The NSTP Diliman Office organizes trainings and conferences specifically designed for NSTP personnel, coordinators, instructors, support staff, and students, aiming to strengthen program implementation. Many of these sessions focus on critical topics aligned with the Tatak UP D Common Module, covering a broad range of relevant and timely issues. The programs are guided by the principles of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and address key social concerns shaping today’s communities.

2024

NSTP Diliman Office Strategic Planning

The NSTP Diliman Office conducted a strategic planning workshop to successfully launch the office’s year-long initiatives. This workshop provided an essential platform for thorough discussions on specific plans and goals for each staff member, setting the stage for a productive year. It also emphasized personal development aligned with individual roles and responsibilities, reinforcing a unified approach as the team embarked on its 2024 objectives.

The workshop was particularly meaningful due to the recent expansion of the office, with four new staff members joining at the end of the previous year and the appointment of a new Officer-in-Charge Director. Amid these changes, the workshop achieved its goal of strengthening unity among NSTP Diliman Office staff. Despite the challenges of transition, efforts to promote a shared vision and mission were successfully realized.

Aligning Core Values

The NSTP staff were able to identify and articulate their core values, which aligned with the principles embedded in the mission of national service. This process served as a foundation for our shared commitment to the office’s primary mission.

Discussion of Policies and Administrative Matters

The workshop included thorough discussions on specific guidelines and policies within the NSTP Diliman Office, including work schedules, expected outputs, and other administrative issues. This clarified and reinforced operational efficiency through a better understanding and adherence to established policies.

Implementation of Improvement Procedures

Mechanisms were put in place for the ongoing assessment and enhancement of operational processes. These improvements also supported better project planning and implementation for 2024.

By: Marielle M. Lagulay, Senior Project Assistant for Training & Education at NSTP Diliman

Tatak UPD Writeshop: Updating Materials Towards More Inclusive and Timely NSTP Resources

The “Tatak UP Diliman NSTP” embodies the identity of the University of the Philippines Diliman (UPD) as a public university dedicated to serving the people. To maintain quality education, the NSTP Office at Diliman continually enhances the common modules and other resources for improved NSTP implementation within the university.

On July 10, 2024, the “TATAK UPD NSTP Writeshop: Updating Materials Towards More Inclusive and Timely NSTP Resources” was held in the IE-ME Conference Room, UPD, led by OIC-Director Olivia G. Sicam. Discussions were provided by Sir Gil “Ka Jake” Espenido, focusing on Education and Service, with facilitation by Dr. Rosella M. Torrecampo, assisted by Sir Ian Lawrence Logan, covering topics on OBE (Outcome-Based Education), common module categorization, and open suggestions regarding NSTP implementation in the university.

During the writeshop session, suitable and up-to-date materials for students were reviewed. The aim was to ensure more inclusive and effective topics, aligned with RA 9131, the UP Charter of 2008, and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). After categorizing the common modules based on discussions, the NSTP Office hopes the updated syllabi version will be approved, addressing the needs of each college or unit offering NSTP at UPD.

Sincere gratitude goes to Director Pinpin-Macapinlac of the Office of Field Activities (OFA) and former director of the NSTP Diliman Office for her insights and historical context of the Writeshop in NSTP, having initiated it in 2019. Special thanks also to Asst. Prof. Lagria, Chair of the Department of IE, for his unwavering support in hosting meetings and workshops for the NSTP Office in the IE-ME Conference Room, facilitating meticulous planning and effective execution of the office’s activities.

By: Marielle M. Lagulay, Senior Project Assistant for Training & Education at NSTP Diliman

SANAY AGAP IGLAP

The Sanay Agap Iglap is a comprehensive three-day training program designed to enhance community readiness and resilience in the face of disasters. The program includes a variety of activities such as physical exercises, presentations, role plays, and practical exercises. Participants consist of NSRC reservists, NSTP students, UP Diliman staff, and members of the UP Campus community.

