03/09/2026
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โFrom Evidence to Action, From Action to Impactโ
The Isabela State University โ Ilagan Campus, through the Extension and Training Services (ETS), successfully conducted the Strengthening Extensionistsโ Capacity on September 2, 2026, at the New CEAT-AVR, ISU-Ilagan Campus. The participants were warmly welcomed by Dr. Precious Joy L. Ramos, ETS Director โ Ilagan Campus, who officially opened the activity and emphasized the importance of strengthening the capacity of extensionists. This was followed by a message from Engr. Alfonso R. Simon, PhD, Cluster Executive Officer of ISUโIlagan Campus presented by AFS Director Mr. Armand Francis Ruma, who highlighted the value of commitment, collaboration, and continuous improvement in fulfilling the University's extension mandate. His words served as a meaningful reminder that the work of extensionists goes beyond conducting activities, it is about creating opportunities, responding to community needs, and contributing to positive and sustainable change.
The first major learning session, โFrom Research to Extension: Developing Result-Based Extension,โ was facilitated by Dr. Ma. Theresa L. Eustaquio, University and Campus Director for Community Engagement. The session highlighted the importance of transforming research findings into relevant and responsive extension initiatives that address the actual needs of communities.
The afternoon continued with a focus on impact and sustainability. Dr. Ferdinand Bulusan, Chair of the Cagayan Valley Extensionists Council, led the session on โConducting Impact Assessment of Extension Activities,โ encouraging participants to look beyond the number of activities conducted and outputs produced and instead examine the meaningful changes brought about by extension interventions. This was followed by a Discussion and Open Forum, where participants had the opportunity to raise questions, share experiences, and exchange ideas with fellow extensionists and resource persons.
At the end of the learning sessions, Dr. Precious Joy L. Ramos, ETS Director, presented the Updates on the Extension Monitoring System. The session provided important updates and guidance on the monitoring of extension programs and activities, emphasizing the value of proper documentation, systematic monitoring, and timely reporting in ensuring that extension initiatives are effectively implemented and aligned with the Universityโs goals.
More than just a one-day training, the Strengthening Extensionistsโ Capacity 2026 served as a meaningful avenue for learning, collaboration, and reflection. It reminded us that effective extension work is not simply about conducting activities, it is about understanding community needs, using evidence to guide our actions, measuring the impact of our interventions, and continuously finding ways to create meaningful and lasting change.