AFP Leadership Development Center

AFPLDC Delegation Visits PAF Leadership Development Center at AETDC

The Armed Forces of the Philippines Leadership Development Center (AFPLDC), led by its Director, COL RONALD ALBERT P GENETE (GSC) PA, conducted a benchmarking visit to the Philippine Air Force Leadership Development Center (PAF LDC) at the Air Education and Training Command, Fernando Air Base, Lipa City, Batangas, from July 8 to 9, 2025.

The visit aimed to gain insights on the Philippine Air Force’s current leadership development initiatives, particularly those integrated into pre-entry training, career courses, and professional military education for both Officers and Non-Commissioned Officers.

As part of this visit, the AFPLDC team also conducted a survey across AETDC schools to gather feedback that will support the enhancement of leadership programs. The data collected will contribute to ongoing efforts to align leadership training with the demands of joint operations and to strengthen the overall mission effectiveness of the AFP.

AFPLDC conducts AFP Leadership Development Forum and AFPLDC Advisory Council Meeting

The Armed Forces of the Philippines Education, Training, and Doctrine Command (AFPETDC), through the AFP Leadership Development Center (AFPLDC) headed by Colonel Ronald Albert P. Genete, successfully facilitated the AFP Leadership Development Forum and AFPLDC Advisory Council Meeting. The events took place on June 13, 2025, at Rizal Hall, Jacinto Building, AFPETDC, Camp General Emilio Aguinaldo, Quezon City. MGEN FRANCISCO F. LORENZO JR. PA, Commander, AFPETDC, was also present at both the forum and the meeting, where he delivered a message. Sec. Carlito G. Galvez Jr., Chairman Emeritus of the AFPLDC Advisory Council, presided over the meeting.

The leadership forum was conducted as part of the Command's efforts to enhance collaboration among leadership centers. It aimed to foster the sharing of best practices, align initiatives with strategic objectives, and strengthen leadership development programs within the AFP. Heads of Major Service Leadership Development Centers and other educational training institutions attended the forum.

Furthermore, the council meeting aimed to foster involvement and responsiveness. Participants collectively discussed and made decisions on important matters concerning the development of a core of AFP leaders for continuous professional growth. The meeting was attended by Chairman Mr. Ariel Hernandez, Mr. Jacinto Gavino, DPA, Prof. Roderick De Castro, Prof. Jennifer Santiago-Oreta, PhD, and Dir. Josephine Codilla, PhD.

Under the leadership of MGEN LORENZO, the AFPETDC proudly supports strong partnerships with stakeholders, making other related activities on leadership possible in developing military leaders of the AFP.

ARAW NG KALAYAAN | Ngayong ika-127 Araw ng Kalayaan, kinikilala natin ang sakripisyo ng ating mga bayani at ang patuloy na pag-aalay ng sarili ng mga sundalo ng Sandatahang Lakas ng Pilipinas para sa isang malaya at matatag na bansa.

Patuloy ang AFP sa pagtatanggol sa ating kalayaan, pagtataguyod ng kinabukasan ng susunod na henerasyon, at pagpapanatili ng ating makasaysayang pamana.

Mabuhay ang ating Kalayaan!
Mabuhay ang Pilipinas!

Former AFP Leadership Development Center directors, BGEN ROMULO D QUEMADO II PN(M) and COMMO ANDRO VAL P ABAYON PN, delivered insightful leadership lectures to CGSC Class 76 at AFPETDC’s Manipula Hall.

ASoG and AFP Initiate Collaboration for Enhanced Officer Training and Education

In a significant move to enhance the professional development of its officers, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) is exploring a partnership with the Ateneo School of Government (ASoG). Led by ASoG Dean, Dr. Jennifer S. Oreta, and Maj Gen Francisco F. Lorenzo, Jr., PA, Commander of the AFP Education and Training Doctrine Command (AFPETDC), the two institutions discussed opportunities for collaboration through the development of a ladderized and customized leadership training and education tailored for the AFP.

Read full text: https://www.ateneo.edu/news/2025/06/10/asog-afp-initiate-collaboration-enhanced-officer-training-education

LABOR DAY | As the nation pauses to honor the backbone of our Republic, the Armed Forces of the Philippines stands shoulder to shoulder with every Filipino worker. We, the guardians of this land, witness firsthand the sweat and toil, the unwavering spirit poured into the very foundations of our progress.

The future of our nation is not etched in stone; it is molded by the collaborative spirit of every Filipino. Just as we stand united in the face of threats, let us stand united in the pursuit of a brighter tomorrow, where the dignity of labor is upheld, and the fruits of progress are shared by all.

ARAW NG KAGITINGAN | Sa araw na ito, ating inaalala ang mga bayaning nagbuwis ng buhay, at ang mga tumindig laban sa nakahihigit na puwersa. Ang kanilang sakripisyo ay patunay na ang pagmamahal at katapatan sa bayan ay ang mga katangiang nagbibigay-kahulugan sa ating pagiging Pilipino.

Nawa'y magsilbi ang araw na ito bilang isang buhay na panawagan ng pagkilos at pagkakaisa sa harap ng mga modernong pagsubok. Ang kalayaan at kapayapaan na kanilang ipinamana ay tungkulin nating ingatan at ipagtanggol para sa mga susunod pang hererasyon.