Girls Congress

07/08/2026

𝓓𝓾𝓶𝓪𝓰𝓾𝓮𝓽𝓮4𝓖𝓣𝓔 | 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗛 𝗩𝗢𝗜𝗖𝗘𝗦, 𝗜𝗡𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗠𝗘𝗗 𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗜𝗖𝗘𝗦: 𝗦𝗥𝗛𝗥 𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞

As part of the celebration of Linggo ng Kabataan 2026, the Girls Congress, through the Local Youth Development Office and the Local Youth Development Council, in partnership with the Teen Advocates for Gender Awareness in Dumaguete (TAGAD), presents an interactive learning session on Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) on August 10, 2026, at the Session Hall, Dumaguete City.

This activity aims to provide a safe and meaningful space for young people to engage in open discussions, access accurate information, and strengthen their awareness of sexual and reproductive health and rights. Through informed conversations, the youth are empowered to make responsible decisions, advocate for their well-being, and contribute to building a healthier and more inclusive community.

At the end of the day, what we will carry home is not just notes or handouts but also the courage to speak up, the confidence to stand tall, and the energy to keep pushing for change. This is about building a generation that knows its worth, protects its health, and leads with strength.

So, bring your friends, bring your vibe, and bring your voice. Let us turn this session into a turning point for the youth of Dumaguete. Knowledge is power, and power looks best when it is shared.

PUBMAT & CAPTION | Girls Congress

25/07/2026

𝗚𝗶𝗿𝗹𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝘁 𝗡𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘀 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗼𝗲𝘀 2026

Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental — Two outstanding leaders from Girls Congress were recognized during the 𝐍𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐬 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐠 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐞𝐬 2026: 𝐆𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐝 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐚 𝐬𝐚 𝐊𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐚𝐧, held at Sofia Soler Sinco Hall, Foundation University, on July 25, 2026.

𝙈𝙨. 𝙎𝙝𝙖𝙢𝙖𝙝 𝙎. 𝘽𝙪𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙞𝙨, Co-Founder of Girls Congress, received the 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙀𝙭𝙚𝙢𝙥𝙡𝙖𝙧 𝘼𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙙 in recognition of her unwavering commitment to community service and youth empowerment. Joining her among this year's honorees was 𝙈𝙨. 𝘾𝙝𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙚 𝙋. 𝙏𝙖𝙣𝙤, Girls Congress Batch Representative, who was presented with the 𝙊𝙪𝙩𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙔𝙤𝙪𝙩𝙝 𝘼𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙙 for her dedication to leadership and meaningful contributions to the community.

The Negros Young Heroes Awards recognize exemplary young individuals across the Negros Island Region whose passion, leadership, and service continue to create a positive impact in their respective communities.

Their achievements serve as a reminder that all young people today have the power to lead, inspire, and make a meaningful difference.

24/06/2026

TARA LADLAD, DUMAGUETEÑOS!

We are thrilled to invite you to our Pride Month celebrations on June 27, 2026! 🥳 Now on our fifth year, we are yet again taking over the STREETS 🚶 & the STAGE 💃 for a collective moment of solidarity, art, and community. 🤲

Join us in our festivities of programming designed to uplift and unite:

• 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM | Pride March 2026 🚶🏳️‍🌈
• 4:30 PM – 9:00 PM | Bading Bazaar ⛺️📸🛍️
• 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM | UnkaVogueGable 💋👑

Plus, keep the momentum going with us on July 11, 2026 for an additional celebration 👀. Mark your calendars, because you surely don’t want to miss this!

Ay'g kalimot, Dumaguete & Ka-Sandigans! Let’s show the world the power of our community.

🌈

Pride Express 2026 is organized by:
Ang Sandigan

In Partnership With:
The City Government of Dumaguete City
Local Youth Development Council Dumaguete City
Local Youth Development Office Dumaguete City
Gender Watch Against Violence and Exploitation (GWAVE)
Silliman University Medical Technology Society
Girl's Congress

In Cooperation With:
Negros Oriental State University Information Technology Society

And Bading Bazaar is done in collaboration with:
Silliman University Renaissance Youth Leaders Forum

PUBMAT | Jotham Pedroza

TARA LADLAD, DUMAGUETEÑOS!

