Catbalogan City – Student leaders from Samar Colleges, Inc. (SC) participated in the City Government of Catbalogan through the Capacitating Urban Communities for Peace and Development (CUCPD). CUCPD conducted the “Kabaton-onan para ha Kalinaw ngan Kauswagan: A CUCPD Youth and Consultation Workshop” on June 25, 2025 at the SSU Convention Center, Catbalogan City.

The workshop was attended by Ms. Janice C. Solano, a Student Council officer, and Ms. Mary Rose P. Conde, Ms. Clarice A. Culminas, and Mr. Mark Darwin N. Dadizon, SC Chorale members. The workshop aimed to engage SC student leaders in meaningful dialogue on peace-building, sustainable development, and participatory community governance.

The program opened with warm welcome remarks from Dr. Redentor S. Palencia, University President of Samar State University who emphasized the importance of the students’ engagement in addressing institutional challenges. Highlighting the event’s significance, City Mayor Hon. Dexter M. Uy delivered a solidarity message encouraging students to take an active role in community-building.

The SC student leaders engaged in group discussions, situational analysis, and solution-mapping activities. Key issues raised included communication gaps, academic stress, and student engagement challenges. By the end of the session, student leaders proposed action plans to address these concerns, emphasizing inclusivity, transparency, and sustainability.

The workshop session successfully brought and united student leaders and youth organizations from across Catbalogan City, creating a dynamic environment for collaborative problem-solving and the generation of innovative solutions for a more peaceful and progressive future. The SC student leaders directly experienced the power of their collective voices in shaping a more inclusive and empowered community.