The Young Achievers' Club

28/12/2025

𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀’ 𝗖𝗹𝘂𝗯 @ 𝟮𝟳
𝘗𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘔𝘢𝘳𝘬 𝘕𝘰𝘭𝘢𝘯 𝘕𝘢𝘳𝘢𝘫𝘢 𝘚𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘴 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘊𝘩𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘮𝘢𝘴 𝘔𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘢𝘨𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘗𝘦𝘰𝘱𝘭𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘚𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘰 𝘙𝘶𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘢 🎄

San Fabian, Pangasinan – The Young Achievers’ Club proudly celebrates its 27th anniversary alongside its Annual Christmas Ball with a heartfelt message from its President, Hon. Mark Nolan Naraja, who also serves as a Pangasinan Provincial Youth Development Council (PYDC) Member and CSO Representative in the San Fabian Local Development Council.

Although he could not attend in person due to professional commitments, President Naraja extended his deepest gratitude to the Club’s officers, advisers, and supporters, highlighting the values of service, unity, and dedication that have guided the organization for nearly three decades. ✨

Reflecting on the spirit of the ABS-CBN 2025 Christmas Station ID theme, “Love, Joy, Hope: Sabay Tayo Ngayong Pasko”, Naraja reminded everyone that the season is not just about celebrations and gifts, but about love, kindness, and hope, and the power of coming together as a community. He encouraged the members and the people of Sitio Russia to continue carrying these values in their daily lives, spreading positivity and compassion wherever they go. 🌟

President Naraja also shared his thoughts on the event itself:

“I sincerely apologize for not being able to attend the preparation and actual event due to my work. I have, however, entrusted the entire program to Secretary Apple, Treasurer Je-an, Auditor Gielene, and all the board members, confident that they will carry it out successfully.”

The 27th anniversary celebration highlights the Club’s enduring commitment to empowering youth, fostering leadership, and inspiring hope within the community. From nurturing young leaders to participating in local governance and civic initiatives, the Club continues to demonstrate how unity, dedication, and heartfelt service can create meaningful change for generations to come.

The celebration serves as a reminder of the power of community, collaboration, and commitment, as the Young Achievers’ Club looks forward to many more years of serving, inspiring, and uplifting the people of Sitio Russia.

𝓜𝓪𝓻𝓪𝓶𝓲𝓷𝓰 𝓼𝓪𝓵𝓪𝓶𝓪𝓽 𝓹𝓸 𝓼𝓪 𝓵𝓪𝓱𝓪𝓽, 𝓪𝓽 𝓶𝓪𝓵𝓲𝓰𝓪𝔂𝓪𝓷𝓰 𝓟𝓪𝓼𝓴𝓸 𝓪𝓽 𝓶𝓪𝓷𝓲𝓰𝓸𝓷𝓰 𝓫𝓪𝓰𝓸𝓷𝓰 𝓽𝓪𝓸𝓷! 🎁

24/12/2025

Christmas is finally here—the season of lights, laughter, parols, and those unforgettable nights of noche buena with family. It’s that time of the year when our hearts feel a little warmer, our smiles a little brighter, and even the simplest things—like a small act of kindness or a shared meal—feel truly magical.

To the youth of Pangasinan, I want to say this from the heart: I see you. I see your dreams, your struggles, your determination, and the way you strive to make a difference in your families, communities, and our province. I know it hasn’t always been easy.

Some days feel heavy, some challenges feel bigger than your shoulders, and some of your voices feel unheard. But this Christmas, I want you to remember that you are seen, you are valued, and you matter. Every step you take, no matter how small, creates ripples of hope and change. Your energy, creativity, and courage are gifts—not just to yourselves, but to all of Pangasinan.

To all the people of Pangasinan, I know this year has had its share of challenges. There were moments of worry, fatigue, and uncertainty. Yet, time and time again, you have shown resilience, generosity, and bayanihan—the true Filipino spirit that reminds the world what it means to care for one another. This season is for you: for the families that cook together in small kitchens, for the neighbors who look out for one another, for the elders who continue to guide with love and wisdom. May this Christmas bring you comfort, laughter, and the simple joys that make life truly meaningful.

