CCO Social Work Department

19/08/2026

10/08/2026

An Invitation to Share, Learn, and Connect
A heartfelt appreciation is extended to Dean Sakthi Prabha of Hindustan College of Arts and Science, Chennai, India, for the kind invitation extended to Prof. Laro L. Amelyn to serve as one of the distinguished speakers in the International One-Week Online Faculty Development Programme entitled:
“Contemporary Social Science Research: Emerging Trends, Advanced Methods, Artificial Intelligence, and Global Perspectives”
17–22 August 2026
Prof. Laro L. Amelyn is honored to be invited as one of the international speakers and will open the six-day programme on August 17, 2026, with the session:
“Emerging Trends in Social Science Research & Ethics”
The invitation represents a meaningful opportunity to contribute to an international academic platform that brings together educators and researchers from the Philippines, India, Kenya, Malaysia, and Thailand.
The programme reflects the importance of creating spaces where scholars can exchange knowledge, share research experiences, explore emerging methodologies, and build meaningful international academic partnerships.
Special appreciation goes to Dean Sakthi Prabha and the Hindustan College of Arts and Science for fostering an environment that values global collaboration and contemporary scholarship.
As a feminist researcher, social worker, educator, and author from the Philippines, Prof. Laro looks forward to sharing perspectives on ethical and emerging approaches in social science research while learning from fellow scholars across Asia and beyond.
From the Philippines to the global academic community—sharing knowledge, strengthening partnerships, and advancing social science for a more just and sustainable society.
Congratulations, Prof. Laro L. Amelyn, and thank you to Hindustan College of Arts and Science for this meaningful international academic opportunity!

10/08/2026

TRIALOGUE: Bridging the Classroom, Field, and Community
Meaningful social work education does not end inside the classroom—it comes alive through dialogue, collaboration, reflection, and practice in the community. 💙
We are grateful for the opportunity to conduct a series of TRIALOGUE sessions bringing together our Field Instruction Students, School Field Supervisors, and Agency Field Supervisors assigned at the City Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWDO).
These sessions provide a valuable space to listen, reflect, share experiences, address challenges, strengthen supervision, and connect academic learning with actual social work practice. Through this collaborative process, we continue to ensure that our students are guided not only by theories and competencies but also by the realities, values, and responsibilities of professional social work.
Our heartfelt appreciation goes to the City Social Welfare and Development Office under the leadership of Ms. Maribel Gucela, RSW, OIC-CSWD, for the continued support and partnership in the professional formation of our future social workers.
Special thanks to our dedicated Agency Field Supervisors who generously share their knowledge, experience, and mentorship with our students:
🌟 Ms. Lourdes B. Devilla, RSW
Social Welfare Officer III – District 1
🌟 Ms. Melinia Q. Demeterio, RSW
Social Welfare Officer III – District 2
🌟 Ms. Alexandria Kris T. Valenciano, RSW
Social Welfare Officer III – District IV
🌟 Ms. Thelma M. Maceda, RSW
Social Welfare Officer III – District 6
Your commitment to mentoring our students helps bridge the gap between academic preparation and professional practice and strengthens the next generation of social workers who will serve individuals, families, groups, and communities with competence, compassion, and integrity.
To our Field Instruction Students and School Field Supervisors, thank you as well for actively participating in these conversations and for making field education a shared learning experience.
Together, we build a stronger partnership among the Academe–Agency–Students, creating a field education environment where learning becomes practice, practice becomes reflection, and reflection becomes meaningful social change.
Learning in the classroom. Growing in the field. Serving the community.
TRIALOGUE: Where Academe, Agency, and Students Meet for Transformative Social Work Education. 💙

07/08/2026

06/08/2026

Bachelor of Science in Social Work
City College of Ormoc
"Empathy in Action. Justice in Practice."

At the City College of Ormoc, the Bachelor of Science in Social Work program is more than an academic degree—it is a commitment to transforming lives, strengthening communities, and promoting social justice.

Guided by our vision of developing ethical, competent, and culturally grounded professionals, we prepare future Registered Social Workers who are equipped to respond to the complex social realities of today's world with compassion, integrity, and professional excellence.

Our program nurtures graduates who are committed to:
✨ Advocating for human rights and social justice
✨ Empowering individuals, families, groups, and communities
✨ Promoting inclusive and sustainable social development
✨ Practicing ethical, evidence-based, and culturally responsive social work
✨ Becoming leaders in community development, policy advocacy, and social transformation

Rooted in our core values of Empathy, Justice, Respect, Integrity, and Service, we believe that meaningful change begins with compassionate action and responsible leadership.

Whether serving vulnerable populations, advancing community resilience, championing gender equality, or addressing emerging social issues, our students are prepared to become professionals who make a lasting impact both locally and globally.

📚 Join the Bachelor of Science in Social Work Program at the City College of Ormoc and become part of a community dedicated to creating positive social change.

💙 Empathy in Action. Justice in Practice.

04/08/2026

𝐅𝐈𝐄𝐋𝐃 𝐈𝐍𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐔𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐈 𝐃𝐄𝐏𝐋𝐎𝐘𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 | 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝟏𝟓, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

The City College of Ormoc – Bachelor of Science in Social Work Program officially deployed another batch of Fourth Year Social Work interns to partner agencies as part of their Field Instruction I, marking another significant milestone in their journey toward becoming competent, ethical, and compassionate social work professionals.

📍 Rosemary Home of Hope – Kananga, Leyte
Under the leadership of Mr. Michael Añora, the following interns commenced their field placement:
• Ma. Isa Fe Aguinod
• Kycel V. Camral
• Rhea D. Bangca

📍 Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office (MSWDO) – Alangalang, Leyte
Headed by Mrs. Marilyn Superada, RSW, the following interns were deployed:
• Naphia Shyre Maria Maglasang
• Rey Ann Trishia Dohinog
• Sheryl Lou Mc Donough Baring
• Triz Anne Gencianos

📍 Department of Social Welfare and Development Field Office VIII (DSWD FO VIII)
The following interns likewise began their internship:
• Jaypee Matuguina
• Rhea Jane Barrientos
• Trixie De Los Santos

As our interns embark on this transformative learning experience, may they uphold the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, empathy, and commitment to social justice. Field Instruction serves as a vital bridge between classroom learning and actual social work practice, allowing future social workers to translate knowledge into meaningful service for individuals, families, groups, and communities.

The Social Work Department extends its heartfelt appreciation to our partner agencies for their continued trust, collaboration, and commitment in mentoring the next generation of social work professionals.

Social Work in Action. Justice in Practice. 💙💛

04/08/2026

The journey to becoming a Registered Social Worker begins with character, compassion, and commitment.

May these words serve as a reminder to every BSSW student that true success is measured not only by passing the licensure examination but by living the values of the profession every day. Continue to lead with empathy, uphold integrity, and be instruments of hope and social justice.

Empathy in Action. Justice in Practice. 🌿

04/08/2026

Social Workers’ Code of Ethics

04/08/2026

Every element of our logo tells a story. From the open hands that symbolize care, to the butterfly that represents transformation, each symbol reflects the heart of Social Work—service, compassion, justice, and hope. 💙🦋