MSUN Office of the Gender and Development

We are still buzzing from the energy of the GADToKnow: Basic Gender Sensitivity, Digital Safety, and Responsible Energy Use seminar held last April 25, 2026, at the MSUN TSAC. It was an incredible day of growth and discovery for our 1st Year CWTS students, who showed up with enthusiasm and a ready-to-learn attitude.

The sessions kicked off with Ms. Jollibee Alindajao, who facilitated the Basic Gender Sensitivity (GST) training. Through a series of fun and engaging activities, she turned complex topics into relatable lessons, helping our students build a stronger foundation for inclusivity and mutual respect.

Following this, Mr. Van Jason Arellano took the stage for an eye-opening and highly interactive session on Digital Safety. He provided our students with essential tools to navigate the online world securely, sparking meaningful dialogue about the importance of protecting one's digital footprint.

To round out the day, Engr. Shiela Sugue delivered a vital talk on Responsible Energy Use. Beyond just theory, she provided practical, everyday tips on how students can actively conserve energy and contribute to a more sustainable campus. A huge thank you to our expert speakers for their time and to our students for their active participation; you’ve proven that being socially aware and environmentally conscious goes hand-in-hand with student leadership!

The Gender and Development (GAD) Office is proud to support and promote this wonderful community initiative by the Municipal Health Office (MHO) of Naawan!

In line with the upcoming Buntis Congress on May 22, 2026, our dedicated team at the MHO is organizing a Donation Drive for newborn and infant essentials. This is our chance to come together as a community to support our expectant mothers as they prepare for the beautiful (and often challenging) journey of childbirth and early parenthood.

🍼 What We Are Collecting
Your generosity can help provide a "starter kit" of love for our local moms. We are accepting starting May 13, 2026:

✨ New or Gently Used Baby clothes, blankets, and towels.

✨ New, Unopened packs of diapers.

📍 Where to Donate?
For the specific donation drop-off areas and further instructions, please refer to the official publication material (pubmat) attached below.

Let’s show the heart of Naawan by helping our future little ones get the best start possible. Every onesie, blanket, and diaper counts! 🤝💕

🌸 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 🌸

The MSU at Naawan Gender and Development (GAD) Office joins the nation in honoring the incredible women who nurture, lead, and inspire us every single day.

Motherhood takes many forms—it is found in our biological mothers, grandmothers, foster moms, aunts, and the mentors who guide us with a mother’s heart. Today, we recognize not just their unconditional love, but their immense contribution to social development and gender equality.

𝐓𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐬, 𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠; 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐫𝐬: 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐛𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐲.

Today, we reaffirm our commitment to creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where every mother can thrive—both at home and in the workplace.

Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing Nanays, Mommies, Mamas, Inas, and Mother-figures of MSU at Naawan! 💖

✨ Calling all NSTP-CWTS Students! ✨

Are you ready to level up your awareness and become a more responsible digital citizen? The Office of Gender and Development (GAD) invites you to an essential training session designed just for you!

📍 Event Details:
Title: GADToKnow: A Training on Gender Sensitivity, Digital Safety, and Responsible Energy Use

When: April 25, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Where: MSUN TSAC

In today’s fast-paced world, being "in the know" is more than just a trend—it’s a responsibility. This 4-hour intensive session covers three pillars of modern citizenship:

🌈 Gender Sensitivity: Building a more inclusive and respectful campus community.

🛡️Digital Safety: Protecting your identity and navigating the online world securely.

⚡Responsible Energy Use: Practical tips on sustainability and reducing our carbon footprint.

This isn't just another requirement—it's about building a safer, smarter, and more inclusive campus for everyone. See you there!

𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬: 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 & 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐲 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

The Office of Institutional Planning and Development (OIPD) recently held a transformative session for our Senior High School On-the-Job Training (OJT) students!

𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐲:

𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 (𝐆𝐒𝐓)
The morning kicked off at 9:00 AM with an insightful Gender Sensitivity Training led by our dedicated GAD Coordinator, Ms. Jollibee G. Alindajao conducted at the Accreditation Room. The session aimed to foster a more inclusive, respectful, and gender-fair environment, ensuring our interns carry these essential values into their future professional careers.

𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐲 𝐅𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧
Following the training, the spotlight shifted to the students' hard work! Our OJTs presented their proposed Energy Policy, a project crafted to enhance institutional sustainability.

The students engaged in a high-level feedbacking session with Assoc. Prof. Desheree Judena G. Preciado (OIPD Director), Engr. Shiela Sugue, and Ms. Jollibee G. Alindajao (GAD Coordinator).

The panel praised the students' initiative and provided expert guidance to refine the policy, bridging the gap between classroom theory and real-world application.

𝑾𝒆 𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒊𝒏𝒄𝒓𝒆𝒅𝒊𝒃𝒍𝒚 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒖𝒅 𝒐𝒇 𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒊𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒏𝒔 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒊𝒓 𝒅𝒆𝒅𝒊𝒄𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒕𝒐 𝒍𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒊𝒓 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒂𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒗𝒆 𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒕𝒓𝒊𝒃𝒖𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒕𝒐 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑶𝑰𝑷𝑫’𝒔 𝒈𝒐𝒂𝒍𝒔!

Empowering the women of MSU Naawan with the tools for a digital future! We have successfully concluded our 2026 National Women’s Month celebration with a culmination activity centered on "Addressing Digital Skills Gap and Digital Safety." A huge thank you to our resource speaker, Dr. Lilibeth Coronel, for sharing her invaluable expertise on navigating the tech landscape securely and confidently. Let’s continue to break barriers and lead in the digital age!

Wrapping up our Voices for Juana series this National Women’s Month, we are honored to share a powerful message from our Vice Chancellor for Research, Innovation, and Global Engagement, Dr. Rey Y. Capangpangan.

As we conclude this month-long tribute, Dr. Capangpangan emphasizes the critical role of women as driving innovators for global progress. His reflection serves as a reminder that supporting women isn't just a seasonal theme—it is a lifelong commitment to excellence and empowerment.

From the Office of the Gender and Development, thank you to all the men of MSUN who joined the conversation this March. Together, we continue to champion a future where every "Juana" can lead, innovate, and thrive.

YOUR VOICE MATTERS!

We’ve just wrapped up an insightful Culmination Activity on “Addressing Digital Skills Gap and Digital Safety,” and we want to hear from you!

To help us keep improving and ensuring our programs truly serve the MSU Naawan community, please take a moment to evaluate the session. Whether it was a "lightbulb moment" regarding your online security or a new digital tool you’re excited to use, your feedback is the bridge to even better events in the future.

How to Share Your Thoughts:
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Completing this online evaluation signifies completion of your participation in this year's NWM culmination activity. Certificate of Participation will be available after evaluation.

Thank you for your active participation and for helping us improve our future activities! 💜

To our incredible MSU at Naawan community—students, faculty, staff, and administration—thank you.

As we wrap up our National Women’s Month celebration, our hearts are full. Seeing the energy, the solidarity, and the genuine support across campus has been nothing short of inspiring. Whether you joined the forums, participated in the activities, or simply took a moment to honor the women in your life, you helped make this month meaningful.

This celebration wasn't just about a month on the calendar; it was about acknowledging the brilliance, resilience, and leadership that women bring to our campus every single day. From our hardworking staff and dedicated educators to our trail-blazing students—you are the heartbeat of this institution.

Let’s carry this spirit of empowerment forward. Let’s keep championing one another, breaking barriers, and making MSU Naawan a place where "Modern Babaylans" isn't just a theme, but a lived reality.

Salute to all the women of MSU Naawan! We see you, we honor you, and we thank you. 💜

Rooted in strength, growing for the future. 🌱

In celebration of National Women’s Month, the MSU Naawan community comes together to plant seeds of change—literally! Just as these saplings will grow to protect our watershed, the women and men of MSU Naawan continue to lead, inspire, and sustain our environment.