29/08/2026
ABS-CBN Foundation, Programa Genio Turn Over Food Processing and Small Engine to ALS Senior High School of Davao del Sur School of Fisheries and ALS Bangkarunugan
MALALAG, DAVAO DEL SUR โ August 29, 2026
The ABS-CBN Foundation International and Programa Genio, Inc. formally turned over the food-processing and small engine to the ALS Senior High School Program of the Davao del Sur School of Fisheries (DSSF) and the ALS Bangkarunungan Learning Center during a ceremonial turnover held at the DSSF Gymnasium.
The donated equipment will support the skills development and hands-on learning of ALS Senior High School learners of the Davao del Sur School of Fisheries, while also providing opportunities for community members to acquire practical and livelihood-related skills.
The activity was graced by Department of Education Alternative Education Bureau Director Marilette R. Almayda, Regional ALS Focal Person Maricel Langahid, Davao del Sur Schools Division Superintendent Lorenzo E. Mendoza, and Malalag Municipal Mayor Hon. Ma. Zorrahyda T. Valentin, together with personnel and representatives from various government agencies and partner organizations.
Representatives from the ABS-CBN Foundation International and Programa Genio, Inc., including Teacher Maricar Estole, led the ceremonial turnover as part of their continuing partnership and support for education, skills development, and community empowerment.
The food processing equipment will be utilized by ALS Senior High School learners of DSSF to strengthen their technical competencies through practical and hands-on training. The equipment is expected to provide learners with additional opportunities to develop skills that may prepare them for employment, entrepreneurship, and further education.
Meanwhile, the small engine equipment was turned over to fisherfolk engaged in fish cage activities under the ALS Bangkarunungan Learning Center. The equipment will support the fisherfolk in developing practical skills related to the operation and maintenance of small engines used in their livelihood activities.
The donated equipment will also be made available to interested members of the community who wish to develop or enhance their skills in food processing and small engine operation and maintenance, and other livelihood-related competencies.
The turnover highlights the continuing collaboration among the Department of Education, local government units, ALS stakeholders, ABS-CBN Foundation International, and Programa Genio, Inc. in providing relevant resources and learning opportunities to ALS Senior High School learners and community beneficiaries in Davao del Sur.
Through the initiative, the ALS Senior High School Program of the Davao del Sur School of Fisheries gains additional learning resources that can strengthen skills-based education and provide learners with opportunities to translate classroom learning into practical competencies and potential livelihood opportunities.
