Community Based Diabetes Educators Group Incorporated - CBDEG

💡 Serving Beyond the Classroom: Moving Forward Together

​Our hearts are full of gratitude as the CBDEG Board of Directors and officers recently gathered for an evaluation meeting following our 3-day Brigada Eskwela initiative.

​Reflecting on the consecutive days of bayanihan, we are deeply humbled by the collective effort that made this project a true success. Seeing the community come together to prepare a safe, welcoming, and healthy environment for our students reminds us why grassroots action matters.

​Because of this year's impactful outcome, we are already inspired to duplicate and expand this initiative next year. True to our commitment to nation-building, CBDEG remains dedicated to supporting projects that nurture the health and well-being of our community's future leaders.

​Thank you to all the volunteers, partners, and officers who poured their time and heart into this endeavor. Together, we continue to build a healthier, stronger nation from the ground up! 🇵🇭✨

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𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡

The Zero Poverty PH 2030 (ZeP2030) Health and Social Services Cluster convened a meeting on May 29, 2026, following the coalition's restrategizing efforts. The meeting brought together 22 organizations, including Local Convenors and organizations working in health and social services, to discuss priority issues and opportunities for collaboration in improving health and social protection outcomes for vulnerable communities across the country.

The meeting was presided over by the Cluster Co-Leads, Zuellig Family Foundation President and Executive Director Austere A. Panadero and World Vision Development Foundation, Inc. National Director Dr. Herbert Q. Carpio. Discussions centered on priority issues identified through family profiling conducted by ZeP2030 Local Convergences, as well as concerns raised by meeting participants.

Key health concerns raised included malnutrition, teenage pregnancy, HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, mental health, inadequate treatment and rehabilitation support for cancer patients and persons with disabilities, capacity-building needs of local health workers, and limited access to health promotion and information services. Supply-side constraints were also identified as contributing factors to these challenges.

For Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH), access to safe water and sanitation facilities still emerged as a critical concern. Meanwhile, social protection issues highlighted the need for stronger support for internally displaced persons and families, improved access to government assistance programs, streamlined PWD registration processes, and enhanced child protection and safeguarding mechanisms.

Participants also discussed cross-cutting concerns that influence health and well-being, including access to livelihood opportunities, climate resilience for agriculture and fisheries, capacity development for farmers and agro-fishery workers, education and scholarship support, and food security and access to nutritious food.

The meeting reaffirmed the cluster's commitment to harnessing collective expertise, resources, and partnerships to strengthen health and social services interventions and contribute to ZeP2030's shared goal of improving the income and access to essential social services of 100,000 poor Filipino families by 2030.

Recognition & Gratitude: Brigada Eskwela 2026
We are deeply honored to share that CBDEG has received a Certificate of Appreciation from Mariano C. San Juan Elementary School!

This recognition was given for our active participation and support during their recent Brigada Eskwela campaign, helping prepare a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for our students and teachers.

A huge thank you to the faculty, staff, and PTA of Mariano C. San Juan Elementary School for this heartwarming acknowledgment. More importantly, kudos to our dedicated CBDEG volunteers who showed up, worked hard, and made this possible. Your commitment to service continues to inspire!

🏫 BRIGADA ESKWELA 2026: HEALTHY TEACHERS, HEALTHY SCHOOL!

​Day 3 of Brigada Eskwela at Patunhay Calahan Elementary School was not just about cleaning and painting—it was also about equipping our hard-working educators with the knowledge to protect their health!

​Yesterday, the CBDEG team successfully conducted a Diabetes Awareness Talk dedicated entirely to our beloved teachers. Because our teachers spend so much time taking care of our children, we want to make sure they are also well-equipped to take care of themselves.

​The session focused on:
✅ Prevention: Practical tips on healthy eating, staying active, and managing stress amidst busy school schedules.

✅ Management: Recognizing the early signs of diabetes and how to properly manage it if diagnosed.

✅ Empowerment: Ensuring our school is a supportive environment for health and wellness.

​When our teachers have the right knowledge on diabetes prevention and management, they can lead healthier lives and pass those good habits on to our students.

​A huge thank you to the faculty and staff of Patunhay Calahan Elementary School for your warm welcome and active participation! Let’s keep working together for a healthier, diabetes-free community.

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Brigada Eskwela 2026: Day 3

Serving the heart of our schools! For the third day of Brigada Eskwela, the Community Based Diabetes Educators Group Inc. (CBDEG) team extended our health outreach to the dedicated educators, administrators, and parents of Patunhay Calahan Elementary School.

A healthy community is the foundation of a strong education system, and we are grateful for the opportunity to contribute to nation-building by ensuring our modern-day heroes are fit and ready for the upcoming school year.

❤️ A Heartfelt Thank You
Our deepest gratitude goes out to the incredible individuals who made this day possible:

Our dedicated Diabetes Information Officers (DIOs)
Our passionate Volunteers
Our committed CBDEG Officers

Thank you for selflessly giving your time and energy to provide free blood pressure and blood sugar monitoring. Your unwavering commitment to grassroots health education continues to bridge the gap and uplift our community.

Together, let’s keep working toward a healthier, well-informed, and empowered tomorrow for our schools and our nation! 🇵🇭✨

Day 2 of Brigada Eskwela at Looc Elementary School! ✨

We are back at it again for another productive day of community service and preparation for the upcoming school year! Today, the Community Based Diabetes Educators Group (CBDEG), Inc. officers, alongside our dedicated volunteers and the Diabetes Information Officers (DIO), joined hands to support our hard-working educators and school staff.

Because a healthy school starts with healthy heroes, CBDEG provided free blood pressure (BP) and blood sugar (RBS) monitoring for all Looc Elementary School personnel today. Taking care of those who take care of our children is at the very heart of what we do! ❤️🩺

A massive thank you to the school administration for welcoming us, and to our amazing volunteers and officers who poured their time and energy into today's mission. Together, we are building a healthier, safer, and readier community for our students!

COMMUNITY CORNER: CBDEG in Action at Brigada Eskwela 2026! 🩺

Today, the Community Based Diabetes Educators Group Inc. (CBDEG) officers, alongside our dedicated Diabetes Information Officers (DIO), joined hands with the community for the annual Brigada Eskwela at M.C. San Juan Elementary School!

While volunteers, parents, and teachers worked hard to prepare the classrooms for the upcoming school year, our team made sure to take care of the health of our hardworking educators and non-teaching personnel.

We provided free Blood Pressure (BP) monitoring and Blood Sugar monitoring to ensure our school staff are healthy, energized, and ready for the school year ahead.

Take a look at some highlights from today’s health mission:

33 Total Beneficiaries: Keeping our beloved teachers and staff health-conscious!

Our Mission: Bringing preventive healthcare and diabetes awareness straight to the heart of our community.

A huge thank you to the administration of M.C. San Juan Elementary School for the warm welcome, and to our tireless CBDEG officers and DIOs for their service!

Together, we are building a healthier, more vibrant community—one school at a time.

📸 Fe Felix