Day 1 focused on developing alertness, map reading skills, hazard awareness, and conducting ocular inspections. Day 2 featured a tango rescue exercise, discussions on disaster preparedness, and basic first-aid training. Day 3 culminated in a simultaneous drill in Barangay UP Campus, Quezon City, followed by a comprehensive assessment.

The overall objective of this program is to equip participants with the necessary skills and knowledge to respond effectively to disasters. This initiative was organized by the NSTP Diliman Office, National Service Reserve Corps UPD, UP Resilience Institute, UP Diliman Office of the Vice Chancellor for Community Affairs, UP Diliman Public Safety and Security Office, and Barangay U.P. Campus-Quezon City.

By: Marielle M. Lagulay, Senior Project Assistant for Training & Education at NSTP Diliman

Transformative Education for Sustainable Social Impact (TESSI) Institute

The NSTP Diliman Office and the UPD College of Engineering, in partnership with the Creative Inquiry Team from Lehigh University, successfully conducted the “Transformative Education for Sustainable Social Impact (TESSI) Institute – A Capacity Building Workshop Designed for NSTP Implementers” last July 23 to July 31.

Over the course of four intensive training days, participants engaged in dynamic sessions focused on creative inquiry, humanitarian design, community immersion, and curricular innovation under the guidance of Khanjan Mehta, Vice Provost for Creative Inquiry at Lehigh University. Each day brought new insights and collaborative opportunities, paving the way for our NSTP Coordinators and Instructors to learn new impactful educational practices.

𝘿𝙖𝙮 𝟭 (𝙅𝙪𝙡𝙮 𝟮𝟯, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰): 𝘾𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙄𝙣𝙦𝙪𝙞𝙧𝙮 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙏𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙨𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙀𝙙𝙪𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣

The TESSI Institute began with a focus on framing the role of education in addressing global challenges. Participants engaged in small group discussions and explored curricular challenges in NSTP and systemic issues in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in the Philippines. This was followed by a panel discussion focused on redesigning the NSTP model to enhance its impact on students and partner communities. Before working on projects, the day ended with another workshop on ‘Universal Design’ for Creative Inquiry. Day One was facilitated by Khanjan Mehta from Lehigh University.

𝘿𝙖𝙮 𝟮 (𝙅𝙪𝙡𝙮 𝟮𝟵, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰): 𝙃𝙪𝙢𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙖𝙣 𝘿𝙚𝙨𝙞𝙜𝙣 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝘾𝙪𝙧𝙧𝙞𝙘𝙪𝙡𝙖𝙧 𝙄𝙣𝙣𝙤𝙫𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣

The second day of the workshop centered around Humanitarian Engineering and Design, introducing techniques such as the Question Formulation Technique and Logic Models. This session emphasized the importance of identifying emerging issues and applying innovative approaches to education. This was facilitated by Khanjan Mehta from Lehigh University.

𝘿𝙖𝙮 𝟯 (𝙅𝙪𝙡𝙮 𝟯𝟬, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰): 𝙈𝙤𝙙𝙚𝙡𝙨 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙎𝙪𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙄𝙢𝙥𝙖𝙘𝙩

Day three highlighted community engagement and sustainable project development. The day began with a session on Community Immersion in the Philippine Setting, focusing on participatory project identification and development, facilitated by Gay Benueza from the College of Social Work and Community Development. This was followed by a workshop where project teams worked together to integrate authentic projects into their programs.

𝘿𝙖𝙮 𝟰: (𝙅𝙪𝙡𝙮 𝟯𝟭, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰): 𝙁𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝙄𝙙𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙩𝙤 𝙀𝙭𝙚𝙘𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣

The final day of the TESSI Institute focused on bringing ideas to life. The day started with the Final Project Presentations, with instructors from the College of Engineering delivering a 10-minute presentation followed by a 15-minute Q&A session. This session was reviewed by a referee panel composed of 3 experts from various fields, namely Asst. Prof. Zita Calugay from National College of Public Administration and Governance, Khanjan Mehta from Lehigh University, and Dr. Leslie Joy Diaz from College of Engineering.

