Co-organized by UNESCO-APCEIU and Pangasinan State University- Bayambang Campus in partnership with the Local Government Unit of Bayambang, representatives from the seventy-seven barangays and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) of Bayambang, Pangasinan actively participated in the launch and opening of โProject LINGAP: Promoting Global Citizenship Education to Build a Culture of Peace in the Role of Local Government Units (LGUs) and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK).” The training workshop was held at the St. Vincent Ferrer Pavilion, Bayambang, Pangasinan, and will run from October 19, November 9, 16, and 23, 2024.
Mr. John Joseph D. Zarate, Project Leader and University Director for Continuing Professional Development opened the session with his talk on โGloCal Citizen: Opportunities and Challenges,โ where he provided an overview of Global Citizenship Education (GCED) and highlighted the significance of fostering a culture of peace. “It is my fervent hope that through this project, the LGU and SK member participants will gain a deeper understanding of the visions and goals of GCED to build a culture of peace and be motivated to implement what they learn in their future programs and activities as elected barangay LGU and SK officials,” Director Zarate added.
Local dignitaries such as Hon. Marianne Cheska Dulay, President of the SK Federation, Hon. Rodelito Bautista, President of the Association of Barangay Captains, and Hon. Ray Hope Bancolita, Local Youth Development Officer, also addressed the audience, sharing their insights on the vital role of local leadership in promoting peace and development.
The project received the support of esteemed university officials, including Dr. Elbert M. Galas, University President, Dr. Ian D. Evangelista, Vice President of Local and International Affairs, Dr. Cristeta C. Dulos, Director for Global Citizenship Education, Dr. Gudelia M. Samson, Campus Executive Director of PSU Bayambang, and Hon. Mary Clare Judith Phyllis Jose-Quiambao, Municipal Mayor of Bayambang, who all in support on reinforcing the importance of global citizenship and peace education in today’s society.
It is worth mentioning that the General Education Department of Bayambang led by Dr. Vemma Mae G. Olivar together with the GE Society, the youth organization of the department, serve as strong partners in the implementation of this remarkable project.
The event, which will resume on November 9, aims to provide youth leaders and local government officials with valuable insights on how they can promote global citizenship education, peace education, and sustainable development within their communities, thereby fostering a culture of peace and progress in Bayambang and beyond.
