Project Aytalakad Ing Lahi

The Project Ayatalakad Ing Lahi team extends its warmest belated birthday greetings to the Head of Culture Knowledge Awareness Education, 𝑫𝒓. 𝑹𝒂𝒇𝒇𝒚 𝑺. 𝑨𝒈𝒂𝒏𝒐𝒏.

Your leadership in advancing Culture Knowledge Awareness in Education continues to inspire meaningful work that honors the lived realities and rich cultural heritage of Indigenous Peoples. One that recognizes Indigenous communities not only as keepers of knowledge but as vital, active contributors to our shared cultural and historical landscape.

May your year ahead be filled with continued purpose, strength, and fulfillment as you lead initiatives that create lasting impact and understanding. Thank you for your dedication and commitment with the Project Aytalakad Ing Lahi.

Wishing you happiness, good health, and more success in the years to come.

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𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐃𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐀𝐘𝐓𝐀𝐋𝐀𝐊𝐀𝐃 𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐋 𝐌𝐈𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍 2026

Health is a fundamental human right and a key indicator of sustainable development. Poor health threatens the rights of children to education, limits economic opportunities for men and women and increases poverty within communities and countries around the world. Aligned with this, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗔𝘆𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗸𝗮𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 2026. One of the Sustainable Development Goals addressed of the Project Aytalakad Ing Lahi is the SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being, aiming to ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for everyone at all ages by tackling major health priorities.

With this, 𝗱𝘂𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝘂𝗲𝗹 𝗵𝗶𝗸𝗲, 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘂𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗴𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗮𝘆𝘂𝗸𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝗴𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗮 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝘂𝗲𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝗸 𝗴𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗮𝘆𝘂𝗸𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘅𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗹𝘆 50 𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀. Thus, 𝘄𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗹𝘆 𝘀𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝘂𝗲𝗹 𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲. Any amount will greatly help in covering the fuel expenses for the vehicle traveling to Sitio Manabayukan, in support of the Aeta Mag-Antsi community for the Medical Mission 2026, at Sitio Manabayukan, Capas, Tarlac. In addition, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗸𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗻-𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆.

𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗱𝗼𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀, you may message the official page Project Aytalakad Ing Lahi, or contact Mr. Romer Madrid, Project Staff via MS TEAMS at [email protected]/09674360574, or Dr. Francelle Calub at [email protected]. You may also visit the CASS Extension Office on the 2nd Floor of Smith Hall.

Donations will be accepted until April 30, 2026.

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𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬:
📩 : [email protected]
📩 : [email protected]

𝐌𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐀𝐘𝐀𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐖 𝐍𝐆 𝐊𝐀𝐁𝐀𝐁𝐀𝐈𝐇𝐀𝐍

Bilang bahagi ng isang komunidad at samahan na patuloy na naglalayon para sa pantay na karapatan at patas na trato sa ating lipunan, hindi lamang isang babae ang ating kinikilala, kundi isang 𝗕𝗔𝗕𝗔𝗘𝗡𝗚 𝗺𝗮𝘆 𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗴𝗮𝗻, 𝗺𝗮𝘆 𝗶𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗹𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗻, 𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝘆 𝗯𝗼𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗮 𝘀𝗮 𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗹𝗶𝗽𝘂𝗻𝗮𝗻.

Nakikiisa ang Project Aytalakad Ing Lahi sa pagkilala at pagbibigay-pugay sa mahalagang papel ng bawat kababaihan sa pagtataguyod ng isang ligtas, patas, at inklusibong lipunan. Hindi lamang ito sa pangkaraniwang antas, kundi pati na rin sa lipunang kinabibilangan ng ating mga babaeng kapatid na Ayta.

Sa temang “𝑾𝑬 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝑮𝒆𝒏𝒅𝒆𝒓 𝑬𝒒𝒖𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒚 & 𝑰𝒏𝒄𝒍𝒖𝒔𝒊𝒗𝒆 𝑺𝒐𝒄𝒊𝒆𝒕𝒚,” binibigyang-diin nito ang pagsulong ng pagkakapantay-pantay ng kasarian na sumasaklaw sa 𝗦𝗗𝗚 5 𝗼 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆. Kaugnay nito ang pagkilala at pagpapahalaga sa mahalagang papel ng mga kababaihan, kabilang ang mga kababaihang mula sa Indigenous Peoples (IPs), sa pagpapanatili ng kanilang kultura, kaalaman, at tradisyon sa kanilang komunidad.

