NSTP MODULE 1 – FINAL REVIEWER
CICM ADVOCACIES
Implemented by CECA (Community Engagement and CICM Advocacies Office)
Goal: Respond to community needs through outreach, research, and extension programs
aligned with:
- CICM thrusts: Missio et Excellentia
- UN Sustainable Development Goals
PEACE AND LIFE EDUCATION (Elementary Level)
Interfaith Dialogues
Bullying Prevention
Conflict Resolution Seminars
Peace Art Exhibits
Peaceful Parenting Workshops
INTEGRITY OF CREATION (Junior High School)
Tree Planting
Climate Change Awareness
Waste Management
Environmental Seminars & Art
E-Waste Drives
YOUTH EMPOWERMENT (Senior High School)
Leadership Workshops
Life Skills & Literacy Programs
Youth Councils
Sports Development
Mentorship Programs
POVERTY ALLEVIATION (Business & Hospitality)
Financial Literacy
Entrepreneurship Training
Culinary Skills
Microfinance
Tourist Spot Revival
ENGAGED CITIZENSHIP (Education, Arts & Sciences)
Civic Education
Human Rights Seminars
Mental Health Support
Cultural Preservation
Literacy Classes
DISASTER RESPONSE AND RISK REDUCTION (Engineering, Architecture & IT)
Electrical & Earthquake Assessments
Hazard Mapping
Emergency Response Teams
Urban Planning
Recovery Activities
ADULT EDUCATION (Graduate & Continuing Education)
Literacy & Skills Training
Career Development
Re-skilling Programs
Intergenerational Learning
NUTRITION AND HEALTH DEVELOPMENT (Health & Allied Sciences)
Health Campaigns
BMI & Vital Sign Monitoring
Nutrition Classes
Blood Donation Drives
Herbal Gardens
GENDER AND DEVELOPMENT (Non-Teaching Personnel)
Gender Sensitivity Training
Safe Spaces Act Orientation
Women Empowerment Seminars
Self-Defense Training
Anti-VAW Activities
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT IN HIGHER EDUCATION
Key Aspects
Service Learning – Combines coursework with community service
Volunteer Programs – Encourages civic engagement
Partnerships – With LGUs, NGOs, schools
Community-Based Research – Solves local issues with community input
Economic Development – Supports local businesses
Cultural & Social Contribution – Events, lectures, exhibits
Educational Outreach – Scholarships, mentorship
Public Health Initiatives – Clinics, health education
Benefits
For Students: Real-world learning, leadership and problem-solving skills, civic
responsibility
For Institutions: Community support, stronger reputation, teaching & research
opportunities
For Communities: Access to resources, collaborative problem solving, economic & social
uplift
Challenges
Sustainability
Mutual Benefit
Impact Assessment
Equity and Inclusion