HALT Palawan

01/05/2026

In line with its commitment to promote mental health awareness and su***de prevention among the youth, HALT Palawan, in collaboration with Compassion International and its local partners, successfully conducted a two-day series of awareness trainings for their partners and beneficiaries. A total of 120 youth participants were catered in two days, which aimed to provide a safe and supportive space where young people can better understand themselves, recognize their self-worth, and openly talk about life’s challenges.

The program featured culturally appropriate topics adapted to the level of the participants, who were primarily from the junior and senior high school levels. The sessions were designed to help participants reflect on their value as individuals, make life-giving choices, and better understand the influences shaping their generation—especially in today’s digital age. Through interactive activities and breakout group sessions, the program fostered openness, meaningful interaction, and a shared learning experience.

19/03/2026

Taos pusong pagbati at respeto sa isa sa mga haligi ng HALT Palawan [Help A Life Today]. Maligaya at mapagpalang kaarawan, Madam Nita Socrates! Isa kang tunay na inspiration sa ating hanay ng mga boluntaryong naninilbihan, sa gitna ng unos, bagyo, training, workshops atbp.

Ikaw pirming "Go na Go" animan, matamang salamat kanimo moro 'sa kaw nga modelo kanamen.

06/03/2026

In support of strengthening mental health and psychosocial support services in schools, Psychological First Aid (PFA) Training for Elementary Guidance Designates was successfully facilitated by HALT Palawan in partnership with Puerto Princesa City DepEd and City Health Office held last March 4–5, 2026 at The Venue, Southwind Palawan. The activity aimed to equip elementary guidance designates with the necessary knowledge and skills to provide immediate psychological support to learners experiencing distress, especially during crises and emergencies.

The training focused on enhancing the participants’ understanding of the basic principles and core actions of Psychological First Aid. It emphasized promoting safety, calmness, connectedness, self-efficacy, and hope among learners who may be affected by stressful or traumatic events.

Throughout the two-day training, participants actively engaged in lectures, group discussions, workshops, and simulation exercises. These activities helped them identify signs of emotional distress among students, practice supportive listening, and learn appropriate ways of responding to learners who may need immediate psychosocial support. The participants were also oriented on proper referral mechanisms to ensure that students requiring further professional help receive the appropriate intervention.

The activity highlighted the vital role of teachers and guidance designates as frontliners in promoting a safe, supportive, and nurturing school environment. By strengthening their competencies in Psychological First Aid, schools are better prepared to address the psychosocial needs of learners and ensure timely support during challenging situations.

28/01/2026

Isang taos-pusong pagbati po sa araw ng iyong kapanganakan, Dr. Carmela Encarnacion. Salamat sa iyong walang humpay at walang sawang suporta, Panalangin at Pakikibahagi bilang parte ng HALT Palawan sa pamamagitan ng iyong teknikal na kaalaman sa usapin at serbisyong Mental Health PsychoSocial Support.

Para po sa Panginoon at sa Lipunan, maligayang kaarawan po, Dok Carmela!

17/01/2026

As a local, volunteer NGO, Help A Life Today - Palawan [HALT] has been active in providing Mental Health PsychoSocial Support [MHPSS] services in the province of Palawan since 2020.

Our hearts are overwhelmed with gratefulness because, despite very limited resources, our volunteers have been tirelessly serving to meet the ever growing demands for such services. Thankful also for the support from generous donors, our families, friends and colleagues far and wide who lent a hand whenever needs arose.

Most recently, someone with a huge, generous heart decided to partner with us by way of encouraging her family and friends to give to us. This is in lieu of birthday presents for her so we could continue our mandate in responding to various requests for technical and moral support from schools and communities that have been confronted with mental health and psychosocial challenges.
The demand for such support services has been increasing. The number of su***de incidence in the province has been very alarming. The harvest is aplenty. The laborers afew.
But we will press on.

From all of us at HALT - Palawan Matamang salamat kanindong tanan ig kaloi'an kitang tanan sateng Gino! Soli Deo Gloria!

27/12/2025

24/12/2025

Isang pagpupugay sa isang napakagaling, napakasipag, napakabait, napaka-talentadong kasamahan sa kilusang HALT Palawan, sa araw ng iyong kapanganakan, kami ay lubos na nagpapasalamat sa Ama dahil sa iyong buhay na inilaan mo sa serbisyo para sa Panginoon at lipunan.

Maligayang kaarawan po, maam Vivien Montes.

20/10/2025

Aimed at equipping Frontliners for Mental Health Response in Coron, 💙✨

HALT Palawan, in collaboration with local partners- PSU Coron Campus, Coron School of Fisheries, Claudio Sandoval Elementary School, Coron District Hospital, and Dignadice Medical Clinic-Conducted a two-day Workshop on June 5-6, 2025 a Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) for frontliners and community representatives in Coron.

This initiative was the first in a series to build & strengthen the capacity of teachers, health workers, social workers, youth, and church leaders in responding to mental health challenges in the island by turning Compassion into Concrete action. 🌿

19/10/2025

Help a Life Today (HALT) Palawan in collaboration with Palawan National School Peer Facilitators Club facilitated “RACE Against Su***de Symposium” held last September 16, 2025 at Convention Center, NCCC Mall Palawan. 🩵💙

As part of Su***de Prevention Awareness Month, this activity aims to educate the learners to become effective gatekeepers in the school setting to prevent su***de within the community through appropriate identification, management, and referral of learners at risk.

Together let us CHANGE THE NARRATIVE ON SU***DE! It is about transforming how we perceive this complex issue. It’s about shifting from a culture of silence and lack of understanding to one of openness, empathy, and support. Aiming to inspire individuals, communities, organizations, and governments to engage in open and honest discussions about su***de and suicidal behaviour. By initiating these vital conversations, we can break down barriers, raise awareness, and create better cultures of understanding and support.

So together, let us break the stigma, start the conversation, and make the difference!

Healing is possible! ✨✨✨

19/10/2025

Bridging Generations at San Jose National High School! HALT volunteers sharing Gen Z truths + Mental Health Matters to dedicated parents. From Tiktok to Real Talk! 🌟💚

09/10/2025

Maligayang kaarawan sa isang mahusay na MHPSS practitioner. Mabuhay po Kayo Ma'am Noreen Justo.