The event culminated in a Closing Ceremony, which included participant reflections, the distribution of certificates, project awards, and group pictures. A celebratory Banquet Dinner capped the event, hosted by the College of Engineering and attended by the Dean, Prof. Maria Antonia N. Tanchuling, Ph.D.

Organizing Committee:

Marielle Lagulay, Senior Project Assistant for Training and Education, NSTP Diliman Office

Asst. Prof. Joules Lustro, Ph.D., College of Engineering NSTP Coordinator

Khanjan Mehta, Vice Provost for Creative Inquiry, Lehigh University

By: Marielle M. Lagulay, Senior Project Assistant for Training & Education at NSTP Diliman

Patnubay: Orientation for New NSTP Coordinators, Instructors, and Support Staff

The “Patnubay” orientation program was successfully conducted to provide comprehensive guidance to the new implementers of the National Service Training Program, including coordinators, instructors, and support staff. This program, aimed at equipping the team for a productive year, already consisted of five sessions: three face-to-face (June 10, September 30, & October 29), one online synchronous (June 10), and one asynchronous session (June 10), enabling 33 new members to be oriented.

Each session offered an in-depth overview of NSTP goals and the responsibilities of various roles within the program. Key topics included academic processes, such as sectioning in the CRS, grading systems, the SK Equivalency application, and managing off-campus activities and incidents. Administrative essentials like budget management and insurance procedures were also covered. Additionally, there was a segment on best practices for NSTP teaching and implementation, which provided participants with valuable insights and inspiration.

The program’s hybrid format allowed flexible attendance, accommodating staff members’ schedules and preferred learning methods. Participants gave positive feedback, expressing their satisfaction with the program’s content and the practical application of the lessons. Overall, “Patnubay” established a solid foundation for the successful implementation of NSTP in Diliman, strengthening the knowledge, readiness, and collaboration within the newly- oriented NSTP Diliman personnel.

By: Marielle M. Lagulay, Senior Project Assistant for Training & Education at NSTP Diliman

SANAY 4: Speak Up – Enhancement of Public Communication Skills to Amplify Advocacies

On 16th of September 2024, NSRC Reservists from various UP Diliman units came together for 𝗦𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗬 𝟰: 𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗔𝗞 𝗨𝗣!—a one-day workshop designed to enhance public communication skills for amplifying advocacies. The program kicked off with an energizing icebreaker, followed by opening remarks from Mr. Ramon Bandong, Jr., Senior Project Associate for NSRC from the NSTP Diliman Office.

Our first speaker, Ms. Oya Ariola, CEO & Founder of WiseOwl PH, shared valuable insights on Messaging, Story Mining, and Public Communication Techniques. This was followed by an interactive mock press conference. Ms. Malet Lepatan, a Transformational Leader, then led an engaging session on Leadership, with further hands-on activities. They were joined by Ms. Veron Uy and Ms. Simonette E. Sibal-Pulido, both fellow SAMASA members.

By: Marielle M. Lagulay, Senior Project Assistant for Training & Education at NSTP Diliman

NSRC Reservists’ General Assembly

The NSTP Diliman Office – NSRC regularly conducts General Assemblies for the NSRC Reservists. The objective of this is to ensure that the reservists are aligned with the goals of the program as well as to provide updates and important information so that the reservists are ready for any eventuality. The NSRC General Assembly is also an opportunity for them to know each other and for them to have the venue to suggest, comment on, and propose activities for the NSRC.

By: Marielle M. Lagulay, Senior Project Assistant for Training & Education at NSTP Diliman

TANGLAW I: Best Practices for Community Immersion and Literacy Enhancement

In the context of the Philippine educational landscape, the National Service Training Program (NSTP) serves as a vital platform for developing students’ civic consciousness and fostering their engagement in community service. This workshop aims to equip NSTP instructors with essential skills and knowledge to effectively guide students in their community immersion and literacy enhancement efforts.