We are thrilled to invite you to our Pride Month celebrations on June 27, 2026! 🥳 Now on our fifth year, we are yet again taking over the STREETS 🚶 & the STAGE 💃 for a collective moment of solidarity, art, and community. 🤲

Join us in our festivities of programming designed to uplift and unite:

• 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM | Pride March 2026 🚶🏳️‍🌈
• 4:30 PM – 9:00 PM | Bading Bazaar ⛺️📸🛍️
• 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM | UnkaVogueGable 💋👑

Plus, keep the momentum going with us on July 11, 2026 for an additional celebration 👀. Mark your calendars, because you surely don’t want to miss this!

Ay'g kalimot, Dumaguete & Ka-Sandigans! Let’s show the world the power of our community.

🌈

Pride Express 2026 is organized by:
Ang Sandigan

In Partnership With:
The City Government of Dumaguete City
Local Youth Development Council Dumaguete City
Local Youth Development Office Dumaguete City
Gender Watch Against Violence and Exploitation (GWAVE)
Silliman University Medical Technology Society
Girl's Congress
Silliman University Student Government (SUSG)
SUSG Advocacy Committee
SUSG STRAW Committee

In Cooperation With:
Negros Oriental State University Information Technology Society

And Bading Bazaar is done in collaboration with:
Silliman University Renaissance Youth Leaders Forum

PUBMAT | Jotham Pedroza

24/06/2026

PAINT THE TOWN WITH COLORS OF PRIDE!

The countdown to the Dumaguete City Pride March 2026 is on! ⏱️ This is your official invitation to walk with us 🚶, stand with us 🧍, and celebrate with us 🥳.

Join us in our festivities of programming designed to uplift and unite:

🗓️ June 27, 2026 | 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
⏰ Call Time: 3:30 PM (Be there early so we can start strong!)

The Route:
🟢 Start: Looc Bypass Road
➡️ Hibbard Avenue → Perdices Street (Belfry) → Colon Street → Rizal Boulevard
🔴 End: Press Club Area

Everyone is welcome. ALLIES! FRIENDS! FAMILIES! AND ADVOCATES! Come as you are and march with pride. Let's show Dumaguete what solidarity looks like.

See you at Looc Bypass Road at 3:30 PM. Don't be late because history waits for no one. Mwa!

🌈

Pride Express 2026 is organized by:
Ang Sandigan

in Partnership With:
The City Government of Dumaguete City
Local Youth Development Council Dumaguete City
Silliman University Medical Technology Society
Girl's Congress

In Cooperation With:
Negros Oriental State University Information Technology Society

Special Thanks To:
Silliman University Renaissance Youth Leaders Forum

PUBMAT | Jotham Pedroza

19/06/2026

🌈✨𝐌𝐄𝐄𝐓 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐒𝐏𝐄𝐀𝐊𝐄𝐑𝐒 ✨🌈

Get ready to be inspired by an incredible lineup of advocates, professionals, and changemakers at the 𝟔𝟐𝟎𝟎 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔!

Join us as our distinguished speakers lead meaningful conversations on LGBTQIA+ rights, mental health, safe spaces, inclusive communities, and gender-affirming healthcare.

𝐃𝐫. 𝐕𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐨
Gender-Affirming Healthcare: Challenges and Opportunities in the Philippines

𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐞 𝐉𝐨𝐚𝐧 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐛𝐮𝐞𝐧𝐚, 𝐏𝐡𝐃
Mental Health in the LGBTQIA+ Community: Breaking the Silence

𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐲. 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚
The Importance of SOGIESC Awareness

𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐇𝐨𝐩𝐞 𝐓𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐚𝐧
Why Pride is a Protest?

𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐡 𝐁𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐬
Creating Safe Spaces: Supporting LGBTQIA+ Individuals in Schools, Workplaces, and Communities

📅 June 20, 2026
🕘 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Plaza Maria Luisa Suites Inn, Dumaguete City

Be part of a day of learning, dialogue, empowerment, and community-building as we celebrate diversity and advance inclusion for all.

19/06/2026

THE HORIZON AWAITS!

This June 20, we come together to celebrate diversity, listen to stories that matter, and continue working toward a more inclusive Dumaguete.

Dumaguete Pride Summit 2026 🌈

📍 Plaza Maria Luisa Suites Inn
🗓 June 20, 2026
🕗 Registration starts at 8:00 AM

The Dumaguete Pride Summit 2026 is brought to you by the Local Government Unit of Dumaguete, through the Gender and Development Office, in partnership with our partner organizations.

See you at the summit! 🏳️‍🌈

PUBMAT by Jotham Pedroza

17/06/2026

🎤THE STAGE IS SET AND CALLING!

This Pride Season, Ang Sandigan is once again bringing back its highly anticipated drag extravaganza, UnKaVogueGable! 🪩✨

On June 27, 2026, witness a night of talent, entertainment, and pure glamour as drag artists take center stage and compete for the crown. From stunning performances to unforgettable moments, UnKaVogueGable continues to celebrate the creativity, artistry, and pride of the LGBTQIA+ community. 💫

We are now officially calling for participants! If you’re a drag performer ready to showcase your talent, charisma, uniqueness, nerve, and talent, this is your moment. 💃✨ Applications are open to LGBTQIA+ drag artists of legal age who are eager to take the stage and show Dumaguete what drag is all about.

With exciting prizes awaiting all participants, from the Grand Prize to the Consolation Prizes, only SIX (6) Queens will be selected to compete. 👑 Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until all slots are filled. 🏆

Scan the QR code and take your first step toward becoming the next UnKaVogueGable Queen! 🌟

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc_bLuwLpxARZioz4SV54uVU-irrN_-waRN-GWOgTW4xS2Q1A/viewform?usp=header

PUBMAT by Jotham Pedroza

04/06/2026

HAPPENING NOW: Ambassador Philippe J. Lhuillier of the Philippine Embassy in Spain welcomed Shamah Bulangis of Girls Congress, who participated as a civil society delegate from the Philippines to the Feminist Foreign Policy Conference today, 04 June 2026.

The meeting highlighted the important role of youth and civil society in promoting gender-responsive and inclusive policies.

08/05/2026

DEMANDING CLIMATE JUSTICE AND A LIVABLE FUTURE IS NOT A CRIME.

We are deeply alarmed by the detention of peaceful activists from Greenpeace Southeast Asia during the 48th ASEAN Summit in Cebu, Philippines. Their action was a legitimate and nonviolent call for ASEAN leaders to confront the worsening plastic and climate crises, hold polluting corporations accountable, and end the region’s dangerous dependence on fossil fuels.

One of those currently detained stood with many of us during the Regional Convening on the Visayas Young Feminist Manifesto on Climate Action — a space grounded in solidarity, justice, and the shared struggle of communities already bearing the impacts of the climate crisis.

In line with our manifesto, we demand the protection of environmental defenders. Without them, our environment will be the playground of the powerful, a mere money-maker of corporations. The Philippines remains the deadliest country in Asia for environmental defenders, with numerous threats and criminalization of those at the climate frontlines.

Peaceful protest is not a crime. Raising the voices of communities affected by pollution, plastic waste, and climate disasters should never be met with intimidation or detention.

We call for the immediate release of all detained activists and urge authorities to uphold the rights to peaceful assembly and freedom of expression. ASEAN leaders must stop silencing those demanding accountability and instead listen to the calls of people across the region for real climate justice and systemic change.

The climate and waste crises cannot be solved by suppressing dissent. They can only be addressed through courage, accountability, and urgent action.