Gervy James Gumarit

Circa 2017: Noong palaging may quorum, mabilis ang roll call, at mortal sin ang umabsent. Missing this crew and the PMC days! 🇵🇭🏛️

Happy Monday, ka-ECC!

May we continue to foster a workplace culture rooted in respect, kindness, and excellence in service. The way we treat one another and the quality of our work leave a lasting impact on those we serve.

Have a productive and meaningful week ahead!

🏛️ 𝐍𝐎𝐓 𝐌𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐋𝐘 𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐄𝐑𝐒 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐎𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐑𝐎𝐖, 𝐁𝐔𝐓 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐍𝐄𝐑𝐒 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐎𝐃𝐀𝐘! 🏛️

"Ti agtutubo ita, isu ti mangisurat iti sumaruno a pakasaritaan ti pagilian." (The youth today are the ones who will write the next chapter of our nation's history.) As we officially open the 1st Laoag City Youth Parliament 2026, we reflect on these stirring words from the inspirational message of Asec. Gervy James N. Gumarit (Commissioner-at-Large, National Youth Commission).

This parliament is more than just a simulation—it is a platform where our young leaders learn not only to speak, but to listen; not only to participate, but to lead; and not only to dream, but to act! When given the space to participate meaningfully in governance, the youth become true catalysts of innovation, accountability, and social transformation. To all our youth parliamentarians, continue to raise your voices responsibly and lead with purpose! 🌟✍️

So happy to have witnessed and checked on the implementation of the AGRIDAM for Youth Program in Abra this week! (A big thank you to OCD-CAR for the partnership! 🙌🏼)

I am incredibly proud to see our young leaders gaining the essential skills to become certified disaster responders. Investing in our youth is truly investing in a safer, more resilient Philippines. 🇵🇭

Beyond the training, I was very happy to sit down and listen to our youth leaders themselves. Hearing their insights on the specific capacity-building activities and skills they want to learn, and understanding what they need to better serve their communities, was the highlight of my visit. I am fully committed to championing the initiatives that you believe will help you lead better. 🙌🏼

May 2026 | Province of Abra

Enjoyed a productive meeting with the Governor of Abra last Monday. Our discussion was focused on strengthening youth development initiatives in the province, ensuring our young people have the skills and support they need to thrive. Exciting things ahead for the youth of Abra! 🤝✨

May 18, 2026 | Bangued, Abra

📢 CALL FOR APPLICATIONS | ASEAN Youth United for Road Safety 2026

Are you a young Filipino advocate for road safety? This is your chance to represent the Philippines in the ASEAN Youth United for Road Safety 2026 happening on July 1-5, 2026 in Bangkok, Thailand! 🇵🇭🇹🇭

Through the National Youth Commission and the Department of Children and Youth of Thailand, two (2) Filipino youth delegates will be selected to participate in this meaningful ASEAN youth forum focused on road safety awareness, leadership, and regional collaboration.

✅ Qualifications:
• Filipino citizen residing in the Philippines
• 18-25 years old
• Proficient in English
• Has a valid passport
• Vaccinated with at least one booster shot
• Actively involved in road safety advocacy

📌 The organizer will shoulder international airfare, accommodation, meals, and transfers.

📝 Apply here: https://nyc.gov.ph/news-and-announcements/26972

⏰ Deadline of submission:
May 26, 2026 | 11:59 AM

📩 For inquiries:
[[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])

Dios unay ti Agngina, ED Leah Villalon! 🙏🏼🍦

Maraming salamat sa inyong paglilingkod, Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer Leah T. Villalon! 💖

Your National Youth Commission family wishes you all the best in your future endeavors as you embark on a new chapter of your leadership journey.

May you continue to be a light and a true example of service and compassion to the Filipino youth and more. 💫

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We, the Member States of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) - namely Brunei Darussalam, the Kingdom of Cambodia, the Republic of Indonesia, the Lao People’s Democratic Republic (Lao PDR), Malaysia, the Republic of the Union of Myanmar, the Republic of the Philippines, the Republic of Singapore, the Kingdom of Thailand, Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste, and the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam, on the occasion of 48th ASEAN Summit in Cebu, Philippines on 8 May 2026.

Recalling our shared commitment to the Kuala Lumpur Declaration on ASEAN 2045: Our Shared Future, along with the ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community Strategic Plan adopted during the 46th ASEAN Summit, which underlines ASEAN’s commitment in providing platforms and youth empowerment initiatives to contribute to sustainable socio-economic development and promoting ASEAN awareness, values and identity for a resilient community.

Read the full statement: bit.ly/AD-YouthCADR