TRAININGS AND EVENTS
TRAININGS AND EVENTS
Positive Youth Development and Bridging Leadership (Certificate in Effective Youth and Children's Programming)
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of young people? If so, you won't want to miss out on the Positive Youth Development and Bridging Leadership Course!
This specially curated course is designed by seasoned academicians and practitioners in the field and is highly recommended for youth workers, educators, social workers, community leaders, and anyone who cares about the future of our youth.
The course certificate is co-hosted by the Youth Work Research and Training Center and the University of the Philippines Visayas - College of Management, guaranteeing you a top-notch learning experience.
WATCH THE FACE TO FACE CEREMONY OF PYDBL COHORT 3
The Youth Work & Civic Innovation Conference 2026 is a national platform dedicated to advancing the practice of youth work, civic innovation, and Positive Youth Development (PYD). It brings together students, youth leaders, researchers, practitioners, local governments, civil society organizations, educators, and development partners to exchange ideas, showcase innovations, strengthen collaboration, and promote evidence-informed approaches to youth development.
This two-day conference will feature keynote sessions, research presentations, innovation exhibits, networking opportunities, and inspiring Best Ideas Talks, culminating in the Positive Youth Development and Bridging Leadership (PYDBL) Batch 4 Completion Ceremony.
Whether you are conducting research, leading community projects, developing youth programs, or simply passionate about creating positive social impact, this conference is your platform to learn, connect, and inspire.
Are you ready to grow as a leader and create meaningful change in your community? Then the Bugna Co-imagination Youth Camp is where your journey begins.
Designed for Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) officials and emerging youth leaders, this transformative camp brings together passionate changemakers who are committed to reimagining leadership, strengthening communities, and shaping a more sustainable future. Rooted in the Visayan word "bugna," which signifies growth, fruition, and flourishing, the camp offers a collaborative space where young leaders learn, connect, and co-create innovative solutions to today's most pressing challenges.
Through immersive learning experiences, values-centered leadership training, and meaningful dialogue with fellow youth leaders and mentors, participants will gain the knowledge, skills, and inspiration to lead with purpose, integrity, and impact.
The Bugna Co-imagination Youth Camp is more than just a leadership camp—it's a movement that empowers a new generation of youth leaders to become catalysts for hope, champions of inclusive development, and architects of lasting change in their communities and beyond.
WATCH THE BUGNA CO-CREATION YOUTH CAMP VIDEO
Mainit init pa, kapatid! ISLA: VISAYAS Youth Leaders Summit 2024 for this year is finally here! Calling all Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) members, Local Youth Development Council (LYDC) representatives, Local Youth Development Officers (LYDO), and community-based/school-based organization leaders in Visayas!
Tara na! Join us in igniting sustainable leadership and action with and for Visayan youth through our specialized training program, ISLA. This is a targeted initiative designed to empower young leaders with the skills and insights needed to make a tangible difference in your communities.
WATCH THE ISLA: VISAYAS YOUTH SUMMIT VIDEO