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Balangaw Student Organization, University of the Eastern Philippines, Main Campus. Catarman, Northern Samar, Catarman (2026)

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University Of The Eastern Philippines, Main Campus. Catarman, Northern Samar

31/03/2026

𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐒 𝐑𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐒 𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐇𝐔𝐌𝐀𝐍 𝐑𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐒

For generations, our transgender sisters, brothers, and non-binary kin have stood on the front lines of a relentless battle, fueled by an unbreakable spirit and the simple, profound desire to exist without fear. They have weathered the storms of erasure and systemic injustice, turning their scars into armor and their voices into a thunderous demand for dignity.

𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐬𝐧'𝐭 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚 𝐦𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐦𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭; 𝐢𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐚 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐡𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, proving that the fire of authenticity cannot be extinguished by prejudice or policy.

We are fighting for the integrity of our entire society, ensuring that "liberty and justice for all" is a promise kept, not a hollow slogan.

We must move beyond mere tolerance and toward a radical, unwavering solidarity that protects the vulnerable and celebrates the diverse tapestry of identity. History will remember those who stood in the light of progress and those who attempted to dim it.

𝑩𝒆𝒄𝒂𝒖𝒔𝒆 𝑻𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒔 𝒓𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕𝒔 𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒏𝒐𝒕 𝒂 𝒅𝒆𝒃𝒂𝒕𝒆, 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒚 𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒂 𝒎𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒂𝒕𝒆—𝒃𝒆𝒄𝒂𝒖𝒔𝒆 𝒉𝒖𝒎𝒂𝒏 𝒓𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕𝒔 𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒏𝒐𝒕 𝒖𝒑 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒏𝒆𝒈𝒐𝒕𝒊𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏.

12/03/2026

“𝑰 𝒎𝒂𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒓. 𝑰 𝒎𝒂𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝒆𝒒𝒖𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒚. 𝑵𝒐𝒕 ‘𝒊𝒇 𝒐𝒏𝒍𝒚’, 𝒏𝒐𝒕 ‘𝒂𝒔 𝒍𝒐𝒏𝒈 𝒂𝒔’ 𝑰 𝒎𝒂𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒓. 𝑭𝒖𝒍𝒍 𝒔𝒕𝒐𝒑.”

When Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie spoke these words, she wasn’t just offering a quote—she was drawing a line in the sand. This March 2026, the 𝐔𝐄𝐏 𝐁𝐀𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐖 stands firmly behind that line.

We often speak of "History" as a finished book, a collection of dates and names etched in stone. But as we look at the faces gracing this month’s tribute, we see something more fluid, more vibrant, and infinitely more powerful.

We see 𝑯𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒚. 𝑨 𝑻𝒂𝒑𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒓𝒚 𝒐𝒇 𝑭𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒑𝒊𝒏𝒐 𝑬𝒙𝒄𝒆𝒍𝒍𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆. The women featured on our canvas are more than just icons; they are architects of change in their own right: From the Voice of Global Grace, Heart of the People: With a legacy built on "Radical Love" and grassroots empowerment, Women remains a North Star for leadership that listens, serves, and refuses to waver.

𝐏𝐮𝐬𝐨, 𝐏𝐮𝐬𝐨 𝐔𝐥𝐢𝐭 𝐚𝐭 𝐏𝐮𝐬𝐨 𝐏𝐚 𝐑𝐢𝐧

At the core of UEP Balangaw is a simple, relentless mantra: 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐓. Because Women’s Month isn't just a 31-day calendar event; it is a reckoning. It is a celebration of the quiet strength in our homes, the loud brilliance in our boardrooms, and the fierce fire in our streets.

This March, we don't just celebrate women because we have to. 𝙒𝙚 𝙘𝙚𝙡𝙚𝙗𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙢 𝙗𝙚𝙘𝙖𝙪𝙨𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙡𝙙 𝙬𝙤𝙪𝙡𝙙 𝙗𝙚 𝙨𝙞𝙡𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙞𝙧 𝙨𝙤𝙣𝙜, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙜𝙣𝙖𝙣𝙩 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙞𝙧 𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙞𝙙𝙚.

Happy Women’s Month! 🌹🌷

🖼️: Jushua Morillo

04/03/2026

“𝐁𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐩 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝.”

