Project Yakap Official

15/04/2026

Moments like these remind us that HIV is not a barrier to living fully, building families, and sustaining relationships. What matters is access to accurate information, consistent treatment, and a social environment that does not make people afraid to seek either.

This is exactly why communication matters. Because before people reach clinics, communities, or services, they first encounter narratives. And those narratives shape whether they feel safe or silenced.

Impact, then, is not confined to where we are physically present. It is reflected in how stigma is challenged, how understanding is built, and how many people are reached with information that could change or even save lives.

Different approaches exist, but the goal remains the same. To ensure that no one is left navigating HIV in fear, misinformation, or isolation.

THE mother is HIV POSITIVE, she takes her meds which makes her (viral load) count low, she can’t pass it off to her husband, which makes her able to still live her normal life and reproduce. The stigmas of HIV have to stop.

HIV is not a death sentence.

14/04/2026

[𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧] 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗢𝗔-𝗗 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗹𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗬𝗮𝗸𝗮𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗛𝗜𝗩 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀

The 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗔-𝗗 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗹𝗮𝗴𝗲 officially expresses its support for 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗬𝗮𝗸𝗮𝗽. Our organization believes in the power of unity and informed conversation to address the systematic barriers surrounding HIV in the Philippines.

By fostering a culture of acceptance and integrity, we aim to contribute to a society where no one is judged and everyone is empowered. Read our full commitment below.

13/04/2026

𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃 | 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐧 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐇𝐈𝐕 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐢𝐠𝐦𝐚

Amid the continued rise of HIV cases in the Philippines, coordinated and evidence-based action is urgently needed.

Project Yakap, in coalition with student governments, academic organizations, and advocacy groups, collectively affirm its commitment to addressing both the increasing incidence of HIV and the persistent stigma that undermines prevention, testing, and treatment efforts.

Recent data from the Department of Health and global health agencies indicate that 𝗮𝘁 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝟱𝟳 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗼𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗴𝗻𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗛𝗜𝗩 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗱𝗮𝘆—underscoring the scale and urgency of the crisis.

We assert that youth engagement must move beyond symbolic participation. Young people must be recognized as active stakeholders in shaping responses that are informed, inclusive, and grounded in the realities of affected communities.

This statement calls for strengthened sexuality education, expanded access to youth-friendly health services, and sustained efforts to address misinformation and discrimination. Effective responses require accountability across institutions and meaningful collaboration across sectors.

Addressing HIV and AIDS is not solely a matter of awareness—it is a matter of access, equity, and sustained action.



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JSWAP Ateneo de Davao
ADDU Council of Class Presidents
Ateneo Libulan Circle
POWER AdDU
Kapisanan ng Pag-aaral Pangkaunlaran at Sosyolohiya
ADDU Interdisciplinary Studies Association
Humanities and Letters Student Executive Council
SAMAHAN Department of Academic Affairs
The Dragon Post
ADDU Junior Philippine Institute of Chemical Engineers
ADDU NSRC
Samahan ng mga Mag-aaral ng Agham Pampulitika ng Ateneo - Samapula
Ateneo Economics Society
LPU Davao Alumni Association
Jefferyi by LoveYourself
Future Educators of Ateneo
JPICE - Ateneo de Davao University Chapter
BAHAGHARI
PIGLASAPAT
Samahang Mag-Aaral ng Sikolohiyang Filipino
SALEM - The Ateneo Literary Society
Council of Organizations of the Ateneo - Davao
ADDU UCEAC

12/04/2026

When care turns into courage, impact follows ♥️

𝟒𝟕 𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐠𝐨𝐭 𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝. 🩸
𝟐𝟑 𝐦𝐞𝐧, 𝟐𝟒 𝐰𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧.
𝟑 𝐭𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐚 𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐩 𝐟𝐮𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐏𝐫𝐄𝐏. 💊

Together, we move closer to a future free from stigma 🌱

Disclaimer: All participants provided consent for this publication.

11/04/2026

𝐵𝒾𝑔 𝒸𝑜𝓃𝑔𝓇𝒶𝓉𝓊𝓁𝒶𝓉𝒾𝑜𝓃𝓈 𝓉𝑜 𝒶𝓁𝓁 𝑜𝓊𝓇 𝒶𝓂𝒶𝓏𝒾𝓃𝑔 𝓌𝒾𝓃𝓃𝑒𝓇𝓈!🎉

Your participation, energy, and excitement made this raffle for a greater cause truly meaningful. ✨

To everyone who joined and supported, thank you for being part of something that goes beyond winning. ❤️

10/04/2026

READ | Ateneo Economics Society Statement of Solidarity in support of Project Yakap in combating HIV and AIDS stigma 🫂

𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 Project Yakap Official, 𝐰𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤 𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐠𝐦𝐚, 𝐬𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧.
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Through this initiative, let’s open real conversations, learn the truth about HIV, and support one another—because each of us has the power to create a more informed and compassionate community!

Read our full solidarity statement below.

10/04/2026

Today, we stand with the youth in raising awareness and breaking the stigma surrounding HIV and AIDS.🫂

In observance of 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐇𝐈𝐕 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐈𝐃𝐒 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲, let us empower young voices to speak up, stay informed, and make responsible choices. 📢

End the stigma, own the truth, and lead the change❤️

10/04/2026

LOOK | Snaps from Pagpangga 2026 📸

More than just moments captured, these are stories of courage, care, and community. Yesterday was a reminder that when we show up for one another, we create something powerful and lasting. 💌

Thank you for being part of Pagpangga 2026. 🫂

09/04/2026

From an idea in a classroom to a space for real conversations. 🫂

Project Yakap brought together students and outsiders willing to challenge stigma, rethink narratives, and use communication for something that actually matters. ♥️

Held at the 3rd Floor, Pakighinabi, CCFC Building, this 𝐏𝐚𝐠𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐠𝐚 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 created space for dialogue, critical reflection, and collective action. 🎉

What happens next depends on how we carry these conversations forward. The work doesn’t end here—and neither does our commitment to advancing HIV and AIDS awareness. 💌

08/04/2026

Thank you, Humanities and Letters Student Executive Council 🫂♥️

08/04/2026

Thank you for standing with us, The Dragon Post 🫂♥️

08/04/2026

🎟️ Raffle Drawing now LIVE! 👀🎁