THE PHILIPPINE LEADER
Rising Up Together: Breaking Boundaries, Building Hope JCI RISE depicts communityhumanitarian relief efforts for affected communities during the COVID-19 pandemic and victims of crisis such as the Taal Volcano eruption. These challenges have awakened the spirit of ‘modern-day bayanihan (cooperative undertaking)’. From individual citizens to private firms alike, we have all provided help, support and resources to augment government efforts to curb the spread of the coronavirus disease, as well as mitigate its impact to the public. JCI Silang Cattleya and its members to move towards the goal of “Rising Up Together: Breaking Boundaries, Building Hope”. This program aimed to translate our vision of a well-being economy into action and to help build the resilience of communities to the economic fallout. These were our efforts: In light of the Taal Volcano eruption, JCI Silang Cattleya also offered support groups and pocket sessions with displaced victims. Together with JCI Silang Pasimuno and other members from Area 3, JCI Silang Cattleya was instrumental in the planning and execution of the relief efforts to these communities. We also played a role in helping out the local executives of Silang in choosing key evacuation centers for certain demographics.
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In terms of livelihood, Be Vocal for Local campaign was an on-line group page designed to feature local talents, sellers, and food delivery people. This campaign supported the local community of Iba Silang Cavite whose livelihoods were greatly affected by the Enhanced Community Quarantine brought by the COVID-19 health crisis. Additionally, JCI Silang Cattleya facilitated distribution of the Mom’s Love bags. This group immediately called for help in dealing with the current situation to support the most vulnerable sector which consists of pregnant and lactating mothers. It is time to rise to our full potential as leaders, to meet challenges with innovation, and to lift each other up. Through the Rising Up Together: Breaking Boundaries and Building Hope program, our campaigns and initiatives support the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals by promoting local products and services in a way that can uplift and boost the economy. Let us aim to promote more community and humanitarian projects in Rebuild, Invest, Sustain and Evolve towards ONE Future for ALL. Indeed, JCI definitely Cares for us to RISE.
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