Christmas is more than gifts and decorations—it’s about love, hope, and togetherness. It’s about forgiving, reaching out, and sharing blessings, no matter how big or small. It’s about keeping the lights of hope alive even when life feels dark, and trusting that brighter days are always ahead.

As we celebrate this season, let us carry the spirit of Christmas beyond December. Let us continue to uplift each other, to listen with empathy, and to serve with kindness. Let us nurture the dreams of our youth, honor the sacrifices of our elders, and never forget that every small act of goodness contributes to a stronger, more united Pangasinan.

From my heart to yours, I wish each of you a joyful, meaningful, and blessed Christmas. May your homes be filled with love, your hearts with gratitude, and your days with hope. Thank you for making our province not just a place on the map, but a community full of warmth, faith, and the beautiful spirit of the Filipino Christmas.

From my family to yours, my loving people of Pangasinan—Maligayang Pasko sa ating lahat! 🎄💫

𝓗𝓸𝓷. 𝓜𝓪𝓻𝓴 𝓝𝓸𝓵𝓪𝓷 𝓒. 𝓝𝓪𝓻𝓪𝓳𝓪
President, Young Achievers' Club
Member, Municipal Youth Development Council - San Fabian
Member, Provincial Youth Development Council - Pangasinan

22/12/2025

📰 𝗛𝗢𝗡. 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗞 𝗡𝗢𝗟𝗔𝗡 𝗡𝗔𝗥𝗔𝗝𝗔 𝗜𝗡 𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡
𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐈𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬: 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐍𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐲 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐬

San Fabian, Pangasinan — Hon. Mark Nolan C. Naraja, President of the Young Achievers' Club, Senior Majority Floor Leader of the San Fabian LYDC, and Member of the Pangasinan PYDC, actively participated in the 4th Quarter Meeting of the Provincial Youth Development Council today, December 22, 2025.

During the session, Hon. Naraja made the motion to file eight resolutions, all authored and sponsored by the members of the council, which are set to be taken up in the next session. The resolutions aim to recognize the achievements of youth leaders and to express gratitude for their contributions to youth development initiatives.

📌 Highlights of the Resolutions Filed:

1. Resolution thanking Mdm. Florence N. Berba for her dedicated service as Provincial Youth Development Officer (PYDO)

2. Resolutions congratulating PYDC representatives who represented the Province of Pangasinan during the 13th NYP Region 1 Assembly and the 13th NYP National Assembly:
• Hon. Angelo Tejoso
• Hon. Grevhen Quinton
• Hon. Mark Nolan C. Naraja

3. Resolutions recognizing elected youth leaders:
• Hon. Angelo Tejoso – Chairperson, Committee on Agriculture (NYP13-R1) & Chairperson, Committee on Social Inclusion/Peace Building (NYP13-Ph)
• Hon. Grevhen Quinton – Vice Chairperson, Committee on Agriculture (NYP13-R1) & Regional Convenor, Region 1 (NYP13-Ph)
• Hon. Mark Nolan C. Naraja – Vice Chairperson, Committee on Global Mobility (NYP13-R1)

The National Youth Parliament (NYP) is a biennial convention of youth leaders across the Philippines, organized by the National Youth Commission (NYC) under the Youth in Nation-Building Act (Republic Act No. 8044). It serves as a platform for young leaders to discuss pressing youth issues, exchange ideas, and craft resolutions and policy recommendations that can guide national programs and policies. The NYP strengthens youth participation in governance, promotes collaboration among youth leaders, and develops the next generation of active, engaged citizens.

Before the National Assembly, the NYC conducts regional assemblies in all regions of the Philippines. These regional gatherings allow youth leaders to identify local concerns, draft resolutions, and prepare for the National Assembly, ensuring that each region’s youth voices are properly represented in national policymaking. Participation in the National Assembly is limited to delegates who have attended their respective regional assemblies, promoting inclusive and representative youth leadership.

The 13th NYP Region 1 Assembly was held September 23–25, 2023, in Laoag City, Ilocos Norte, while the 13th NYP National Assembly took place November 17–21, 2025, in Vigan City, Ilocos Sur.