Patuloy ang Project Aytalakad sa pagsasagawa ng mga hakbang at proyekto na naglalayong palakasin ang kakayahan at partisipasyon ng bawat kababaihan sa komunidad ng mga Aeta Mag-Antsi sa Sitio Manabayukan.

Nawa ang selebrasyon na ito ay magbigay lalim sa bawat isipan upang ang kahalagahan ng bawat kababaihan ay higit pang maunawaan, makilala, at mapahalagahan sa lahat ng larangan ng lipunan. Nawa rin itong magsilbing paalala na ang kababaihan, kabilang ang mga mula sa iba’t ibang komunidad at kultura, ay may mahalagang papel sa paghubog ng mas makatarungan at inklusibong lipunan.

𝐁𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐞 𝐤𝐚, 𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐢 𝐛𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐞 𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐠. 💜

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𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬:
📩 : [email protected]
📩 : [email protected]

𝐖𝐞 𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐤, 𝐰𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐞, 𝐰𝐞 𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞.

Today, February 21, marks the celebration of International Mother Language Day with the theme Youth Voices on Multilingual Education. According to the United Nations, International Mother Language Day was first proclaimed by UNESCO and later adopted by the UN General Assembly, highlighting the important role of languages in promoting inclusivity and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.

Young people play a crucial role in revitalising languages by integrating in daily conversations and making linguistic diversity more visible. Studies show that nearly 40% of learners worldwide still do not have access to education in a language they understand best, disproportionately affecting indigenous, migrant, and minority youth (UNESCO, 2021).

Due to the rapid advancement of technology, profound changes have emerged in the field of multilingualism. In this generation, language is not merely an approach to social reality; it serves as a fundamental foundation of education, reinforcing the deep connection between identity and support for learners’ languages.

Through 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐀𝐲𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐤𝐚𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐚𝐡𝐢, we continue our goals and objectives of revitalising the language of the Aeta Mag-Antsi community, aiming to restore and preserve endangered and marginalised languages and cultures at risk of being lost. Through various initiatives which addressed Sustainable Development Goals 4, 10, 16 and 17 such as community engagement, education, and cultural activities, the project seeks to revive and strengthen the use of traditional languages and cultural practices among community members.

Multilingual education not only promotes inclusive societies but also supports in preserving non-dominant, minority, and indigenous languages. It is a an opportunity in achieving equitable access to education and lifelong learning for all.

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𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬:
📩 : [email protected]
📩 : [email protected]

𝑻𝒉𝒊𝒔 𝑽𝒂𝒍𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒔, 𝒘𝒆 𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒓𝒂𝒊𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒂𝒓𝒅. 💚🧡💙

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𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐟-𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐏𝐥𝐮𝐬 𝐏𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐞 2 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐊𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐀𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐞𝐭𝐚 𝐌𝐚𝐠-𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐬𝐢 𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬

Following the successful implementation of Self-Help Plus last year, which included three sessions focused on stress management introduction, core concepts, and values, the Culturally Relevant Guidance and Counseling Component conducted Self-Help Plus Phase 2 Session 4 on January 31, 2026. This phase consists of two sessions that complete the five-day training program developed by the World Health Organization.

The continuation aims to enable community members to fully acquire skills and knowledge in managing stress through evidence-based strategies that support mental health and overall well-being.

The session was led by the component head, Mr. Daniel T. Dizon, with the participation of student volunteers from the Department of Psychology and Human Services. The student volunteers facilitated group discussions, activities, and grounding exercises focused on integrating kindness into daily life. The activity was attended by members of the Aeta Mag-Antsi community.

Mr. Dizon opened the program with a message of gratitude on behalf of the team, emphasizing the value of the session in promoting holistic well-being. He stated, “Sa kabuuan po ng ating gagawin, ito po ay makatutulong sa ating buhay, kalusugan, sikolohikal at pangkalahatang kapakanan.” The activity forms part of the ongoing initiative of Project Aytalakad Ing Lahi, which continues to strengthen mental health support among community members.

Session four of the five-day training program centered on kindness as both a personal and collective practice. Anchored in the Self-Help Plus framework, the discussion emphasized how kindness supports psychological well-being by fostering compassion, empathy, and connectedness.

