Involved Citizens

21/08/2026

Felicitations to our co-founder and incumbent president of ICTzens, Mr. Sihawi P. Lala, Jr., and our coveted tutor, Ms. Sohaylah B. Manabilang, for their undeterred commitment in championing cultural preservation and youth empowerment. Together, let us hear their insights on issues germane to youth and the upcoming BARMM Parliamentary Election.

12/08/2026

Nurturing Minds, Strengthening Faith.

ICTzens Summer Reboot participants joined Project Pustura’s Islamic–Mental Health Workshop, engaging in meaningful discussions and activities on emotional well-being, coping, self-reflection, and the role of faith in navigating life’s challenges.

12/08/2026

In response to an invitation from Project Pustura: Super Halina Initiatives, 15 ICTzens Summer Reboot participants took part in the Islamic–Mental Health Workshop held at IPDM on August 8, 2026.

The participants—Abdullah Nishat B. Sacar, Moh’d Ziyad M. Nasser, Zulfahar B. Abduljalil, Mohammad Hyan B. Abdulrahman, Sophia Zhyreen G. Zapanta, Safah S. Ambor, Railyn B. Pangandaman, Halimah Sophia L. Sampaco, Marwa O. Maulana, Safah O. Maulana, Alyssa B. H. Ibrahem, Fatina Aaesha U. Miraato, Rhaifah C. Ramos, Fatmah O. Palawan, and Jonainah G. Dardagan—engaged in meaningful conversations, interactive activities, and moments of reflection centered on emotional awareness, healthy coping, self-reflection, and the connection between faith and mental well-being. The experience highlighted the importance of nurturing both the mind and soul while fostering a stronger sense of purpose, compassion, and community among young people.

03/08/2026

𝑺𝒊𝒉𝒂𝒘𝒊 𝑷. 𝑳𝒂𝒍𝒂 𝑱𝒓. 𝒊𝒏 𝑺𝒆𝒓𝒗𝒊𝒄𝒆 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝑷𝒆𝒂𝒄𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑰𝒏𝒄𝒍𝒖𝒔𝒊𝒗𝒆 𝑳𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒉𝒊𝒑

ICTzens proudly recognizes Sihawi P. Lala Jr. for representing Mindanao State University at the 4th Bangsamoro Youth Parliament as Vice Chairperson of the Committee on Peacebuilding and Security, Social Inclusion, and Equity. Through this leadership role, he joined fellow young parliamentarians in legislative simulations, policy deliberations, and meaningful discussions that advanced peacebuilding, inclusive governance, and youth participation across the Bangsamoro.

May this remarkable milestone continue to inspire young leaders to serve with integrity, lead with purpose, and champion initiatives that create lasting impact within their communities. ICTzens proudly celebrates Sihawi's unwavering commitment to empowering the youth and contributing to a more peaceful, inclusive, and progressive Bangsamoro.

03/08/2026

𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑭𝒖𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆 𝒐𝒇 𝑩𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒔𝒂𝒎𝒐𝒓𝒐 𝑩𝒆𝒈𝒊𝒏𝒔 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 𝒊𝒕𝒔 𝒀𝒐𝒖𝒕𝒉

𝑰𝒏𝒔𝒑𝒊𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈 • 𝑳𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈 • 𝑺𝒆𝒓𝒗𝒊𝒏𝒈

We proudly celebrate the successful conduct of the 4th Bangsamoro Youth Parliament, held from July 27–31, 2026, in Cotabato City, where exceptional young leaders from across the Bangsamoro came together to participate in legislative simulations, policy deliberations, and meaningful dialogue on the region’s most pressing concerns. Organized by the Bangsamoro Youth Commission, the parliament served as a transformative platform for nurturing principled leadership, strengthening democratic participation, and empowering the next generation to champion inclusive governance, lasting peace, and sustainable development.

𝑨 𝑯𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒇𝒆𝒍𝒕 𝑻𝒓𝒊𝒃𝒖𝒕𝒆

We extend our sincerest congratulations to every delegate whose dedication, intellect, and passion made this historic gathering a resounding success. We especially recognize the delegates from Mindanao State University for exemplifying excellence, integrity, and servant leadership throughout the parliament.

May this milestone inspire every young Bangsamoro to continue leading with courage, serving with compassion, and building a future founded on unity, justice, and inclusive progress.

𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝒗𝒐𝒊𝒄𝒆𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝒕𝒐𝒅𝒂𝒚 𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒍𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝒕𝒐𝒎𝒐𝒓𝒓𝒐𝒘. 🤍💚❤️

21/07/2026

21/07/2026

Voices that inspire. Stories that empower.

ICTzens proudly celebrates Sihawi P. Lala Jr. for representing the organization as a featured guest on MORO TALKS, alongside Sohaylah B. Manabilang, a Summer Reboot Tutor. Together, they shared meaningful conversations on youth leadership, cultural identity, and community engagement, highlighting the role of young leaders in creating positive change across the Bangsamoro.

Congratulations on representing your respective communities with purpose and passion. We look forward to the impact your stories will continue to inspire.

19/07/2026

From Awareness to Action.

ICTzens was proudly represented by Sihawi P. Lala Jr., Nor Habiba D. Macabalang, and Mohammad Raffy A. Gamal during the Seminar and Workshop on Peacebuilding & Voters' Education with the theme, "Awareness to Action: Empowering Communities for Peace and Good Governance." Through the invitation of Ma'am Fatima Sakina A. Otara, LPT, SCL of Global Marawi, the delegates volunteered and participated in the Pagkakaisa Para sa Moro Youth Council (PPMYC)-initiated program, engaging in meaningful discussions that promoted peacebuilding, responsible citizenship, and informed voter participation—strengthening their commitment to becoming advocates for positive change within their communities.