An awards program, setting off a strong movement for youth empowerment, was launched for the first district of Bohol.
The 2024 Pasidungog sa Pagdumala Awards for youth leaders and youth organizations was formally launched on October 29, 2024.
Cong. Edgar Chatto in partnership with the Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) Bohol Provincial Federation and the Philippine Center of Young Leaders in Governance (PCYLG) spearheaded the launching activity.
Chatto, himself an award winning youth leader, said the campaign was initiated to inspire the younger generation starting with the first district.
He stated that although recognition is not the aim of leadership, it plays a vital role in pushing for excellence.
“Inspiration moves people into action,” he added, citing the need to instill love of country, volunteerism, effecting change and making a positive impact in the community through youth empowerment.
Themed “Communities Help Achieve Transparent and Transformational Organizations,” the awards program honors young leaders and organizations within the first district of Bohol in order to inspire the young generation to become actively involved in the community.
This is in recognition of the transformative power of exemplary leadership, innovative practices and significant community impact.
The awards program is open to youth leaders and organizations across various sectors including school based, church based, community based, sectoral based and government affiliated youth organizations.
It comprises 10 categories such as Outstanding Young Leader or Pasidungog sa Pagdumala for Business and Entrepreneurship, Government Service, Student Leaders, Young Professionals, Community Service, Church Leaders, Art, Culture and Heritage, Sports, Environmental Advocate and Digital Communications.
A Pasidungog sa Pagdumala Most Outstanding Youth Leader will be chosen from among the ten awardees.
Pasidungog sa Pagdumala for Youth Leaders must be aged 15-30 years, a resident of the First District of Bohol and nominated by a Boholano/local resident. He or she must have demonstrated significant leadership in organizing and implementing programs or projects within their community or sector.
Along with the completed nomination form submitted by a Boholano/local resident, the program requires a detailed profile of the nominee, including personal background, leadership experience, and notable achievements. It must also include at least two testimonials from community members, beneficiaries, or peers, attesting to the nominee’s impact and leadership qualities.
There should be a 1-minute video introducing the nominee and his/her track record.
Meanwhile, Categories for Outstanding Youth Organizations are Pasidungog sa Pagdumala for Health and Sanitation, Education and Culture, Agriculture and Livelihood, Tourism and Environment and Information Technology and Innovation.
A Pasidungog sa Pagdumala Most Outstanding Youth Organization will also be chosen from among the 5 awardees.
Pasidungog sa Pagdumala for Youth Organizations must be a recognized youth organization by their sector or institution (e.g., school, church, community, government) with program/ project/ activities implemented in the first district of Bohol.
They must also be an existing organization for a minimum of two (2) years and demonstrated innovation in their initiatives, empowering the youth, and promoting sustainability.
Program Entries must have been implemented from 2019- present.
Nominations for the awards are now open until December 31 this year. The selection process will be in January and the Awarding Ceremonies in mid February.
The launching activity was graced by SK President Lawrence Ancla, SK municipal federation presidents, youth sector representatives from the academe, church groups, civic clubs, Boy Scouts, Red Cross Youth, community based youth groups as well as former Kabataang Barangay officials.