Ms. Roella Hinayon, a psychology student, opened the discussion with a short grounding exercise to help participants breathe, acknowledge their feelings and thoughts, and reconnect with the present moment. She also provided a recap of the previous sessions, highlighting their connection to the current discussion. This was followed by a discussion led by Ms. Princess Sulay on unhooking from unkind thoughts and feelings. She emphasized that, “The more you get hooked by these thoughts, the more difficult it will be to act on your values.” A paper-based activity allowed participants to recall harsh self-judgments and practice unhooking from them.

Ms. Honey Cosme further discussed befriending others, highlighting that small acts of kindness can make a meaningful difference, especially for individuals experiencing difficulties. She noted that even simple gestures, such as placing a kind hand on someone’s shoulders, can offer support.

Building on this discussion, Jameson Javelle Mena focused on befriending oneself, emphasizing that “the kinder and more caring and supportive you are to your self, the more energy and motivation you will have to help or care for others.” He highlighted self-kindness as a vital foundation for extending kindness to others.

Ms. Jucelle Anin then introduced problem-solving as a practical way of applying self-kindness. She reminded participants that while not all problems can be solved, choosing value-guided responses helps reduce suffering, strengthens self-understanding, and enables individuals to relate to others with greater compassion and patience.

The session concluded with a final exercise facilitated by Ms. Eunice Ann Rosete, which utilized grounding and unhooking skills to help participants live according to their values and show kindness to others. This was followed by a reflection-sharing discussion among community members.

Ms. Gloria Willam shared, “Bilang lingkod ng Diyos, nakikita ko po mismo sa kinikilos ng nakakausap kaya ako na po mismo ang magtatanong sa kaniya at magbibigay ng payo.” Nanay Nenita William expressed, “Bilang komadrona ng katutubo, iyong kabutihan na matulungan sila sa panganganak.” Nanay Jovelyn added, “Kapag may gustong humingi ng tulong papunta ng hospital dahil hindi lahat kaya, kami po mismo ang tutulong.”

The session concluded by reminding community members to consistently practice kindness and reflect on their actions. The final session of the five-day training program will focus on learning how to open up and make room for difficult thoughts and feelings.

Report by Romer Madrid
Photos by COESSE - TSU The Psychological Society

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𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬:
📩 : [email protected]
📩 : [email protected]

Happy Birthday, 𝐃𝐫. 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞 𝐋. 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐛!
Associate Professor
Overall Project Head, Aytalakad Ing Lahi
Department Head, Volunteerism Management

On this special day, the team and Sitio Manabayukan community warmly extend our heartfelt greetings to a truly inspiring, dedicated, and committed educator. Your love for education and volunteerism continues to shape young minds, uplifting the essence of volunteerism and excellence across various fields.

You have contributed meaningfully not only those students you teach but also the community you touch, become an integral part of the collective goal toward societal change, and continue to make a lasting impact in your chosen field.

May your birthday be filled with love, good health, and the same passion that you so generously share with your students, colleagues and beneficiary every day.

Here's to another year of remarkable achievements and meaningful impact! 🎉

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𝑺𝒕𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝒍𝒆𝒔𝒔, 𝑳𝒊𝒗𝒆 𝑴𝒐𝒓𝒆 🔱

Project Aytalakad presents the 𝑷𝒉𝒂𝒔𝒆 2 of five-day 𝗦𝗲𝗹𝗳-𝗛𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝗣𝗹𝘂𝘀 training program by the World Health Organization titled Self-Help Plus. A stress management course for large group of people consists of sessions. Empowering individuals with practical, evidence-based strategies to manage stress, improve emotional well-being, and build resilience.

The program consists of five sessions involving student-volunteers from the Department of Psychology and Human Services, supervised and facilitated by faculty extensionists in collaboration with Peace Corps Volunteers. This initiative serves as a step toward a stepped-care program, addressing the growing need for accessible and scalable stress-management solutions, especially in low-resource or crisis-affected settings.

Join Aytalakad Ing Lahi on January 31, 2026 for Session 4 and on February 9, 2026 for its Session 5 with the Aeta Mag-Antsi community, breaking barriers, reducing stress-related burdens, and promoting psychological well-being in Sitio Manabayukan, Capas, Tarlac.

