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HAPPY INTERNATIONAL SEAFARERS DAY!

MMP Legaspi is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: VISTA MARITIMA FORUM on MARITIME PHILIPPINES AGENDA
Time: May 9, 2025 01:00 PM Singapore
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𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗪𝗢𝗠𝗘𝗡'𝗦 𝗗𝗔𝗬 | Let's Celebrate Amazing Women!

IWD belongs to all who care about women's equality. Celebrate women's achievement. Raise awareness about discrimination. Take action to forge gender parity. All IWD activity is valid, that's what makes IWD so inclusive - Internationalwomensday.com

May this festive season bring you peace, joy, and happiness. Wishing you all the best as you celebrate with family and friends. May the year ahead be filled with new opportunities, love, and beautiful moments!

𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗠𝗢 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰: 𝗔 𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗙𝗬𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗘 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗞𝗘𝗛𝗢𝗟𝗗𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗘𝗡𝗩𝗜𝗥𝗢𝗡𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗟 𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗢𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗦

On September 30, 2024, the Mariners Polytechnic Colleges Foundation-Legazpi City (MPCF-LC) hosted the closing program of the Maritime Archipelagic Nation Awareness Month (MANAMo), spotlighting the critical role of maritime conservation and the seafaring community's responsibility in environmental stewardship. The hybrid event took place at the AVR of Mariners Main Campus.

The program opened with a message from Ms. Merle Jimenez-San Pedro, President of Women in Maritime Asia (WIMA Asia) and WIMA Philippines and MPCF-LC, on the pivotal role of women in maritime leadership and cross-regional collaboration.

Ms. Lydia B. Cervantes, Co-Chair of MANAMo, introduced the segment and acknowledged representatives from various sectors, including the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), Philippine Coast Guard Auxiliary (PCGA), Philippine National Police Maritime Group (PNP MG), Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA), Philippine Ports Authority (PPA), and the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA).

A key highlight of the event was the Oath to the Ocean, a symbolic commitment made by maritime stakeholders to prioritize the protection and preservation of marine ecosystems. This oath, taken by representatives from government agencies, shipping and manning companies, and students, served as a unified pledge to uphold sustainable maritime practices, reduce pollution, and safeguard the biodiversity of the seas.

Lastly, Dr. Nila B. Oñate, who represented the institution at the WIMA Asia Conference in Busan, South Korea, provided a recap of the international event, emphasizing the importance of global maritime cooperation and their benchmarking with two maritime institutions in Busan.

𝗠𝗣𝗖𝗙-𝗟𝗖 𝗣𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗠𝗣𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 𝗪𝗢𝗠𝗘𝗡’𝗦 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗣 𝗔𝗧 𝗪𝗜𝗠𝗔 𝗔𝗦𝗜𝗔 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗙𝗘𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗜𝗡 𝗕𝗨𝗦𝗔𝗡

Representatives from the Mariners Polytechnic Colleges Foundation (MPCF) Legazpi City, led by President Ms. Merle Jimenez-San Pedro, joined the Women in Maritime Asia (WIMA Asia) Regional Conference and Annual General Meeting (AGM) held from September 10-12, 2024, in Busan, South Korea. Themed "Tides of Change: Women Leading to a Sustainable and Innovative Maritime Future," the conference gathered maritime professionals from across Asia to discuss sustainable practices, innovation, and the critical role of women in the maritime industry.

Joining Ms. San Pedro were Ms. Nila Oñate, and Ms. Lani Abrigo. Their participation underscores MPCF-LC's commitment to promoting gender inclusivity and leadership in the maritime sector.
As the President of Women in Maritime - Asia (WIMA-Asia) and Women in Maritime - Philippines (WIMAPhil), and concurrently the President of MPCF-LC, Ms. Merle Jimenez-San Pedro, stressed the crucial role of women's leadership in the evolving maritime industry. She described the conference theme as a call to action to embrace change and work towards a sustainable and equitable maritime future. Ms. Jimenez-San Pedro highlighted the shift from women being merely contributors to becoming leaders, innovators, and game-changers. She also underscored the importance of diversity, inclusivity, and sustainability in driving growth and innovation and called for collaboration and the exchange of innovative strategies to overcome the industry's challenges, aiming for a future where women's leadership is the norm, not the exception.

Throughout the conference, participants engaged in multiple sessions covering topics such as "Navigating the Future: Green and Digital Horizons," "Empowering Women Through Digital Transformation and Education," and "Leadership and Innovation: Women Pioneers in Maritime." Notably, Ms. Jimenez-San Pedro moderated the panel "Women at the Helm in the Asian Maritime Sector Today and Tomorrow," which featured prominent industry leaders discussing the current state and future of women in maritime leadership roles​.