In addition to filing the resolutions, Hon. Naraja initiated sending formal letters to both the Governor of Pangasinan and the Sangguniang Panlalawigan (SP) to request courtesy calls:

1. Governor Hon. Ramon V. Guico, III: To present the resolutions from NYP13-R1 and NYP-Ph

2. Sangguniang Panlalawigan of Pangasinan, headed by Vice Governor Hon. Mark Ronald DG. Lambino as SP Presiding Officer: To present the resolutions and formally introduce the Provincial Youth Code, highlighting the province’s commitment to youth participation and development.

Through these initiatives, the council demonstrated leadership and unity, emphasizing the importance of recognizing achievements, fostering collaboration, and encouraging active youth participation in governance and development initiatives across the province.

💡 Key Message: Leadership thrives not just in personal accomplishments—it’s about lifting others up, celebrating collective successes, and inspiring the next generation of youth leaders.

10/11/2025

Residents of Sitio Sungyot, Nibaliw Narvarte, San Fabian, Pangasinan, took temporary shelter at the San Fabian Sports Center after their homes were damaged by strong winds and heavy rains brought by Typhoon . | via ANC 24/7

Residents of Sitio Sungyot, Nibaliw Narvarte, San Fabian, Pangasinan, took temporary shelter at the San Fabian Sports Center after their homes were damaged by strong winds and heavy rains brought by Typhoon . | via ANC 24/7

Link to full story in the comments section.

09/11/2025

Super Typhoon is now traversing the Luzon landmass. In light of this, the Young Achievers' Club encourages all affected to be vigilant and evacuate as much as possible.

For further help, here are the emergency hotlines for you to contact.

Stay safe and dry, and keep on praying.

09/09/2025

ICYMI

YOUNG ACHIEVERS' CLUB IS NOW A CSO!

The Young Achievers' Club got the approval of its application of accreditation as a Civil Society Organization in the Municipality of San Fabian on committee level. The accreditation was approved during the committee hearing of the Sangguniang Bayan's Committee on Cooperative and Livelihood, NGOs, and CSOs headed by Hon. Melody R. Rapallo-Erfe, with Hon. Rolando J. Pedralvez, Hon. Marieta C. Cuaresma and CSO Desk Officer Jonathan C. Gacosta in attendance, on August 29, 2025 at the SB Session Hall, San Fabian, Pangasinan with 55 other cooperatives and organizations submitted applications for accreditation.

Organization President and Pangasinan PYDC Member, Hon. Mark Nolan Naraja attended the committee hearing. The Young Achievers' Club received praise from the committee for being the first organization to submit complete and appropriate requirements prescribed by Memorandum Circular No. 2025-060 of the Department of the Interior and Local Government that opted its approval on committee level.

The resolution for the Young Achievers' Club's accreditation as a CSO is set to be taken up on 2nd reading by the Sangguniang Bayan on one of the upcoming regular sessions of the body.

Accreditation of Civil Society Organizations is mandated under Section 108 of Republic Act No. 7160, otherwise known as the "Local Government Code of 1991".

-- SANGGUNIANG BAYAN NG SAN FABIAN --
** COMMITTEE ON COPPERATIVE, LIVELIHOOD, NGOs and CSOs **

Chairperson:
HON. MELODY R. RAPALLO-ERFE

Vice Chairperson:
HON. MAMERTO A. MALANUM

Members:
HON. ROLANDO J. PEDRALVEZ
HON. FINA I. IBASAN
HON. CHELSEA MAE N. NARVASA

12/05/2025

With the 2025 Mid-term Elections almost comes to an end and results came in, the Young Achievers' Club would like to congratulate the following victors:

Governor, Province of Pangasinan
HON. RAMON V. GUICO, III

Vice Governor, Province of Pangasinan
HON. MARK RONALD DG. LAMBINO

Member of the House of Representative for the Province of Pangasinan representing the 4th Legislative District
HON. MARIA GEORGINA P. DE VENECIA

Members of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan of Pangasinan representing the 4th Provincial Dirstrict
1 - HON. MARINOR B. DE GUZMAN
2 - HON. JERRY AGERICO B. ROSARIO

Mayor, Municipality of San Fabian
HON. MARLYN E. AGBAYANI

Vice Mayor, Municipality of San Fabian
HON. CONSTANTE B. AGBAYANI

Members of the Sangguniang Bayan of San Fabian
1 - HON. FINA I. IBASAN
2 - HON. MELODY R. RAPALLO-REFE
3 - HON. CHELSEA MAE N. NARVASA
4 - HON. MAMERTO A. MALANUM
5 - HON. MARIETA C. CUARESMA
6 - HON. HERCULES P. MAGLIBAA
7 - HON. KIMBERLY G. BANDARLIPE
8 - HON. ROLANDO J. PEDRALVEZ

The Young Achievers' Club, as the first youth-serving organization to be registered in San Fabian, will commit in helping you in service the youth and the community.