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𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬:
📩 : [email protected]
📩 : [email protected]

Project Aytalakad Ing Lahi remains committed to revitalization of language and culture of the Aeta Mag-Antsi community in Sitio Manabayukan through its various components addressing problems in major areas of concerns.

These efforts are led by dedicated project components and supported by our partner community, organizations, faculty extensionists, and student volunteers who conducted sustainable community development activities, share skills and services, impart knowledge, and provide essential resources in every activity with the community.

Throughout the year, the project has strengthened its purpose and goals, as proven by these accomplishments that highlight cultural representation, foster empowerment and unity, and promote shared responsibility toward sustainability and the preservation of culture and identity.

We proudly present the 2025 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐀𝐲𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐤𝐚𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐚𝐡𝐢, covering the period from January to December 2025.

As we enter the fourth year of this project in 2026, our shared and collective goals and efforts remain consistent as we continue to work more deeply toward achieving the project’s most significant outcomes.

Board by Romer Madrid

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𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬:
📩 : [email protected]
📩 : [email protected]

Warmest birthday greetings to the committed and ever supportive Component Head of Culturally-Based Curriculum Development, 𝑫𝒓. 𝑴𝒚𝒓𝒆𝒍 𝑴. 𝑺𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒊𝒂𝒈𝒐. 🥳

May your special day be filled with grand wishes and meaningful happiness, reflecting the collective effort to preserve the indigenous knowledge of the Aeta Mag-Antsi in Sitio Manabayukan through language curriculum.

Love,
Project Ayatalakad Ing Lahi Team

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Warmest birthday greetings to the dedicated and hardworking, Project Staff, 𝑴𝒓. 𝑹𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒓 𝑴𝒂𝒅𝒓𝒊𝒅. 🥳

May your special day be filled with grand wishes and meaningful happiness. Continue to connect and communicate every stories to inspire and uplift us all.

Love,
Project Ayatalakad Ing Lahi Team

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𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐡𝐲𝐬𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐢𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐀𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐞𝐭𝐚 𝐌𝐚𝐠-𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐬𝐢 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬

In pursuit of strengthening wellness and physical fitness, the Sports Component of Project Ayatalakad Ing Lahi conducted Aytalakad Ing Lahi: La Liga Manabayukan on December 20, 2025. The activity aimed to introduce knowledge in sports, strengthen holistic growth and development, and foster a sustained healthy lifestyle among the Aeta Mag-Antsi community.

Through this initiative, the program enhanced skill development, strengthened community building, integrated physical fitness, and supported a strong sense of belonging. It brought the Aeta Mag-Antsi into shared and collective experiences that empowered the community to connect, grow, and actively participate.

The activity was led by Prof. Rodel Macasaquit, Sports Component Head, Dr. Francelle L. Calub, Overall Project Head, together with faculty extensionists from the Bachelor of Physical Education (BPE) under the College of Education and lecturers from the National Service Training Program (NSTP) Department. The event was also joined by student-volunteers from the Bachelor of Elementary Education (BEED), Capas Campus, who facilitated various activities for the children of Sitio Manabayukan.

Mr. Nelson Corpuz and Mr. Nestor Bautista, faculty members from the BPE program, led the basketball session participated in by Aeta Mag-Antsi youth and adults. The discussion highlighted the fundamentals of basketball, focusing on the officiating signals and techniques such as shooting, dribbling, passing, and basic defense. It further underscored values such as discipline and positive behavior that participants could develop through engagement in sports.

Following the session, a ceremonial turnover of basketball equipment was led by Prof. Macasaquit to the community, represented by Sitio Captain Orlando Gutierrez. In addition, Prof. Macasaquit shared that future activities will include training through guided drills and demonstrations to help the youth establish body control and mental stability, as well as an Inter-Team Basketball Competition for the community scheduled next year in support of sports development.

Moreover, BEED student-volunteers led various activities such as face painting, storytelling, and a community feeding program for the children, providing a space for self-expression. These activities encouraged positive reinforcement and social interaction that support emotional well-being, confidence, and physical wellness.

The Sports Component concluded the event with a meaningful closing that fostered community spirit and generosity through a gift-giving activity provided by the student volunteers and faculty. Through this gesture, community members received not only tangible items but also a sense of care and support that positively impacted their social well-being.

Report by Romer Madrid
Photos by BEED NSTP Students, Capas Campus

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𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬:
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