Sangguniang Kabataan ng Luntad, Palo

𝗘𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗝𝗼𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝘆 𝗟𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗱! 🥚✨

The Easter egg hunting tradition lives on as our KK members came together for a day filled with fun, laughter, and meaningful celebration.

A heartfelt thank you to Kapsehal Ian Sevilla and fmr. SK Chairperson Matthew Jolo Palacio for your continued support in making this event possible for our youth and community.

Indeed, Easter reminds us of hope, renewal, and togetherness that we continue to share and celebrate as one Barangay Luntad!

This Easter Sunday, we celebrate the victory of life over death, hope over despair, and light over darkness.

The tomb is empty, and that changes everything.

A tradition that brings generations together.

As part of our long-standing New Year celebration, members of the Katipunan ng Kabataan and Luntaranon children came together for a full day of Cultural Games—filled with laughter, friendly competition, and shared heritage.

Through these games, we honor our culture, strengthen community bonds, and joyfully welcome 2026 as one united Luntaranon family.

Building skills, confidence, and connections — one session at a time! 💪

This year’s sessions empowered young leaders through:

• Using Canva for Profiles with John Dave Enciso, graphic designer and layout artist for Explained.PH and NSPC qualifier;
• Resume Writing and Communication Skills with Trisha Mae Llagas, Southern Leyte State University instructor and registered social worker; and
• Microsoft Digital Literacy with Matthew Jolo Palacio, former SK Chairperson, main proponent of Alab Kabataan Leadership Congress, DepEd Regional Office Technical Assistant III, and President of the Rotaract Club of Tacloban.

The event was made possible through the partnership of the Office of the Vice Mayor Jojo Chiquillo, Rotaract Club of Tacloban, and SK Guindapunan, with active participation from SK Naga Naga, Libertad, Cavite West, and KK members of Brgy. Luntad.

Together, we continue to shape digitally literate, future-ready, and service-driven youth leaders. Alab Kabataan!

𝗧𝗔𝗥𝗔, 𝗕𝗨𝗥𝗨𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗚 𝗞𝗜𝗧𝗔!

On September 30, 2025, a fire broke out in Brgy. 45, Sta. Cruz, Tacloban City, affecting many families and students renting in the area. They need urgent help!

The Rotaract Club of Tacloban and Volunteer for the Visayans, Inc. - VFV will extend assistance to those affected by the fire. We stand in solidarity with our fellow Taclobanons and encourage everyone to help in any way possible. The donation drive will be conducted on Saturday, October 4, 2025, 9AM.

Your generosity will go a long way in assisting the affected families and students. Among the needed items right now are:
- Rice and food
- Clean clothes
- Blankets
- Hygiene kits
- Medicines
- Sanitary pads

For monetary donations:

GCASH
📌 Danah Mae Machelle C. Peñeda
📞 09062858138

BDO
📌 Danah Mae Machelle C. Peñeda
📞 010580097005

📌 PS.Take a screenshot of the money transfer and send it to our FB page inbox for proper documentation.

For in-kind donations:

📍 VICTORIA'S SALON & SPA
Salazar St, Tacloban City

📍SAMSAM BISTRO
Salazar St, Tacloban City

📍 CAFE LUCIA
Real St., Sagkahan, Tacloban City

Let's make this emergency response more efficient! PARTNER WITH US.
📩 Email us at: [email protected]

📷 The Industrial Wheel

Happy Birthday to our ever-dedicated SK leader, Japet!
May you continue to serve with passion and inspire more young people to step up.

IN THE NEWS: SK LUNTAD LAUNCHES 'SKONEK' DIGITAL HUB FOR KK MEMBERS

In a move to bridge the digital divide and empower young people through accessible technology, the Sangguniang Kabataan of Barangay Luntad formally launched SKonek: The Luntad Digital Hub, a community-based initiative providing free access to digital tools and services for all registered KK (Katipunan ng Kabataan) members.

