13/06/2025
| Sagada Welcomes Youth for 13th NYP-CAR Kick-off
Day one of the 13th National Youth Parliament (NYP) Regional Assembly – Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) officially began in the scenic highlands of Sagada, Mountain Province. Youth delegates from across the Cordillera region converged for what promises to be three days of intensive collaboration, advocacy, and nation-building.
Sagada's warmth was immediately felt as Mayor Felicito O. Dula extended a heartfelt welcome, expressing gratitude to the National Youth Commission (NYC) for selecting his town as the host. He highlighted the event as not just a platform for policy and resolution-making, but also a vital opportunity for young voices to be heard on issues directly impacting them. This sentiment was echoed by Mr. John K. Likigan, Provincial Administrator, who emphasized that it's high time for the youth to freely express themselves and actively participate in lawmaking and policy resolutions.
The assembly was formally opened by Ms. Cristabeth Jacinta A. Madrigal, Division Chief of the NYC Social Marketing Division. Setting an empowering tone for the gathering, ASec. Michelle Mae Gonzales, NYC Commissioner-at-Large, reminded delegates that true change stems from engaged, informed, and empowered Filipino youth, igniting the energy of the day.
The delegates quickly began building connections and common goals through fun and meaningful "Getting to Know You" activities, alongside expectation-setting and house rules. A thought-provoking session on Gender and Development challenged them to champion inclusive and equitable policies.
A dynamic workshop on Parliamentary Procedures and Resolution-Making, equipping the delegates with practical tools to transform their innovative ideas into actionable policies.
The day wrapped up as delegates delved into Committee Session 1, where they conducted a 'laundry listing' of pressing issues and worked together to identify existing policy gaps—laying the groundwork for informed and impactful policy proposals in the sessions ahead.
