Investing In Tomorrow: Empowering The Next Generation

A collaborative community outreach initiative was successfully conducted by the Rotary Club if Forbes Park (D3830), Rotary Club of Metro Kalibo (D3850) and Rotary Club of Boracay (D3850), on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at Manoc-Manoc Elementary School. The event brought together key institutional partners—including the Local Government Unit of Malay, led by Mayor Frolibar S. Bautista, Soroptimist International Kalibo Lumina, and the Rotaract Club of Boracay—to address crucial health, hygiene, financial literacy, and wellness needs within the community.

The program commenced with speakers – Dr. Juno M. Tansinco and Dr. Charina A. Garcia, representing Soroptimist International Kalibo Lumina and the Philippine Dental Association (PDA) Aklan Chapter, facilitated an informative session on disease prevention, proper sanitation practices, and menstrual hygiene management.

Empowering the participants with practical tools for economic stability, Rotary Club of Forbes Park Past President Anton Jacomina delivered practical tips on budgeting and financial planning. To put these concepts into practice, he launched a hands-on financial challenge, providing 40 students with ₱100 each and tasking them to report back on their entrepreneurial or saving results in one month.
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To keep energy high, the management team of Red Coconut Beach Hotel facilitated an  interactive games and fun activities for all participants.

Following the interlude, Rotaractor Rona Inocencio-Orada of the Rotaract Club of Boracay led an insightful session on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and Mental Health Awareness, emphasizing the importance of supportive and inclusive community environments.

Strengthening educational resources at the school, President Leo Franklin Magno formally turned over a book donation to Manoc-Manoc Elementary School, a token for hosting the venue.

The event culminated in an awarding ceremony led by the presidents of the participating Rotary Clubs. Through the joint efforts of all partner organizations, sanitation and hygiene kits were distributed to attendees. President JD GangCuangco of the Rotary Club of Boracay (District 3850) delivered the closing remarks, after which participants enjoyed packed lunches and gathered for a commemorative group photo.

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