As we progress and continually find ways to having access to numerous resources to quality health care, being safe is imperative for a healthy lifestyle. Do you know the steps to protecting your s*xual health? Laughter is the best medicine but always know that prevention is always better than cure!

𝑾𝑯𝑨𝑻 𝑰𝑺 𝑷𝒓𝑬𝑷?

Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is a preventive medicine for people who do not have HIV but may be at higher risk of getting it. It involves taking antiretroviral medication that helps stop HIV from establishing infection in the body if exposure occurs. When taken correctly, PrEP is highly effective in preventing HIV, especially when combined with other safe practices such as condom use and regular health checkups.

𝑯𝑶𝑾 𝑻𝑶 𝑼𝑺𝑬 𝑷𝒓𝑬𝑷?

Before using PrEP, a person must visit a healthcare provider for an HIV test to confirm they are HIV-negative and for other basic tests, such as checking kidney health. Once prescribed, PrEP is usually taken as one pill every day, and consistency is very important for it to work well. Users need regular follow-up visits, often every three months, for repeat HIV testing, medical monitoring, and prescription refills to ensure that PrEP remains safe and effective.

Practicing safe s*xual activities and methods means valuing your health and your future, smart choices makes positive outcomes not just in our heath but in life.

✍️: Philip Karl Bandal
🖼️: Jushua Morillo

27/02/2026

𝐒𝐀𝐅𝐄 𝐈𝐒 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐍𝐄𝐖 𝐒𝐄𝐗𝐘💅🏻💋

It’s time to rebrand safety as the ultimate form of self-respect and confidence. For a long time, conversations about s*xual health has been a subject of fear or clinical necessity. Being aware and cautious of your well-being isn’t just about avoiding a diagnosis; it’s all about making your body acquire a sense of agency and pride. When you know your status and understand your boundaries you carry an effortless confidence that is undeniably attractive.

True s*xual health starts with changing your mindset where testing is viewed as a regular ritual rather than a box of fear. Deciding your own status and relying on physical intuition isn’t enough; consistent screenings are the only path to ensure you are protecting both yourself and your partners. Normalizing these kinds of conversations shed away outdated stigma, transforming a potentially awkward “talk” into a shared commitment to mutual respect. By being the light who brings up testing and protection, you aren’t killing the mood; rather, you are establishing a bold foundation of trust.

Allowing yourself to stay informed prevents you from breaking down. By reclaiming s*xual health as a positive, proactive part of your identity, you replace uncertainty with empowerment.

Hold your boundaries. 𝙃𝙤𝙡𝙙 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨. 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙢𝙤𝙩𝙚 𝙧𝙚𝙜𝙪𝙡𝙖𝙧 𝙨𝙘𝙧𝙚𝙚𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙡𝙞𝙠𝙚 𝙖 𝙡𝙪𝙢𝙥𝙞𝙖, 𝙬𝙧𝙖𝙥 𝙞𝙩 𝙗𝙚𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙩𝙖𝙠𝙚 𝙞𝙩! 😉

✍️: Aldreix Gaspan
🖼️: CJ Calixtro

25/02/2026

𝐍𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐑 𝐀𝐆𝐀𝐈𝐍, 𝐍𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐑 𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐆𝐄𝐓!

Sa ika-40 na anibersaryo ng EDSA People Power Revolution ngayong Pebrero 25, 2026, ginugunita natin ang diwa ng pagkakaisa at tapang ng mga Pilipino na nagpatalsik sa diktadurya at nagpanumbalik ng demokrasya.

Isang paalala na 𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐚𝐲 𝐧𝐚 𝐤𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐲𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐲 𝐧𝐚𝐬𝐚 𝐤𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐲 𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐧, 𝐚𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐚𝐠𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐧 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐚 𝐬𝐚 𝐤𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐮𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐭 𝐤𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐲 𝐰𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐠𝐚𝐧. Dahil patuloy nating pinaglalaban ang katotohanan at panindigan ang mga aral ng EDSA para sa ating bansa.

