Champions For Peace

19/10/2026

Guess who’s joining AYC 2026?

Three creators you’ve probably seen all over your feed are coming to Day 1 of the ASEAN Youth Conference 2026 Public Forum!

Don’t miss the chance to hear from them in person!
Register for the AYC 2026 Public Forum at bit.ly/AYC26PublicForum

Deadline: 21 October 2026, 11:59 PM (PHT)
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Co-Organized with Quezon City Government

Corporate Sponsors:
Platinum Sponsor SM Fashion
Gold Sponsor DONUT PARK - Lucena City
Silver Sponsor Elle Casa Private Events and Pool

Academic, Institutional, and Civil Society Partners:
Singapore University of Social Sciences
DLS-CSB School of Diplomacy and Governance
New Era University
Biliran Province State University
TEJO (World Esperanto Youth Organization)
Kabataan sa Kartilya ng Katipunan (K*K)
Sangguniang Kabataan Barangay Payatas, Quezon City
FPJ Youth
NYC

Knowledge Partners:
Russco University
Champions For Peace
Asia Society for Social Improvement and Sustainable Transformation
Claudio Teehankee Foundation
MentalHealthPH
GCash

Media: When In Manila

19/10/2026

We’re bringing the spirit of peacebuilding to the conversation on ASEAN’s future! 🇵🇭

Featuring Claire De Lune Lopez, Programme Lead of Champions for Peace (CFP), who will take the stage as one of the speakers at the ASEAN Youth Conference (AYC) 2026 Public Forum — Day 1! 🎤

💬 As a speaker for “Cultivating Digital Civic Spaces for Human Rights,” Claire will join fellow changemakers in exploring how digital spaces can become platforms for participation, inclusion, and the protection of human rights.

At Champions For Peace, we believe young people are more than just the next generation of leaders — they are peacebuilders, bridge-builders, and changemakers today. 🌱 Through meaningful dialogue and collective action, we can help shape a more inclusive, resilient, and peaceful ASEAN where every voice matters.

📌 Register here: bit.ly/AYC26PublicForum
⏰ Registration closes on 21 October 2026, at 11:59 PM (PHT).

Let’s show up, speak up, and build a future where peace and human rights go hand in hand. See you in Manila, ASEAN youth! 🤝✨

16/10/2026

16/10/2026

𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗣 𝗜𝗦 𝗔𝗕𝗢𝗨𝗧 𝗜𝗡𝗦𝗣𝗜𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗣𝗘𝗔𝗖𝗘 𝗧𝗛𝗥𝗢𝗨𝗚𝗛 𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦. ✨

“My experience in PeaceTa Project was truly meaningful. It taught me the importance of listening, understanding differences, and building peace. Yes, it helped me grow as a leader because leadership is not just about leading others, but also inspiring peace through our actions.”

— Cassandra P. Bughaw
PeaceTa Delegate

🌱 Cassandra’s reflection reminds us that meaningful leadership begins with the willingness to listen, learn from others, and understand perspectives beyond our own. Building peace requires more than words; it calls for patience, empathy, and everyday actions that foster respect and understanding.

Through PeaceTa, young leaders are reminded that they can make a difference by creating spaces where people feel heard, embracing diversity, and choosing understanding over division. After all, peacebuilding begins with us—in the way we listen, the way we lead, and the way we treat one another.

May we continue to carry these lessons into our schools and communities, inspiring others to become active participants in building a more peaceful and inclusive society. 🤝

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PeaceTa: Celebrating Diversity, Cultivating Peace is a youth-led peacebuilding initiative that brings young people together to celebrate diversity, foster understanding, strengthen social cohesion, and create meaningful actions for peace.

The project is organized by the Youth for Humanity Project, Rotaract Club of Iligan Bay, Akbayan Youth – Iligan & Lanao, and the SK Federation of Iligan City, with support from Champions for Peace.

15/10/2026

𝗔𝗡 𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗡 𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗗, 𝗔 𝗪𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗧, 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗔 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗨𝗢𝗨𝗦 𝗝𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗡𝗘𝗬 𝗢𝗙 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚. ✨

“As a student leader, I believe that learning never stops. One of my reasons for joining the PEACETA Project was to gain new knowledge and broaden my understanding of the world.

Throughout the two-day event, I learned a lot about culture, beliefs, diversity, and peacebuilding. Even though I have a wide circle of friends, I realized that there is still so much to learn about their cultures, traditions, and beliefs. This experience taught me the importance of respecting differences, understanding different perspectives, and building connections with people from diverse backgrounds.

I am truly grateful for this opportunity because it reminded me that 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐞 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐛𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝, 𝐚 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐤𝐞𝐞𝐩 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠. Let’s continue to go beyond our comfort zones, embrace diversity, promote peace, and share the knowledge we gain with others!”

— John Michael A. Dayte
PeaceTa Delegate

🌱 John Michael’s reflection reminds us that even when we have friends from different backgrounds, genuine understanding requires more than simply being around one another. It calls for curiosity, active listening, and a willingness to learn about the cultures, traditions, and beliefs that shape people's experiences. Through PeaceTa, young leaders are encouraged to recognize these differences not as barriers, but as opportunities to build stronger relationships, foster mutual respect, and cultivate peace in their communities. 💛🕊️

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🌿 PeaceTa: Celebrating Diversity, Cultivating Peace is a youth-led peacebuilding initiative that brings young people together to celebrate diversity, foster understanding, strengthen social cohesion, and create meaningful actions for peace.