Located at the SK Hall, 'SKonek' is equipped with four computer units dedicated to supporting the academic and productivity needs of youth in the barangay. The hub offers services such as internet research, document writing and preparation, and free printing of up to 25 pages per KK member.

The 'SKonek' program is part of the 3-year rolling plan of the SK and is funded by the Committee on Education.

HOW TO ACCESS?
To access the services, KK members simply need to present their official KK ID to the designated Digital Hub officer. Priority is given to students working on school requirements and jobseekers preparing employment documents.

The SK plans to expand the project in the coming months by offering digital literacy sessions and online safety seminars, including the Microsoft Digital Literacy session.

SKonek is part of the SK Luntad's broader efforts to respond to the real, day-to-day needs of young people particularly in education, employment, and civic engagement.

With the launch of this initiative, Barangay Luntad becomes one of the pioneering barangays in the Municipality of Palo to provide free digital access tailored exclusively for the youth sector.

𝗛𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗟𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧𝗦: Youth leaders from Barangay Luntad, Palo, Leyte gathered today, June 26, 2025, for the kickoff of “𝙋𝙖𝙟𝙖𝙢𝙖 𝙏𝙖𝙡𝙠𝙨: 𝙂𝙚𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙧 𝘾𝙝𝙞𝙠𝙖𝙝𝙖𝙣 𝙨𝙖 𝙏𝙖𝙢𝙗𝙖𝙮𝙖𝙣 (𝙋𝙝𝙖𝙨𝙚 𝙊𝙣𝙚),” an initiative by the Rotaract Club of Tacloban in partnership with SK Luntad. The project aims to address the growing concern of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) through peer-led, gender-sensitive discussions. Participants engaged in sessions on gender sensitivity, trauma-informed approaches, and inclusive facilitation—equipping them with tools to lead safe and respectful conversations in their communities.

This initiative, held in a cozy and open tambayan setting, promotes awareness on consent, identity, and peacebuilding, and is part of the aspirants’ membership fulfillment for Rotary Year 2025–2026. Today’s photos capture not just smiles, but a strong collective step toward building safer and more inclusive spaces for the youth in Palo, Leyte.

Photos by Justin Pascual Pedrosa II | PIA - Elect

HAPPENING NOW: The Rotaract Club of Tacloban, in partnership with the Sangguniang Kabataan of Barangay Luntad, is currently holding the two-day Phase 1 implementation of Pajama Talks: Gender Chikahan sa Tambayan, here in the SK Hall.

Organized under the SK Committee on Gender and Development, this initiative aims to raise awareness among SK officials and KK members about gender-based discrimination, violence against women and children (VAWC), and prevailing gender stereotypes. The program serves as a safe space for open dialogue, learning, and empowerment within the youth community.

𝗔𝗹𝗮𝗯 𝗞𝗮𝗯𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗮𝗻 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝘀 𝗣𝗮𝗹𝗼’𝘀 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗟&𝗗 𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗞 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀

PALO, LEYTE – The Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) of Barangay Luntad has officially concluded the Alab Kabataan Mentorship Program, marking a historic milestone as the first leadership and development (L&D) initiative in the Municipality of Palo specifically designed for SK officials.

The culmination program was graced by Mr. Brian Elorcha, the Sangguniang Bayan Secretary, who represented Vice Mayor Jojo Chiquillo, affirming the local government’s support for youth-led initiatives and capacity-building programs.

SK officials were also given certificates of completion for completing TESDA's Online Program on Digital Literacy and United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affair's online course entitled "Transparency, Accountability, and Ethics in Public Institutions".

The Alab Kabataan Mentorship Program was initially conceptualized and introduced by former SK Chairperson Matthew Jolo Palacio as a legacy initiative to empower incoming youth leaders. The program officially started on their first module last January 2024. A key component of the program was the Alab Kabataan Leadership Congress, which also made history as Palo’s first-ever leadership congress initiated by a Sangguniang Kabataan.

The success of Alab Kabataan sets a strong precedent for youth development in Palo and is expected to inspire similar initiatives across other barangays in the municipality.