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The Golden Z Club of Laguna is a 14--time winner of the Emma Conlon International Award for Service; the Z Club is a 5-time winner.

Both clubs are sponsored by Zonta Club of Laguna, Philippines

26/05/2026

🌱 𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗮 𝗗𝘂𝗺𝗽𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗮 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿: 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑳𝑰𝑵𝑮𝑨𝑷 𝒁𝒐𝒏𝒕𝒂 𝑪𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝑹𝒆-𝑶𝒑𝒆𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈 🏡✨
True service begins when we step beyond ourselves to uplift others. On May 22, 2026, that spirit came alive again at Sitio Balimbing, the adopted community of Saint Michael’s College of Laguna and the Zonta Club of Laguna.
What stands today as the LINGAP Zonta Center began as something far more humble. In 2012, this very site was a dumpsite. Through the benevolence and generosity of the Garcia sisters, it was transformed and inaugurated on December 9, 2012, as the Milagros Limaco Community Center—a place of hope for families in Sitio Balimbing.
Over the years, the “kubo” grew with the community. On May 22, it was re-opened and blessed as the LINGAP Zonta Center, marking a milestone in SMCL’s 50th Jubilee and its commitment to service.
The newly renovated center now serves 120 families with a safer playground and improved facilities for livelihood training, learning, and play. At the heart of this relaunch was the activation of Project EARN Phase 2, giving residents access to livelihood and skills programs, and improved living conditions that create real pathways to dignity and self-reliance.
This transformation was made possible through the collaborative effort of the LINGAP SMCL Foundation, SMCL’s Community Extension Services Unit, our student volunteers, and our partners: the San Antonio Barangay Office and the Zonta Club of Laguna.
Biñan City Mayor Gel Alonte, San Antonio Punong Barangay Michael Moro Gonzales and Sanggunian, Alagang Len Chairperson Len Alonte, Zonta Club of Laguna President and Representative Ann Matibag, Zonta Area 5 Director Susan Lim, LINGAP Foundation Chairperson Armita Rufino, and Executive Director Andrea Sese Relucio graced the celebration. Mayor Gel announced that he would look into SMCL’s appeal to adopt Sitio Balimbing as a priority community for coordinated action.
🌟From a dumpsite to a community center—this is what happens when partnership meets purpose.
𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗔𝗣 𝗭𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿.❤️💙🤍✨

17/05/2026

We are a club for future leaders. And as future leaders, we know that:

📍 Justice delayed is justice denied.
📍 Running from the law is not "strength."
📍 Public funds are for the people, not for keeping power.

We stand for women who lead with a clean heart and open hands. Anything less is just greed. ⚖️✨

15/05/2026

𝗦𝗘𝗜𝗭𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗣𝗢𝗪𝗘𝗥 𝗢𝗙 𝗭: 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗧𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗧𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄! ✨

Hey, Michaeleans and fellow Biñanenses!🩷

As women and student leaders, we know that true empowerment starts with representation. When we vote, we don’t just choose a name; we choose the future of our communities, our health, and our rights.

The deadline for Voter Registration is May 18, 2026. Don’t let this opportunity pass—let’s ensure our voices are heard in the upcoming elections!

📍 Where to register in Biñan:Office of the Election Officer (COMELEC) South Gate, Alonte Sports Arena, New City Hall Complex, Brgy. Zapote, Biñan City, Laguna.

⏰ Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Monday to Saturday)

Let’s lead the way to a better tomorrow. Register now!

24/04/2026

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐜𝐲

Last April 21, 2026, the SMCL Golden Z Club, together with LINGAP SMCL, student leaders from various SMCL organizations, the SMCL faculty and staff, and our college president, Dr. Lourdes Almeda-Sese, journeyed to the heart of the Sierra Madre at the UP Laguna-Quezon Land Grant to celebrate Earth Day through a meaningful tree planting activity.

Standing in what is known as the “backbone of Luzon,” we were reminded of how vital the Sierra Madre is—not just as a breathtaking landscape filled with towering trees, but as a natural shield that protects countless communities from strong typhoons and devastating storms. Walking through its forested slopes, feeling the cool air, and witnessing the richness of life around us made the experience deeply meaningful and humbling.

