The inception workshop will have a transformative impact on participants by equipping them with a deeper understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), strengthening their capacity to align local planning and budgeting processes with global and national frameworks, and fostering collaboration across diverse stakeholder groups. Through interactive sessions, participants will gain practical insights into financing strategies, data-driven monitoring, and integration

Liwliwa Ya Sursuro (LYS) 2.0 demonstrates that building an innovative future for Baguio requires more than bright ideas—it calls for empowered youth, collaborative spaces, and a shared commitment to solving real community challenges. By giving young people the platform to analyze issues, design human-centered solutions, and test their concepts, the challenge nurtures a culture of creativity and critical thinking anchored in local realities. The event cultivates emerging leade

Over 150 passionate participants from various schools, organizations, and offices came together to reimagine the future of Baguio City through innovation and collaboration. Students, young professionals, and community advocates worked side by side with international and local coaches to tackle real-world challenges across six impact tracks: 🌾 Grow Baguio: Urban Agriculture 🎨 Culture & Craft: Entrepreneurship in a Creative City 🏢 Baguio Builds Green 🏙️ Reclaiming Spaces: P

A three-day train-the-coach workshop marked the beginning of something transformative for the City of Baguio. Trained by international coaches, various stakeholders—including educators, professionals, and innovation advocates—are now equipped with Impact Week’s Design Thinking methodologies to drive innovation and enhance education within their communities. This foundational training ensures the long-term sustainability of Impact Week Baguio City, made possible through the co

Building resilience in communities requires more than technical solutions; it demands inclusive participation, clear communication, and adaptive planning that empowers stakeholders to act decisively in times of crisis. By integrating disaster risk reduction strategies with climate change adaptation and continuity planning, institutions can safeguard essential services while fostering innovation and collaboration across sectors. This holistic approach ensures that resilience i

LIWLIWA YA SURSURO 2.0: BAGUIO YOUTH INNOVATION CHALLENGE IS HERE! We are calling all young innovators, leaders and dreamers from Baguio...

The National Youth Empowerment Circle (NYEC), in partnership with Dive Into Youth Organization, the City Government of Baguio, through the SIGLAT Baguio Youth Innovation Hub and other youth-led initiatives, proudly invites young leaders, advocates, and changemakers from across the region to the 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐋𝐮𝐳𝐨𝐧 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓, happening on June 28, 2025, at Ion Hotel, Ivory Hall, Baguio City, starting at 7:30 AM. With the theme "𝐕𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐂

🌈𝐒𝐈𝐆𝐋𝐀𝐓 𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐃𝐄: 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞 𝐒𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐲 🌈 The SIGLAT PRIDE program offered a vital platform for education, advocacy, and community-building centered on LGBTQ issues. An important insight gained is the critical role that knowledge and awareness play in dismantling stigma, whether related to HIV, gender identity, or mental health. The program underscored the importance of safe spaces wh

The event demonstrated Baguio’s proactive approach to transparently measuring and reporting its progress, reinforcing its role as a forward-thinking local government unit. The launch brought together a diverse group of stakeholders—including government officials, community and youth leaders, and representatives from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)—highlighting the city’s dedication to inclusive governance and multi-sectoral collaboration. This broad participa

𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗣 (𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆, 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁, 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆, 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲) – 𝗕𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗼 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 (𝗪𝗲 𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗸: 𝗨𝗽𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗹, 𝗗𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗹, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗻 𝗕𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗻) 𝗯𝘆 𝗖𝗣𝗗𝗦𝗢 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗜𝗚𝗟𝗔𝗧 - Baguio Youth Innovation Hub Last May 27–28, 2025, locals of various ages and backgrounds joined us in walking the slopes of Baguio for this year’s Jane's Walk — a global celebration of community, connection, and urban discovery inspired by Jane Jacobs

𝗠𝗘𝗖𝗛 𝗠𝗔𝗬𝗛𝗘𝗠 𝟮.𝟬: 𝗔 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗪𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 🤖🏁 What a showdown! On May 07, 2025, robots from the 1kg and 3kg categories brought the heat, the brains, and the brawn to the ring in an epic display of innovation and strategy. From fierce face-offs to unexpected takedowns, this year’s Mech Mayhem was a true celebration of engineering excellence and youth innovation. 🔧🔥 💥 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬: 𝟏𝐊�

The Empowering Communities on Sustainable Development and Low-Carbon Transition event was a full-day session that tackled pressing global challenges such as climate change and sustainable development. It emphasized the crucial role of the barangay, as the foundational unit of governance, in driving change through collective action. The idea that “the people themselves are the catalyst of change” underscored the notion that sustainable progress is not solely reliant on top-dow

The “Development and Finalization of Baguio City’s Voluntary Local Review Report: Validation Workshop for Baguio City VLR” is a full-day event bringing together a wide range of stakeholders committed to advancing the city's sustainable development goals. The Dialogue featured four main sessions: an overview of the SDGs and the Voluntary Local Review (VLR), overview of the VLR Findings where the UNDP presented the data they have collected, a Breakout Group where participants g

The “Focus Group Discussion: Deep Listening for Baguio City's Voluntary Local Review” is full-day event brought together a wide range of stakeholders committed to advancing the city's sustainable development goals. The Dialogue featured four main sessions: an overview of the SDGs and the Voluntary Local Review (VLR), deep listening where participants shared their thoughts on local challenges and opportunities, and a final session focused on discussing the outputs and their ke

It created a call to action for the SK Federation members, inspiring them to take responsibility and initiate positive change in Waste Management practices. By harnessing their innovative and creative mind, the youth were motivated to propose laws and programs targeting the root cause of improper waste management in Baguio City.

Various tools and software were introduced to support the development of Artificial Intelligence. This two-day workshop was structured...

Our youth engaged in meaningful dialogue, sharing ideas to create positive change in our community. They learned about the UN's 17 Sustainable Development Goals and how they can contribute to a better future.

It positively influences participants by enhancing their understanding of current topics, methodologies, and innovations in their fields. It provides a valuable space for exchanging ideas, receiving constructive feedback, and exploring interdisciplinary approaches. Participants often leave with improved presentation and critical thinking skills, as well as a renewed motivation for future research endeavors. Additionally, the event fosters meaningful connections with peers, ex

It fostered the creativity of STEM students and Engineering students through the spirit of Competition, collaboration, and competence. It also promotes STEM education and community outreach in Baguio City. It developed the Engineering Talent present in Baguio City through competitiveness and competence.

It explores how digital innovation processes can be leveraged to drive and create sustainable development opportunities across various industries and sectors.