The three-day event was filled with insightful discussions, presentations, and panel sessions focused on digital transformation, sustainable practices, leadership, and innovation. The opening ceremony on the first day featured a welcome address by Mr. Seong-yong Choi, Director General of the Maritime Affairs & Safety Policy Bureau, followed by a keynote speech from Mr. Arsenio Dominguez, Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO).

The event concluded with the WIMA Asia Conference Closing Ceremony and Korea Maritime Week Closing Ceremony on September 12, 2024. The conference reinforced the essential role of women in leading the maritime industry toward a sustainable and innovative future.

The participation of MPCF-LC's representatives in such a significant international event marks a continued commitment to enhancing women's roles and promoting gender equality in maritime education and leadership.

𝗠𝗣𝗖𝗙-𝗟𝗖'𝗦 𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗢𝗡𝗡𝗘𝗟 𝗘𝗡𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘𝗦 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗘 𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗦𝗞𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗦 𝗔𝗧 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 𝗖𝗔𝗣𝗔𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗕𝗨𝗜𝗟𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗠 𝗜𝗡 𝗕𝗨𝗦𝗔𝗡, 𝗦𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗛 𝗞𝗢𝗥𝗘𝗔

Engr. Jan Cohlen Bernal, representing the Mariners Polytechnic Colleges Foundation Legazpi City (MPCF-LC), is currently attending the 2024 Capacity Building Program among Stakeholders of Maritime Education and Training Institutions across Asia and Latin American Regions. Known as the "2024 TTT for MET Instructors," this program is taking place in Busan, South Korea.

The program is hosted by the Korea Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries and organized by the Korea Institute of Maritime and Fisheries Technology (KIMFT), along with the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Seafarers Excellence Network (APEC SEN). The funding for this initiative is provided through the Korean Official Development Assistance (ODA).

Spanning nearly three months, from July 17, 2024, to October 10, 2024, the program features participation from 21 delegates from various countries across Asia and Latin America. These countries and their respective number of participants include:

Asia:
Indonesia: 4 participants
Philippines: 5 participants
Thailand: 3 participants
Vietnam: 5 participants

Latin America:
Mexico: 3 participants
Peru: 1 participant

The training is comprehensive, covering multiple aspects of maritime education and training with a focus on both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. Engr. Bernal’s participation in this program reinforces the commitment of MPCF-LC to advancing maritime education and training standards in the Philippines. The knowledge and skills acquired through this program are expected to significantly enhance the quality of maritime instructors at MPCF-LC, contributing to the development of competent and globally competitive maritime professionals.

This program not only equips instructors with the latest tools and safety protocols but also fosters international cooperation and exchange of best practices in maritime education. As Engr. Bernal progresses through the modules, the insights gained will be invaluable in shaping the future of maritime education at MPCF-LC.

𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗔 𝗔𝗗𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗢𝗥 𝗦𝗢𝗡𝗜𝗔 𝗕. 𝗠𝗔𝗟𝗔𝗟𝗨𝗔𝗡 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗠𝗣𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 𝗪𝗜𝗠𝗔 𝗦𝗛𝗘-𝗧𝗢-𝗦𝗘𝗔 𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗔𝗧 𝗠𝗣𝗖𝗙-𝗟𝗖

The Mariners Polytechnic Colleges Foundation-Legazpi City (MPCF-LC) had the honor of hosting a meeting with MARINA Administrator Sonia B. Malaluan, organized by the Women in Maritime Association (WIMA) She-to-Sea. This event not only provided an opportunity for engaging in discussions about maritime education but also celebrated Administrator Malaluan's birthday.

The gathering, held at the AVR Room at MPCF-LC on 26 July 2024, was attended by a diverse group of students, faculty, maritime professionals, and the MARINA Region V Director and personnel.

The highlight of the event was Administrator Malaluan's inspiring speech, where she expressed her heartfelt gratitude for the innovative WIMA She-to-Sea initiative. She commended MPCF-LC for its commitment to maritime education and for being one of the few institutions to implement such a program. "I am thrilled to see how MPCF-LC has embraced the WIMA She-to-Sea program," Administrator Malaluan said. "It is rare to find schools that actively support and promote the involvement of women in maritime fields, and this initiative is a testament to the college's forward-thinking approach."

The MPCF-LC community left the event energized and motivated, with renewed enthusiasm for advancing their maritime careers and supporting gender diversity and inclusivity in the industry.