CONGRATULATIONS AND MABUHAY SA INYO!

08/05/2025

BREAKING NEWS:

HABEMUS PAPAM!!!

Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost is elected Pope by the 2025 Papal Conclave. He took the papal name Leo XIV.

Pope Leo XIV is the first cardinal from the United States and North America to be elected as Pope.

Source: ABS-CBN News/Reuters/Vatican Media

08/05/2025

HABEMUS PAPAM!!!

BREAKING NEWS:

The 2025 Papal Conclave just elected its 267th Pope!

After three rounds of voting, the long-awaited white smoke emerged from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel.

Announcement of the new pope is still to come.

Stay tuned for more updates.

Source: EWTN

08/05/2025

- May 8, 2025

The Young Achievers' Club furnished a copy of its resolution expressing deepest sympathies and condolences to the bereaved family of Mrs. Delia S. Tempra, who died May 4, 2025.

Mrs. Tempra was a pioneer of the organization as President of Achievers' Club - the organization's adult counterpart, from 2004 to 2008.

The Young Achievers' Club deeply appreciates and salutes Mrs. Tempra for her contributions to the organization and for being part of the organization's history.

The resolution was passed by the Executive Board on a Special Session called last May 5, 2025, a day after Mrs. Tempra's death.

Pangasinan PYDC Member and Organization President Mark Nolan Naraja, and Former SK Kagawad and Organization Board Member/Treasurer Maria Je-an Naraja presented the furnished copy of the resolution to the family of Mrs. Tempra, who in turn decided to put the resolution on top of Mrs. Tempra's casket beside her portrait which the organization deeply appreciates.

Principal Author: President Mark Nolan Naraja
Sponsor(s): All Members of the Board
Approved: May 5, 2025

12/10/2024

The new Executive Board of The Young Achievers' Club, with President Mark Nolan Naraja presiding, just conducted a general assembly with the following agenda:

1.) 26th Anniversary and Christmas Ball - discussed on how will be the flow of the event. Informed the board that the event also includes a RAFFLE DRAW with prizes are at stake. The organization was established on December 29, 1998 and this year will be the organization's 26th year and the event will be held on December 29, 2024. This will be the very first main event of the organization since 2020, when the world halted after the CoViD-19 Pandemic struck. Also discussed how the organization achieved so many milestones all throughout the years since its foundation.

2.) 2025 National and Local Elections - discussed on how the organization show support on the candidates for the upcoming elections. The organization expressed support on the candidacy of the incumbent Mayor Marlyn Espino-Agbayani and Vice Mayor Constante Batrina Agbayani. The organization is set to discuss their endorsement of other candidates for Governor, Vice Governon, 4th District Representative, Two (2) Sangguniang Panlalawigan Members representing the 4th District, and Eight (8) Sangguniang Bayan Members for San Fabian. Discussed on the influence of the youth in the upcoming elections.

3.) New Executive Board - discussed the new structure of the organization.

4.) The new Board approved a number of Resolutions filed in line with the reorganization and the upcoming 26th Anniversary celebration.

Attended the assembly were:

Mark Nolan Naraja - President/Presiding Officer
Mary Apple Naraja - Board Member/Secretary
Maria Je-an Naraja - Board Member/Treasurer
Jessica Permison - Board Member/Public Information Officer
Gielene Mananon - Board Member/Auditor
Mark Joseph Angelo Naraja - Board Member
Jimbo Permison - Board Member
Mark Je-no Naraja - Board Member/Chief Peace Officer
Crawford Jay Naraja - Board Member
Mike Lawrence Martinez - Board Member
Richard Mananon, Jr. - Board Member
Richella Naraja - Board Member

The assembly adjourned at exactly 7:00pm.