每日大赛网址首页进入 (CvSU), through its Gender and Development Resource Center (GADRC) headed by Dr. Ma. Cynthia Rundina- Dela Cruz, successfully conducted the seminar titled 鈥淎dolescent Pregnancy Symposium鈥� on December 4, 2025, at Tanza National Comprehensive High School (TNCHS).
This activity is part of the University鈥檚 Gender and Development initiatives and supports the global commitment to Sustainable Development Goal 5 鈥� Achieve Gender Equality and Empower All Women and Girls.
The Advanced Adolescent Health and Development (AHD) strategy seeks to empower adolescents to prevent early pregnancies, thereby enhancing their opportunities to realize their full potential and life aspirations. It also aims to capacitate teachers as key agents of change, enabling them to guide students in making informed and responsible decisions regarding their sexuality and personal development.
Dr. Florencio C. Costa, Principal of TNCHS, warmly welcomed the students and teachers who participated in the symposium. In his message, he highlighted the importance of the strong linkage between TNCHS and CvSU in addressing critical gaps in student awareness and development. Dr. Costa emphasized that partnerships with higher education institutions play a vital role in providing learners with access to expert knowledge, relevant programs, and capacity-building initiatives.
To introduce the topic, Ms. Cheryl Marie A. Malayang from CPD鈥揅ALABARZON began her presentation with a simple English鈥揟agalog translation activity focusing on key terms relevant to the discussion. This approach helped establish a clear understanding of the concepts and encouraged active participation among the students of TNCHS. Throughout the session, the learners enthusiastically engaged in the various interactive activities prepared by the resource speaker, fostering an environment of openness and dialogue. In her discussion, Ms. Malayang emphasized the importance of understanding the factors surrounding adolescent pregnancy, highlighting its implications on health, education, and overall well-being.
To formally close the activity, Dr. Dela Cruz, GADRC Director, expressed her sincere appreciation to TNCHS and its administration for their continued partnership with CvSU. She acknowledged the school鈥檚 commitment to advancing the welfare and awareness of its students by providing opportunities for meaningful discussions on important topics such as adolescent health and development. Dr. Dela Cruz emphasized that collaborations like this strengthen the shared mission of both institutions to equip young learners with the knowledge and values they need to make informed decisions and lead empowered lives. (by Lynnette M. Tecson)
