons with disabilities and reminded participants that โDisability is not an inability.โ
The extension program concluded with an open forum and a post-test to assess participantsโ understanding of the discussions. Through this collaborative initiative, CTED and CHR Region II strengthened community awareness of human rights, anti-trafficking, juvenile justice, and disability inclusion while providing future educators with meaningful opportunities to engage in community-based learning and public service.
โ๏ธ Jonalyn and Rheajeane
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