Patuloy nating isisigaw ang katagang
“𝐍𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐑 𝐀𝐆𝐀𝐈𝐍, 𝐍𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐑 𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐆𝐄𝐓!"
Dahil ang aral ng EDSA ay mananatili sa bawat Pilipino – ang paglaban para sa katarungan at karapatan ay hindi kailanman maglalaho.

Ang kasaysayan ay paalala na ang kapangyarihan ay nasa kamay ng nagkakaisang bayan, hindi ng mga namumuno.

🖼️: CJ Calixtro

24/02/2026

𝐍𝐎 𝐓𝐎 𝐇𝐀𝐙𝐈𝐍𝐆: 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢 𝐇𝐚𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐒𝐲𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐮𝐦

On February 23, 2026, UEP Balangaw participated in the "No to Hazing: Anti-Hazing Awareness Symposium" at the UEP Centennial Building. This event, supported by the University President and organized by the Office of Student Affairs (OSA) in collaboration with the University Student Council (USC), the UEP Junior Student Council Organization (UJSCO), and The Pillar, underscored the university's commitment to dignity, safety, and accountability.

The symposium highlighted the critical importance of adhering to the Anti-Hazing Act of 2018 (Republic Act No. 11053), which strictly prohibits all forms of hazing within fraternities, sororities, and other organizations, imposing severe penalties on violators.

Attendees, including UEP Balangaw and other recognized UEP organizations, benefited greatly from the insights shared by the speakers, particularly the esteemed resource speaker, Atty. Geraldine B. Giray. Her powerful message, "True brotherhood is built on respect, trust, and care - not fear, pain, or silence," resonated deeply, reinforcing the university's dedication to cultivating a campus community founded on genuine respect and care for all, in full compliance with the law.

✍️: Francis Dy
📷: Aivhan Dumalaon

23/02/2026

𝐖𝐑𝐀𝐏 𝐁𝐄𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐄 𝐘𝐎𝐔 𝐏𝐎𝐊𝐄 💥

When it comes to safe s*x, condoms are one of the most effective methods to prevent both s*xually transmitted infections and diseases, and unintended pregnancies. Not only do they provide a barrier that reduces the risk of transmission, but they can also enhance pleasure for both partners when used correctly.

Remember, the key to the condom's maximum effectiveness lies not just in having them on hand, but knowing how to use them properly! It is crucial to check the expiration date on the packaging before use and to handle them carefully to avoid tearing. When applying, pinch the tip of the condom to leave a little space for love juices and roll it down to the length of erect p***s.

In addition, it is important to use water-based or silicone-based lubricants to reduce friction and breakage. Oil-based lubricants, however, should be avoided as they can weaken the latex and result to failure. After ej*******on, hold the base of the condom while withdrawing to prevent slippage and proper disposal of it in the trash, not toilet. Having a comprehensive knowledge about the proper use of condom and practicing these guidelines will help promote safer s*xual experience and improve averall s*xual health.

So, whether you're looking for extra sensitivity or a burst of flavors, remember that there is a condom out there just for you!

🖼️: Genio Adalla
✍️: Yvanne Peñol

04/12/2025

Calling All UEPians, Campus Organizations, and College Publications with a creative spark!

𝑨𝒓𝒆 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒑𝒂𝒔𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝒂𝒃𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝒔𝒑𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒉𝒆𝒂𝒍𝒕𝒉 𝒂𝒘𝒂𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒃𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒌𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒈𝒎𝒂?

This December, we are commemorating World AIDS Day to raise awareness and promote efforts to prevent and treat HIV infection.

The University Student Council through the Public Information Committee (PIC) with CNAHS SC and CS SC, proudly presents you the 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐡𝐢𝐜 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭 with a theme "𝑯𝑰𝑽 𝑲𝒊𝒍𝒍𝒔 𝑰𝒎𝒎𝒖𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒚, 𝑵𝒐𝒕 𝑶𝒑𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒖𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒚: 𝑳𝒊𝒗𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑳𝒐𝒗𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑷𝒐𝒔𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒗𝒆𝒍𝒚 𝒊𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑴𝒐𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒏 𝑬𝒓𝒂."

Submit your Entries ON or BEFORE December 8, 2025.

📌 Submission: Learn more, Register, and Submit your Entries through the link provided below and get a chance to win a prize for your efforts and passion.

