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𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐋𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 | 𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐨𝐫𝐲

RST Productions proudly congratulates the researchers behind the study:

“𝐒𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐎𝐔𝐓 𝐃𝐄𝐌𝐎𝐂𝐑𝐀𝐂𝐘: 𝐂𝐎-𝐂𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐍 𝐀𝐔𝐃𝐈𝐎-𝐁𝐀𝐒𝐄𝐃 𝐕𝐎𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐒’ 𝐄𝐃𝐔𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐓𝐎𝐎𝐋𝐊𝐈𝐓 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐁𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐃 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐔𝐀𝐋𝐋𝐘 𝐈𝐌𝐏𝐀𝐈𝐑𝐄𝐃 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐓𝐇”
🏆 Bruno, Kathleen Joy G.
🏆 Delos Reyes, Hazel Samantha G.
🏆 Medicielo, Ljyn M.
under the guidance of their Thesis Adviser, Mr. Nelmar A. Mallari

Your research reflects the true essence of development communication, using media and innovation to amplify voices, promote inclusivity, and empower communities through accessible voter education. This achievement stands as a testament to your dedication, compassion, and commitment to social transformation.

Your RST family celebrates this remarkable milestone with pride. May your work continue to inspire meaningful change and encourage more research that bridges communication, democracy, and inclusivity.

Padayon, mga DevCom mananaliksik!

🎉 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐒𝐢𝐫 𝐕𝐨𝐧! 🎂💐

To our amazing Sine-Sulong Core Team Member and dedicated DevCom Faculty, thank you for being a constant source of inspiration, creativity, and guidance to our Katalistas. Your passion for teaching and storytelling continues to shape voices, spark advocacy, and strengthen the Sine-Sulong spirit.

May this year bring you more meaningful stories, fulfilled dreams, and well-deserved joy. Here’s to celebrating you today and always! 💙🎬✨

𝐆𝐀𝐃 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐀𝐔, 𝐏𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐮𝐧𝐚𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐠 “𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐫 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐈𝐜𝐨𝐧” 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐚 𝐬𝐚 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲
Ulat ni Hainee Villegas

Isinagawa ng Gender and Development (GAD) Office ng Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) ang Color Your Icon na naglalayong ipakita ang kahalagahan ng gender equality, inclusivity, at empowerment sa pamamagitan ng malikhaing presentasyon. Lumahok ang iba’t ibang opisina at kolehiyo sa pagdidisenyo ng mga biswal na kumakatawan sa mga ikon na nagbibigay-inspirasyon at nagpapalakas ng kamalayan sa Gender and Development. Ipinakita ng aktibidad kung paano nagiging epektibong paraan ang visual communication sa paghahatid ng mensahe at pagpapalawak ng pag-unawa sa mga isyung panlipunan.

Nakuha ng Planning and Development Office ang Unang Pwesto dahil sa malinaw at makabuluhan nitong konsepto, sinundan ng Office of the University President na nagkamit ng Ikalawang Pwesto para sa maayos na presentasyon ng mensahe ng empowerment. Samantala, nakuha ng Socio-Cultural Development Office ang Ikatlong Pwesto sa pagpapakita ng kahalagahan ng kultura at identidad sa paghubog ng kamalayan sa lipunan. Ipinakita ng mga nagwaging kalahok ang kahalagahan ng komunikasyon sa pagpapalaganap ng gender equality at representasyon.

Nagkamit din ng Consolation Prizes ang External Linkages and International Affairs, University Library Services, Admission and Registration Services, VPRET/VPASA, CBM Dean’s Office, CBM-SC, Record Management Unit, TAU Hostel, College of Arts and Sciences, College of Engineering and Technology, Accounting, Procurement Management Unit, at CAO–Admin bilang pagkilala sa kanilang pakikiisa sa aktibidad. Ipinapakita nito ang patuloy na suporta ng pamantasan sa mga programang nagtataguyod ng Gender and Development. Sa pamamagitan ng ganitong gawain, patuloy na pinalalakas ang kamalayan, partisipasyon, at responsibilidad ng komunidad sa pagsusulong ng inklusibong lipunan.

💻 Mikka Ella Agustin

𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐞-𝐒𝐮𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐮𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐢𝐥𝐬 𝟔 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭-𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐝𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐋𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔
by Hazel Delos Reyes

Eye-opener documentaries encapsulated to drive social change - Sine-Sulong officially unveils the six student-led documentaries designed to highlight social issues, a creative pursuit for DevCom students to showcase stories of hope, struggle, and societal reality, on March 23.

The upcoming screening will feature six distinct films, each tackling a unique story namely: “Sala-Salang Buhay”, a look into the lives of those dependent on medical machines. “Sukdulang Biyaya”, who finds blessings and survival within piles of waste. “Sa Labas ng Talaan”, a story of children colliding with dreams facing hindrance due to being out of record.

“Dos Por Dos”, the risks of gambling and the loss of self in the sense of luck. “Kolorete”, the dignity of the deceased and the quiet work of mortuary makeup artists. And “Hatol” perspective on life behind bars and the agonizing wait for justice within the prison system.

On the other hand, the official screenings are scheduled for April 17, 2026, at the Farmers Training Center (FTC). The films will run in segments throughout the day, starting at 10:00 AM and concluding in the afternoon, tickets for the event are priced at PHP 30.00.

💻 Meca Vallejo

Mark the moment—something cinematic is coming on 04.17.26. 🎬

𝐏𝐇 𝐆𝐨𝐯’𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐨 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐝 𝐠𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐮𝐧𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐤𝐞
by Jessamin Rico

The Philippine government is strengthening programs to support Overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) amid global unemployment spike as recent geopolitical tensions elevated creating global uncertainties affecting most of the Filipino workers, in response programs are being expanded to help affected OFWs secure employment or start entrepreneurial ventures upon returning to the country.

According to Mr. Arsenio Balisacan, socioeconomic planning secretary, the government is prioritizing the creation of more quality jobs in the country by strengthening industries, improving workers’ skills, and preparing them for higher-value employment opportunities by building a resilient labor market. He said skill training programs help to equip job seekers to earn high-value jobs including repatriated OFWs.

Meanwhile, data shows from January 2026 from the Labor Force Survey (LFS) the decline in participation from women prioritizing family duties, the government is also working to increase job opportunities for women, whose labor force participation remains low due to barriers like domestic responsibilities and limited access to flexible work arrangements.

Furthermore, the government partnered with the Australian government through the Investing in Women program to launch the Juana Trabaho initiative, a framework aligned with the Philippine Development Plan (PDP) 2023–2028 aimed at increasing women’s participation in the workforce, this initiative allows to decrease unemployment rates in the Philippines while providing training and opportunities for long-term impact.

💻 Carol Jane Caragay