Demographic Research and Development Foundation

17/04/2026

IN MEMORIAM

The University of the Philippines Population Institute mourns the passing of Dr. Yasuhiko Saito of the Nihon University Population Research Institute. Dr. Saito collaborated with the UP Population Institute and the Demographic Research and Development Foundation, Inc. on aging research, including the Philippine Study on Aging (PSOA) in 2007 and the on-going Longitudinal Study of Ageing and Health in the Philippines (LSAHP). He mentored a number of UPPI students and researchers.

We are truly grateful for his invaluable contribution in establishing and advancing aging research in the country.

We also extend our heartfelt condolences to his loved ones during this difficult time.

23/02/2026

Want to learn more about qualitative research?

The Research Institute for Mindanao Culture (RIMCU) is conducting a workshop titled “QUALITATIVE RESEARCH: Inch-wide, Mile-deep,” as part of the pre-conference activities for the 2026 Philippine Population Association Conference.

Mark your calendars:
📍 Where: Room 411, 4/F Social Science Building, Xavier University
🗓️ When: 4 March 2026 | 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
💰 Fee: Php 500 (Includes snacks and a certificate!)

What to expect:
By the end of the session, participants will have gained foundational knowledge and skills in qualitative research. The workshop aims to inspire a lifelong pursuit of "inch-wide, mile-deep" meaning-making within the realities of human life.

Register now: Scan the QR code in the image to secure your slot!

19/02/2026

Are you a student or researcher looking for high-quality, large-scale datasets? Join us for the Data Users’ Forum, a pre-conference activity for the 2026 PPA International Scientific Conference.

We’re looking into the Philippines' most significant public datasets, including:

✅ Young Adult Fertility and Sexuality Study (YAFS)
✅ Longitudinal Study of Ageing and Health (LSAHP)
✅ Longitudinal Cohort Study on the Filipino Child (LCSFC)
✅ Cebu Longitudinal Health and Nutrition Survey (CLHNS)

Learn how to use these resources for your next research project or thesis!

📍 Where: AVR 3, SBM Building, Xavier University
🗓️ When: 4 March 2026 | 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
💰 Fee: Php 300 (Includes snacks & certificate!)

🔗 Register now: Scan the QR code in the image to secure your slot!

18/02/2026

Are you passionate about understanding people, data, and trends?
We invite you to learn more about our offered graduate programs during our upcoming orientation at Xavier University. This session is a featured pre-conference activity for the 2026 Philippine Population Association International Scientific Conference.

Explore our graduate programs:
🎓 Master of Arts in Demography
🎓 Master in Population Studies
📅 Date: Wednesday, 4 March 2026
🕘 Time: 9:30 A.M. – 11:00 A.M.
📍 Location: SBM Bldg, Xavier University

You may scan the QR code in the image to register! See you there!

02/02/2026

📢 Registration Now Open! 📢

Join us at the 2026 PPA International Scientific Conference on March 5-6, 2026, at the Xavier University, Cagayan de Oro. 🌍✨

Don't miss this opportunity to engage in insightful discussions on education and population and development with experts and researchers from across the region.

🔗 Register now and learn more:
https://bit.ly/2026pparegistration

12/01/2026

📢 FINAL CALL: ONLY 2 DAYS LEFT!

The deadline for the submission of abstracts and/or panel proposals for the 2026 PPA International Scientific Conference is extended until Wednesday, January 14, 2026.

Key Dates:

📥Submission Deadline: January 14, 2026 (EXTENDED)
✉️Notification of Decision: January 19, 2026
🗓Main Conference: March 5-6, 2026

Don't miss your chance to be part of the conversation on population and climate resilience in the Philippines!

🔗 Submit your abstracts here: https://bit.ly/ppa2026papersubmission
📧 Inquiries: [email protected]

See you in Cagayan de Oro City!

07/01/2026

‼️⏳The clock is ticking! You only have two days left to submit your abstracts for the 2026 PPA International Scientific Conference in Cagayan de Oro City. Don’t miss the chance to share your research on population and climate resilience in the Philippines!
🗓 Deadline: Jan 9, 2026
🔗 Submit: bit.ly/ppa2026papersubmission

18/12/2025

DRDF hosted a policy dialogue at the University of the Philippines Population Institute (UPPI) with the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA) and key Philippine government agencies. Participants identified shared priorities for ASEAN-level initiatives to prepare for the Philippines’ ASEAN Chairship and aligned the upcoming Longitudinal Study of Ageing and Health in the Philippines (LSAHP) with national ageing strategies. After completing two successful survey rounds, ERIA and DRDF are now preparing for the third wave of the LSAHP survey to be conducted in 2026.

To learn more, please visit the page: https://bit.ly/DRDF-ERIA-NGAs-Dialogue

02/10/2025

The UPPI, together with DRDF, is committed to serving as a central repository of knowledge on critical population issues, particularly aging. It is hoped that these foundational research studies will continue to inform proactive policies and programs that older persons and their families rightfully deserve.

https://www.uppi.upd.edu.ph/news/2025/uppi-drdf-at-the-forefront-of-aging-research-in-the-philippines?fbclid=IwY2xjawNK7ihleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHtzQyCdDOwE53CUA2aQGiWX4Tk0oEBdIssYQjlsbBuh2NyiBBhfh9YGo8Ywz_aem_Bd2mBH0EM9l5N_Z-7ybpMg

The Philippines is transitioning to an aging society, making research on population aging more critical than ever to inform policies and programs that promote the health and well-being of older Filipinos.

01/10/2025

The Philippines is becoming an aging society, making population aging research more vital than ever to secure a healthy and fulfilling aging experience for Filipinos.

In observance of the International Day of Older Persons, the University of the Philippines Population Institute (UPPI), together with the Demographic Research and Development Foundation, Inc. (DRDF, Inc.), takes pride in sharing our publications on aging. 📚 We aim to push for policies that empower older persons and ensure their access to high-quality healthcare services.

Happy International Day of Older Persons! 💟🧓👵

01/07/2025