Empowering Lacsonians through Maritime Awareness and National Responsibility!
The John B. Lacson Colleges FoundationβBacolod, Inc. (JBLCF-Bacolod), through its Community Extension Services and Environmental initiatives, successfully conducted an insightful and meaningful talk entitled βGuardians of the Archipelago: Maritime Domains, Sovereignty, Our Responsibility,β featuring Capt. Pretzel Y. Javier, MSME, as the resource speaker.
The activity aimed to deepen studentsβ understanding of the Philippinesβ maritime domains, national sovereignty, and the shared responsibility of every Filipino in protecting our maritime heritage and territorial integrity. Through increased awareness and education, our students are encouraged to become responsible citizens who value the country's maritime resources and recognize the importance of safeguarding our seas for future generations.
SPECIAL THANKS AND ACKNOWLEDGMENT
We extend our sincere gratitude to the following individuals for their invaluable support and contributions to the success of this activity:
Capt. Pretzel Y. Javier, MSME β our esteemed resource speaker, for sharing his knowledge and insights on maritime domains, sovereignty, and national responsibility.
824th NROTC headed by CAPT. REYMOND F. UMBAC, PN(GSC) , Corps Commander M/CDR JOSHUA SEDORIOSA O-1CL, and the NROTC Officers β for facilitating and coordinating the participation of our students, helping make this learning opportunity possible.
Mr. Jefferson S. Guido, MSCRIM β for his valuable support and contribution to the activity.
Engr. Sylvino V. Tupas, PhD, Administrator and C/M John Erll N. Destacamento, PhD, Dean of CME, β for their continued leadership, encouragement, and unwavering support for the institutionβs educational and community engagement initiatives.
Mr. Ivan June O. Gayotin, Community Extension Services Officer, and Maβam Amabel B. Subong, PCO/Environment Officer β for organizing and facilitating this meaningful initiative in support of maritime awareness and responsible citizenship.
ADVANCING THE UNITED NATIONS SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS (SDGs)
This initiative supports the following SDGs:
SDG 4 β Quality Education: Promoting meaningful learning opportunities and increasing studentsβ understanding of maritime domains and national sovereignty.
SDG 14 β Life Below Water: Strengthening awareness of the importance of protecting marine resources and preserving our oceans for future generations.
SDG 16 β Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions: Encouraging responsible citizenship, respect for national sovereignty, and appreciation of the importance of peaceful and lawful approaches to maritime affairs.
SDG 17 β Partnerships for the Goals: Demonstrating the value of collaboration among institutional leaders, faculty, NROTC officers, resource persons, and community engagement partners in advancing education and national awareness.
Together, let us become guardians of our archipelago.
As a maritime institution, JBLCF-Bacolod recognizes the importance of developing informed, responsible, and environmentally conscious citizens who understand that protecting our maritime domains is not only a national concern but also a shared responsibility.
Our seas. Our sovereignty. Our responsibility.