World Vision #GirlsCan 5th anniversary celebration led by (L-R) World Vision ambassador and #GirlsCan event host Janina Vela, World Vision Philippines branding and media relations Sharon Mesias, event speaker Edith Botecario, youth ambassador Zachi Chua, World Vision Philippines communications manager Shirley Kimmayong, former World Vision sponsored child and event speaker Adora Mendoza, World Vision Philippines resources development director Jun Gordones and strategy management, impact & learning director Vanessa Retuerma.
The globe has long faced formidable obstacles, particularly in the areas of gender inequity and children’s rights. In times of war, economic hardship, and other trying circumstances, young girls are consistently the last to benefit and the first to suffer. As we learned more about the discussion presented by these wonderful women, I boosted my confidence and got empowered by the teachings. Bianca Umali talks more about self-care, and Joyce Pring- Trivino emphasizes the priorities we should set. It is such wholesome talk from these beautiful and empowered women that they try to generate for us.
Together with its advocacy partner Special Olympics Pilipinas and corporate partner Linya-Linya, World Vision, a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of children, recently held the #GirlsCan Anniversary Celebration at the Ayala Malls – Manila Bay, the event’s official venue partner, to address these issues, spark conversations, and effect change. The public could attend the festivity.
“We believe that when girls are empowered and given the right opportunities and the right tools, they can make a difference in the society,” said Jun Godornes, World Vision Resource Development director.
Now on its fifth year, #GirlsCan aims to recognize the unique struggles faced by girls in the country and globally, promote their rights, and foster their empowerment. The celebration will brought together advocates, stakeholders, and experts to share their knowledge, foster networking opportunities, and discuss World Vision’s #GirlsCan achievements and future goals.
Hosted by Janina Vela, the anniversary celebration featured inspirational talks from empowered Filipinas including Bianca Umali, Ayn Bernos, and Joyce Pring-Triviño. Renowned singers Christian Bautista and Aicelle Santos also showed their support to the campaign through a sweet serenade and meaningful messages for the attendees.
The #GirlsCan anniversary celebration is a lead up to the International Day of the Girl on October 11, 2023. To sustain the campaign, World Vision Philippines is seeking to help at least 1,000 young Filipinas through its Child Sponsorship program so they can reach their full potential by providing them the right tools to overcome adversity.
By sponsoring a child and making a donation of as little as Php25 per day or Php750 per month, anyone may support the cause. With this sum, the sponsor can assist in giving children access to necessities that can change their lives, such as education, clean water, health, and nutrition. By sending letters, pictures, and updates to the child, sponsors can also develop a relationship with them. The ultimate objective is to assist the sponsored child and his or her family in escaping poverty and creating a self-sustaining community.
Visit the #GirlsCan page at https://www.worldvision.org.ph/1000girls/ to find out more about how you can change a young girl’s life.
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