🔗 Access Link: https://bit.ly/WorldAidsDayInfographicMakingContest

For inquiries and clarifications contact the USC-PIC Chairperson Glaiza MJ Camacho.

𝐋𝐞𝐭’𝐬 𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞, 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞!

01/12/2025

𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐀𝐈𝐃𝐒 𝐃𝐚𝐲 2025

This global commemoration serves as a critical opportunity to reflect on the impact of funding cuts and to recognize the resilience of communities actively driving the HIV response forward. In 2023, the Philippines reported 736 lives lost, underscoring the ongoing challenges in the nation's fight against AIDS. Despite decades of global progress, the HIV response faces disruption, with many communities experiencing heightened risks and vulnerabilities.

The global community stands at a moment of both possibility and peril as it marks World AIDS Day 2025. While the world possesses the tools and experience to end AIDS as a public health threat, these gains are threatened by tightening financing, conflicts, climate shocks, and widening inequality. Longstanding issues such as chronic underinvestment in prevention, overreliance on external aid, fragmented approaches, and persistent stigma and discrimination continue to impede progress.

Even before recent disruptions, no country was on track to meet the by 2025, which aim to eliminate stigma, discrimination, gender-based violence, and inequalities, as well as punitive laws that restrict access to HIV prevention, treatment, and care. Consequently, new HIV infections are rising in several regions, particularly among key populations and their partners.

source: Philippine National AIDS Council (PNAC), Department of Health (DOH) & Philippine Information Agency (PIA)

01/12/2025

𝐔𝐄𝐏 𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐰 𝐒𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬: 𝐓𝐰𝐨 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐑𝐂𝐎𝐒𝐀𝐅 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐘 2025-2026

The UEP Balangaw secures two spots in the ARCOSAF Election (Association of Recognized Campus Organizations, Sororities and Fraternities) last November 26, 2025 held at the College of Law, Moot Court.

Our representatives secured two coveted spots, demonstrating their dedication and the strong spirit of our community. The election process was a culmination of diligent campaigning, platforms, and the active participation of the student body.

This successful candidates exemplified leadership qualities and a clear vision for the future of ARCOSAF.

𝐀𝐑𝐂𝐎𝐒𝐀𝐅 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐬 2025–2026

𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭: Jude Keneth B. Calipes (Triskelion)
𝐕𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐥: Adrian Ralph M. Rapsing (Betans)
𝐕𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐥: Roen Jayrol Limpiado (UPAO)
𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲: Jade Michael N. Ada (IGOR)
𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐫: Noe S. Balanquit (UPAO)
𝐀𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫: Ivery D. Morales (Balangaw)
𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐫: Joe Kio Balasolla (Balangaw)
𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐫: Erlis Daniel L. Centino (BREAD)

🖼️: Jushua Morillo

22/11/2025

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊:𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙐𝙣𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙤𝙛 𝙀𝙖𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙣 𝙋𝙝𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙥𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨 (𝙐𝙀𝙋) 𝘼𝙣𝙣𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙘𝙚𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙊𝙛𝙛𝙞𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙍𝙚𝙘𝙤𝙜𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙤𝙛 𝙐𝙀𝙋 𝘽𝙖𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙖𝙬 𝙖𝙨 𝙖 𝙐𝙣𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙞𝙩𝙮-𝘽𝙖𝙨𝙚𝙙 𝙊𝙧𝙜𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙯𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣.

In 2024, the UEP Balangaw was founded to provide a safe and supportive space for students belonging to the LGBTQ+ community. The Organization aims to promote awareness, understanding, acceptance, and champion equal rights for all students regardless of s*xual orientation and gender identity.

UEP Balangaw has been instrumental in organizing educational events and awarness campaigns, celebrating diversity and fights discrimination within the university. These efforts, hand in hand, not only empower LGBTQ+ students but also encourage student body to embrace inclusivity and respect.

This recognition by the university highlights the growing importance of LGBTQ+ advocacy in creating a more welcoming academic environment. With this new status, the UEP Balangaw can further expand its initiatives, collaborate with other civic organizations, and strengthen its role as a key advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and welfare at UEP.

Written by: Yvanne Peñol
PubMat: Genio Adalla

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