1. Community Immersion in the Philippine Setting: The workshop will guide NSTP instructors in understanding and executing community immersion practices that are culturally relevant and sensitive to the unique socio-economic dynamics of Filipino communities. By emphasizing effective engagement strategies, instructors will be better prepared to facilitate meaningful experiences for students, encouraging them to apply their learning in real-world contexts.

2. Epektibong Paraan ng Pagtuturo ng Pagbasa sa mga Komunidad: Enhancing Literacy Education Strategies for NSTP: Literacy remains a fundamental right and a crucial component for community empowerment. This segment focuses on innovative and effective methods for teaching literacy within community settings, recognizing the diverse learning needs of community members. The expertise shared by the targeted resource persons will enable instructors to adopt adaptable strategies that can significantly enhance literacy education in their respective communities.

By attending this workshop, NSTP instructors will be empowered with practical knowledge and strategies that not only benefit their teaching practices but also contribute to the overall development and enrichment of the communities that their students serve.

Resource Persons

Assoc. Prof. Angelito Meneses
Dr. Anna Maria Margarita Salvador

Webinar Details:

Topic: Tanglaw I: Best Practices for Teaching Community Immersion and Literacy Enhancement
Date: November 25, 2024
Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM (Asia/Manila)
Join Zoom Meeting: https://up-edu.zoom.us/j/91500658080?pwd=b5McDROUcFmh2g8O3823avbEpuG8pB.1
Meeting ID: 915 0065 8080
Passcode: 35100097

Plant For Your Future: A Native Tree Planting Workshop for UP Diliman Students and NSRC Reservists

The NSTP Diliman Office is set to kick off the first phase of its Tree-Planting Project, an initiative aimed at fostering environmental sustainability and community engagement. The event will take place from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the 4F Diliman Interactive Learning Center, University of the Philippines Diliman.

This significant effort begins with a seminar on proper planning and preparation for tree-planting, contextualized within urban ecosystems. The session will be led by Prof. Maria Vio Bianca Fernandez-Yumikura, a distinguished faculty member from the College of Architecture, who brings her expertise in urban ecology and sustainable design to the event.

Adding to the knowledge-sharing is Ms. Arceli “Cel” Tungol, founder of the Philippine Native Tree Enthusiasts. Ms. Tungol will provide a hands-on demonstration of effective seed planting techniques, ensuring participants are equipped with the skills necessary to nurture trees that will thrive in the urban landscape.

This tree-planting project underscores the NSTP Diliman Office’s commitment to environmental stewardship and education, offering participants a meaningful opportunity to contribute to a greener community.

Interested individuals are encouraged to secure their slots by registering through the following link: bit.ly/PlantForYourFuture or by scanning the QR code provided in the promotional materials.

Join us in taking the first steps toward a more sustainable future. Together, we can plant the seeds of change for a healthier environment.

By: Marielle M. Lagulay, Senior Project Assistant for Training & Education at NSTP Diliman

2023

SANAY AGAP IGLAP

The Sanay Agap Iglap is a 3-day training program aimed at enhancing community readiness and resilience during disasters. It involves physical activities, presentations, role plays, and practical exercises. Participants include NSRC reservists, NSTP students, UP Diliman staff, and members of the UP Campus community. Day 1 focused on alertness, map reading, hazard awareness, and ocular inspections. Day 2 included a tango rescue exercise, disaster preparedness discussions, and basic first-aid training. Day 3 involved a simultaneous drill in Barangay UP Campus, Quezon City, followed by an assessment. Overall, the program aims to equip participants with the skills and knowledge needed to respond effectively to disasters. This project was organized by the NSTP Diliman Office, National Service Reserve Corps UPD, UP Resilience Institute, UP Diliman Office of the Vice Chancellor for Community Affairs, UP Diliman Public Safety and Security Office, and Barangay U.P. Campus-Quezon City.

