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

The 2-day training creates a powerful impact by equipping young people with hands-on technical skills and fostering creativity, innovation, and confidence. These trainings help bridge the digital divide, preparing youth for future careers in technology, design, and entrepreneurship while also enabling them to transform ideas into tangible outputs. By learning to operate advanced tools, they gain the capability to create solutions for real-world problems, develop community-bas

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

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𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐒𝐏𝐄𝐒 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐣𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲...

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 Understanding AI: The Effects of Artificial Intelligence in the Art Industry Workshop was a full-day event that addressed the growing impact of AI on the creative industries. By focusing on both the technical aspects of AI and the ethical considerations surrounding its use in art, the workshop provided a comprehensive exploration of how AI is transforming the art world. The program offered both theoretical insights and practical skills, empowering artists and creators to

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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.

It provided participants with a therapeutic art experience that fosters emotional well-being, creativity, and mindfulness. By exploring the natural world through the medium of watercolor, participants can reconnect with their surroundings and express their feelings in a supportive environment.

It empowered tertiary-level students to apply their technical knowledge to real-world sustainability challenges, specifically on how the City of Baguio could improve its soon-to-be-procured garbage trucks for more efficient solid waste transportation. Through interdisciplinary collaboration and design thinking, participants from different schools in Benguet were able to ideate and propose practical, context-responsive solutions for enhancing the city’s food waste collection s

It fosters knowledge enhancement, skill development, and professional growth. It provides a platform for sharing diverse ideas, inspiring future research, and facilitating interdisciplinary collaborations. Presenters and attendees benefit from opportunities to improve critical thinking, communication, and networking, often leading to new academic or professional connections. The event also builds confidence and a sense of achievement, particularly for those presenting their w

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Experience them to engage with their environment through the lenses of emotion and abstract shapes. By following prompts that invite them to interpret familiar and unfamiliar spaces creatively, participants discover new layers of meaning and connection within their surroundings. The experience fosters mindfulness, heightens awareness, and encourages self-reflection as they interact with the landscape and its emotional resonances. Upon returning to the Hub to express these ins

Fostering understanding, reducing stigma, and encouraging open discussions about mental health challenges. Attendees gain valuable insights into the importance of mental well-being, learn about coping strategies, and are introduced to resources that can support their mental health journey. Such forums can empower individuals to recognize symptoms, seek help when needed, and support others in their communities who may be struggling. By bringing people together in a safe space,