17/01/2025
𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐎𝐅 𝐒𝐔𝐏𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝟕𝐓𝐇 𝐒𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐆𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐀𝐍𝐆 𝐊𝐀𝐁𝐀𝐓𝐀𝐀𝐍 𝐎𝐅 𝐀𝐏𝐎𝐏𝐎𝐍𝐆 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐏𝐀𝐒𝐒𝐀𝐆𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐎𝐅 𝐀𝐃𝐎𝐋𝐄𝐒𝐂𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐍𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐘 𝐁𝐈𝐋𝐋
We, the 7th Sangguniang Kabataan of Apopong, express our unwavering support for the passage of the Senate Bill No. 1979 or the Prevention of Adolescent Pregnancy Bill, sponsored by Senator Risa Hontiveros. This proposed legislation is a vital step in addressing one of the most pressing challenges facing Filipino youth today—adolescent pregnancy.
As youth leaders, we recognize the critical need for comprehensive education, accessible healthcare, and policies that empower young people to make informed decisions about their futures. This bill is not just a policy; it is a commitment to protect the rights, health, and well-being of the Filipino youth, ensuring that they have the opportunity to pursue their dreams free from the barriers posed by early and unplanned pregnancies.
Furthermore, we are in fervent campaign to combat misinformation and disinformation surrounding this bill. We firmly believe that fostering open, factual, and inclusive discussions is essential in creating a supportive environment where young people can thrive. Let us work together to break down stigma, promote awareness, and champion the rights of every Filipino adolescent.
We call upon our fellow youth leaders, community members, and other institutions to stand with us in supporting this legislation and advocating for the cause that concerns the youth.
Together, we stand, for, with, and by the Filipino Youth!
Signed,
The 7th Sangguniang Kabataan of Apopong