SANAY TRAINING SERIES

For the final leg of our Sanay training series this year, we are pleased to invite you to 𝐋𝐈𝐆-𝐎𝐍: 𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐮𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠. In this training, you will learn the concepts and processes of properly responding to emergency events; identify and anticipate emergency situations, understand organizational responsibilities, and properly execute which actions to take given any situation. The training will be on 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟲, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 (𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆), 𝟴:𝟬𝟬𝗔𝗠 𝘁𝗼 𝟭𝟮:𝟬𝟬𝗣𝗠 at 𝟰𝘁𝗵 𝗳𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗿, 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝗺, 𝗗𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗨𝗣 𝗗𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗻.

SANGGUNIAN: Consult the Implementers Online Forum Series

The SANGGUNIAN Forum on NCSTP is a collaborative project that aims to provide NSTP implementers and educators across the country with adequate information regarding the proposed House Bill No. 6687 (National Citizens Service Training Program (NCSTP) Act) and the Senate Bill No. 2034 (Mandatory Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC)).

BALANGKAS: NSTP Project Management Webinar Series

The National Service Training Program (NSTP) Diliman Office will be launching BALANGKAS: NSTP Project Management Webinar Series, that aims to be a platform to enumerate and discuss the step-by-step process in conceptualizing, planning, and executing NSTP Projects for community engagement projects.

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BAYANIHAN: Common Module Topics Webinar Series

BAYANIHAN: Common Module Webinar Series is a three-part webinar series that tackles relevant issues and ideas related to Katatagan: National Security, Kahandaan: Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (in collaboration with UP Resilience Institute), and Kalikasan: Environmental Protection. The aim of the webinar series is to provide supplemental knowledge of the Common Module topics to NSTP implementers of University of the Philippines (UP) Diliman, the other constituent units of UP, various State Universities and Colleges, and Higher Educational Institutions in the Philippines.

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UNLAD 2022: Kawayan: Tatag at Tibay Pampamayanan

The National Service Reserve Corps (NSRC) is launching UNLAD 2022 “Kawayan: Tatag at Tibay Pampamayanan”, a webinar series on Community-Based Disaster Risk Reduction and Management, to carry on with this initiative. Building on the principles laid out in our UNLAD 2020-2021 Community Engagement Webinar Series, this year’s series seeks to:

Discuss the concepts and processes of people-centered development in the creation of CBDRRM programs, projects, and activities with partner communities;
Apply the learnings on people-centered development in co-designing a project with community members; and
Connect participants to the growing network of community-based DRRM practitioners.

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KAPAYAPAAN: Peace Education and the Role of the NSTP in Peacebuilding

KAPAYAPAAN is a webinar on peace education and the role of NSTP in teaching the Filipinos deliberate and sustained peace. This webinar focuses on the comprehensive peace process, and in ensuring that we, as a people, will continue to develop our efforts and support in promoting a sustainable culture of peace.

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NSTP Online: ROTC, CWTS, & LTS in a Remote Learning Setup

NSTP Online is a four-part webinar series that aims to support NSTP teachers as they implement the program in this pandemic.

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National Service in the New Normal: A Webinar on NSTP Remote Learning and Teaching

National Service in the New Normal: A Webinar on NSTP Remote Learning and Teaching is a free webinar aimed to provide training for implementers in light of the transition to a remote mode of learning and course delivery for NSTP.

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Reimagining Community Engagement: A Webinar on NSTP Community Engagement Projects

Reimagining Community Engagement: A Webinar on NSTP Community Engagement Projects is a free webinar aimed to provide participants with valuable training and insights essential for planning and implementing community engagement projects considering the restrictions posed by the pandemic.

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UNLAD: Para Kanino? Talakayan ukol sa pagbubuo ng mga proyektong pang-kaunlaran

UNLAD: Para Kanino? Talakayan ukol sa pagbubuo ng mga proyektong pang-kaunlaran is a series of webinars aiming to develop broader perspective on community engagements and help student reservists understand the importance of translating short-term projects for the communities into sustainable initiatives.

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