The project is organized by the Youth for Humanity Project, Rotaract Club of Iligan Bay, Akbayan Youth – Iligan & Lanao, and the SK Federation of Iligan City, with support from Champions for Peace.

15/10/2026

15/10/2026

🌱 𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗜𝗦 𝗔 𝗝𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗡𝗘𝗬, 𝗡𝗢𝗧 𝗔 𝗢𝗡𝗘-𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗘 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧

“The process of healing is not a one-time event, and you should understand that.”

— Sittie Aynah A. Camal, Resource Speaker
Session 1 – FIESTA: A Feast of Healing
PeaceTa: Celebrating Diversity, Cultivating Peace

Healing takes time, patience, and compassion. Let us remember to give ourselves and others the grace to grow, recover, and begin again. Every small step forward matters.

Because caring for ourselves and one another is also an act of peace. 🕊️

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PeaceTa: Celebrating Diversity, Cultivating Peace is a youth-led peacebuilding initiative that brings young people together to celebrate diversity, foster understanding, strengthen social cohesion, and create meaningful actions for peace.

The project is organized by the Youth for Humanity Project, Rotaract Club of Iligan Bay, Akbayan Youth – Iligan & Lanao, and the SK Federation of Iligan City, in partnership with various individuals, organizations, and institutions committed to building a more peaceful and inclusive Iligan.

15/10/2026

🌿 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗖𝗔𝗡𝗡𝗢𝗧 𝗣𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗙𝗥𝗢𝗠 𝗔𝗡 𝗘𝗠𝗣𝗧𝗬 𝗖𝗨𝗣

“Stress is not about having control... As student leaders, we face a lot of internal and external factors; so we must focus on healing ourselves first because we cannot pour from an empty cup.”

— Nicole Keith S. Alagenio, PeaceTa Delegate

Student leadership comes with challenges, responsibilities, and pressures. But caring for others also means learning to care for ourselves. 💚

At PeaceTa, we are reminded that prioritizing our well-being is not a weakness—it is an essential part of becoming more compassionate, resilient, and effective leaders.

Remember: Your well-being matters, too. 🕊️

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PeaceTa: Celebrating Diversity, Cultivating Peace is a youth-led peacebuilding initiative that brings young people together to celebrate diversity, foster understanding, strengthen social cohesion, and create meaningful actions for peace.

The project is organized by the Youth for Humanity Project, Rotaract Club of Iligan Bay, Akbayan Youth – Iligan & Lanao, and the SK Federation of Iligan City, in partnership with various individuals, organizations, and institutions committed to building a more peaceful and inclusive Iligan.

15/10/2026

💚 𝗜𝗧’𝗦 𝗢𝗞𝗔𝗬 𝗧𝗢 𝗖𝗥𝗬

“I believe it’s really okay to cry, especially ‘pag mabigat na.”

— Namirah-Reham S. Sayed, PeaceTa Delegate

Sometimes, healing begins when we allow ourselves to feel. Tears are not a sign of weakness; they can be a way of releasing the weight we carry. 🌱

At PeaceTa, we are reminded that we don’t always have to be strong. It’s okay to pause, to cry, and to ask for support. You deserve the same compassion you give to others. 🕊️

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PeaceTa: Celebrating Diversity, Cultivating Peace is a youth-led peacebuilding initiative that brings young people together to celebrate diversity, foster understanding, strengthen social cohesion, and create meaningful actions for peace.

The project is organized by the Youth for Humanity Project, Rotaract Club of Iligan Bay, Akbayan Youth – Iligan & Lanao, and the SK Federation of Iligan City, in partnership with various individuals, organizations, and institutions committed to building a more peaceful and inclusive Iligan.

15/10/2026

💚 𝗦𝗘𝗧𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗕𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗦 𝗜𝗦 𝗔𝗡 𝗔𝗖𝗧 𝗢𝗙 𝗦𝗘𝗟𝗙-𝗖𝗔𝗥𝗘

“Saying no is also important. A boundary is not an act of rejection, but an act of preservation.”

— Kirby Pangalo, PeaceTa Delegate

Learning to say no is part of learning to protect our peace. 🌱 Setting healthy boundaries allows us to honor our needs, preserve our well-being, and build healthier relationships with others.

At PeaceTa, we are reminded that caring for ourselves is just as important as caring for the people around us. You can be kind to others without abandoning yourself. 🕊️

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PeaceTa: Celebrating Diversity, Cultivating Peace is a youth-led peacebuilding initiative that brings young people together to celebrate diversity, foster understanding, strengthen social cohesion, and create meaningful actions for peace.

The project is organized by the Youth for Humanity Project, Rotaract Club of Iligan Bay, Akbayan Youth – Iligan & Lanao, and the SK Federation of Iligan City, in partnership with various individuals, organizations, and institutions committed to building a more peaceful and inclusive Iligan.