More than planting trees, we planted hope—hope for a greener future, for stronger protection against climate challenges, and for a generation that values and safeguards our environment. This Earth Day, we didn’t just celebrate—we connected with the very lifeline that sustains and protects us. 🌏🌱

02/04/2026

𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝘿𝙄𝘾𝙏𝙄𝙊𝙉𝘼𝙍𝙔 𝙊𝙁 𝙎𝙏𝙍𝙀𝙉𝙂𝙏𝙃. 📖✨

Society has a habit of using "hasty" labels to describe women who are simply owning their space. But this Women’s Month, we are crossing out the stereotypes and writing the truth. ✍️

What the world calls ~~bossy~~, we know is EMPOWERED.

What they call ~~difficult~~, we know is ASSERTIVE.

What they call ~~emotional~~, we know is PASSIONATE.

What they call ~~intimidating~~, we know is INSPIRING.

We are tired of being defined by words that try to shrink our impact. Today, we reclaim our narrative. We are giving ourselves the authority to lead, the confidence to claim our rights, and the power to redefine what is possible. 💜

𝙎𝙩𝙤𝙥 𝙙𝙚𝙨𝙘𝙧𝙞𝙗𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙪𝙨 𝙝𝙖𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙡𝙮. 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙩 𝙨𝙚𝙚𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙪𝙨 𝙘𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙡𝙮.

01/04/2026

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐰𝐞 𝐝𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐰𝐚𝐥𝐤 𝐢𝐭 𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐞. 𝐖𝐞 𝐰𝐚𝐥𝐤 𝐢𝐭 𝐚𝐬 𝐨𝐧𝐞. 💜

As we close Women’s Month, the Z and Golden Z Clubs stand at the starting line of a permanent mission. We aren’t just looking for a hero’s welcome; we are building a world where every woman is her own hero—because we are all EquALL.

True equality isn't a destination we reach overnight; it’s the distance we are willing to go together. No matter the barriers, no matter the climb, we move forward with the unwavering belief that when one of us rises, we all rise.

𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬𝐧'𝐭 𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫 𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐬. 𝐖𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐠𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐥 𝐄𝐪𝐮𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐞, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲.💜

Credits to Glenn Lawrence Tarzona for this video. Excellent!

28/03/2026

𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗢𝗡𝗚. 𝗕𝗢𝗟𝗗. 𝗨𝗡𝗦𝗧𝗢𝗣𝗣𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘. 💪✨

As young women, we carry strength in our hearts and courage in our souls. This National Women’s Month, we proudly celebrate every story, every triumph, and every girl who dares to dream big and lead fearlessly!

Stand tall, shine your light, and lift each other higher. Let us continue to support one another, amplify every voice, and create a campus where every woman feels seen, heard, respected, and empowered.

Together, we rise. Together, we lead.

Happy National Women’s Month! 🌸💜

26/03/2026

“𝘽𝙞𝙜𝙮𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙇𝙖𝙠𝙖𝙨 𝘼𝙣𝙜 𝙏𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙣𝙜 𝙆𝙖𝙗𝙖𝙗𝙖𝙞𝙝𝙖𝙣”🌸

As we celebrate Women’s Month, we are reminded of the power, resilience, and impact of every woman in shaping a more inclusive and empowered society.

Last March 19, 2026, the Golden Z Club of Saint Michael’s College of Laguna showed their support for every woman by attending 𝗚𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗘𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼, 𝗮𝘁 𝗟𝗮𝗸𝗮𝘀: 𝗣𝗮𝗴𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗴 𝗻𝗴 𝗞𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗶𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗶ñ𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗲 𝘀𝗮 𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗴𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗡 held at the 3rd Floor People’s Center Auditorium, Biñan City Hall.

The event served as a meaningful platform for empowerment and awareness, featuring inspiring messages from Mayor Gel Alonte and the keynote speaker Ms. Kris Sison and Ms. Jodi Sta. Maria, emphasizing that true leadership is lived through action, compassion, and courage. It highlighted that excellence is not about merely enduring, being an example means uplifting others, and strength is found in leading with empathy.

This event help us realize that true empowerment begins when we use our voices to stand for what is right, uplift other women instead of competing, and lead with both strength and compassion, because real excellence is not about surviving alone, but growing together and creating lasting change for the next generation.🌷

25/03/2026

Wearing Orange, Honoring Her. 🧡🇵🇭

Every 25th, Michaeleans stand in solidarity to end violence against women. This March, our orange shines even brighter as we celebrate National Women’s Month!🧡💜

Today, we don’t just wear a color; we wear a commitment to a future where every Filipina is safe, empowered, and heard. Let’s celebrate the strength of the women in our families, our classrooms, and our community.

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