21/09/2025
Children and Youth Learners Gather to Discuss Children's Rights, Child Abuse, Online Safety, Personal Development, and Interpersonal Communication
On September 20, 2025, children, youth from the community, and learners of the BALAY Alternative Learning System (ALS) came together with the Balay Youth Learner's Association in Adelaide Multipurpose Hall GK Australia, Barangay 176 - C for a meaningful one-day session focused on children's rights, child abuse, online safety, personal development, and interpersonal communication.
The event featured insightful discussions on Childrenโs Rights, Child Abuse, Online Sexual Abuse or Exploitation of Children (OSAEC), and Child Sexual Abuse or Exploitation Materials (CSAEM). These sessions were facilitated by Ms. Benelyn Pelicano (Area Coordinator, Caloocan Balay) and Ms. Flor Mystica (Area Coordinator, Zambales Balay).
Adding depth to the dayโs learning, Mr./Ms. Ren Ligon (MEAL & Communications Officer, Balay) facilitated the session titled "Ang Bata sa Digital World," which explored the experiences, risks, and opportunities that children face in todayโs digital landscape.
The program continued with a session on Personal Development and Interpersonal Communication, also facilitated by Ms. Benelyn Pelicano, which aimed to help participants build self-awareness, boost self-confidence, and develop healthy and respectful relationships.
The activity provided a safe and empowering space for children and youth to learn, express themselves, and strengthen their understanding of their rights, digital safety, and personal growth.
โLet's rise above the noise!
Cyberbullying hurts, let's spread kindness instead
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"Think before you type. Let's create a safer online space for everyone "
Hosted by Kuya Bhong Marbano (BYL Consultant) & Ate Mj Barreda (BYL President)
A BIG thanks to our dear and helpful BALSPA & Volunteers and of course to all the Children & Youth Participants. And of course thank you to Balay Rehabilitation Center, Inc. and Consuelo Zobel Alger Foundation for your continuous love and support to us. Many thanks also to Barangay 176 - C Barangay Captain, Hon. Nelfa Cabantac, for lending us the table and chairs. ๐
See you again soon CHILDREN & YOUTH LEADERS!!
GOD BLESS US ALL
๐ธ: Mj Yu