31/03/2026
On March 27, 2026, the Associacion Polis Scire (APS), in partnership with the Office of Student Services and Affairs (OSSA), successfully conducted Pananagutang Salettino 3: Pagtindig para sa Bata at Kababaihan at the Banquet Hall, CPD Building, University of La Salette, Inc.
With the theme โMulatin ang Kamalayan, Panindigan ang Karapatan,โ the program served as a meaningful celebration of Womenโs Month and a response to the Commission on Higher Educationโs call to strengthen Gender and Development (GAD) initiatives in higher education institutions.
The event brought together Salettinian students for a morning of learning and awareness, made possible through the collaboration of APS, OSSA, the College of Arts and Sciences Student Council (CAS SC), Junior Social Workers' Association of the Philippines โ ULS Chapter (JSWAP), ULS Psychological Society (PsySoc), and the La Salette Pananagutan Center (LSPC).
The program formally opened with inspiring remarks from Mr. Bernard Joseph L. Ariola, LPT, CHRA, followed by an informative discussion on GAD University Guidelines and Processes by Mr. Limuel Arjay A. Esteban, MBA.
Atty. Princess Zarah Mae C. Topiรฑio delivered a comprehensive discussion on key laws protecting women and children, including the Safe Spaces Act (RA 11313) and the Magna Carta of Women (RA 9710). This was complemented by an insightful session on Mental Health Awareness for Women by Ms. Shaina Mae S. Bermudez, Rpsy, Rpm, CHRA, emphasizing the importance of psychological well-being and supportive spaces.
Adding inspiration to the program, JSWAP Chairperson Monique Rosendo delivered a heartfelt intermission performance through her rendition of โThis Is Me,โ reminding everyone of the power of self-acceptance, courage, and standing firm in oneโs identity.