shuddering scars

se numbers don’t even tell the whole story.

There have been increasing instances of unreported VAW cases as a result of lockdown restrictions which have only recently started to ease.

It is through these charity events that seemingly small donations can make a big impact on someone like Yuka.

At the same time, the students are able to spread awareness about shelters that aims to give a voice to the silenced and abused.

Wounds heal, scars remain

In her two years of residence at the center, Yuka was able to finish the 8th and 9th grade at a national vocational high school. Many of her skills, most notably her ability to read in the English language, has significantly improved.

“I’m really eager and inspired to finish my studies. I dream of becoming a police officer one day so that I can arrest criminals like my father,” proudly claimed Yuka.

In all aspects, she was a survivor. She was able to triumph in spite of all the odds that were stacked against her. Now, she is headed toward a bright future.

The school’s charity donation event during the Christmas of 2022 was not just about the donations collected. It brought the community closer together, instilled important values of giving back and caring for others, and revived hope during challenging times, especially for people born into unfavorable circumstances.

It also served as a reminder that even in times of uncertainty, the simplest acts of kindness can restore faith in humanity and make a real difference in the lives of those in need. ■

Police warns drivers vs reckless driving near campus streets

By HANNAH LOIS MARONILLA

THE LOCAL POLICE have warned motorists to slow down while cruising the roads near the campus.

This was after Tuburan village, where the campus was situated, recorded its highest number of occurence of vehicular traffic accidents on the first quarter of the year.

From the Public Saftey Index Report of the PNP, there was a 10.5% increase compared from the reports on the first quarter, last year from 51 to 71 cases.

Upon crime mapping, it was revealed that the hotspot of traffic accidents was in Tuburan.

It was also discovered from the floor tile that the highest number of cases occurs mostly during rush hours.

Police Master Sergeant Herbert Razo, operation Police Non-Commissioned Officer (PNCO) highlighted that the increase of these incidents was due to the resurgence of traffic after the loosening of restrictions.

“This is why we also need to heighten the requirements on getting driver’s licenses,” Razo stated.

According to Razo, the police have been working on the installation of surveillance cameras in urban and rural areas to aid in monitoring and investigation on traffic affairs.

Razo said that the agency has also been pushing through road safety seminars to educate the students on how to use the road.

Aside from the seminars, he also emphasized the appropriateness of the signages on the road.

“Proper signages are crucial for the motorists and other road users to be aware of proper execution on the road,” he said.

Road markings were also mentioned that needs to be focused on by the police.

“On our part, we have been focusing on the proactive and preventive missions,” he said.

Razo stated that they are continuing to enhance police presence, enforcement of laws and ordinances in lieu of traffic laws to prevent traffic accidents.

”We also conduct ’Oplan Sita’ on motorists driving without a helmet and without their license,” he said. ■