𝐂𝐀𝐏𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄𝐃 𝐈𝐍 𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐒 | 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲

𝐂𝐀𝐏𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄𝐃 𝐈𝐍 𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐒 | 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲

In line with the International Day of Charity last Friday, 15 Indigenous Peoples (IP) students from Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) under BUKLOD-LAHI were officially welcomed as scholars of the Assisi Development Foundation, Inc.–Educational Assistance Program, in partnership with the Yellow Boat of Hope Foundation.

The gathering, facilitated by Mr. Mon Corpuz of the Black Pencil Project—the visionary behind the Labney Yellow School of Hope—went beyond being a simple orientation. It became a beacon of encouragement and inspiration for the beneficiaries. IP student scholars were oriented on the program’s details, particularly on proper financial management, to help them maximize the support for their educational journey.

As part of the ceremony, the first tranche of financial aid covering two months was distributed to the student-beneficiaries, marking the beginning of sustained assistance and renewed hope for their studies.

Before the event concluded, Mr. Mon Corpuz and Mr. April Christian L. De Leon, Adviser of BUKLOD-LAHI and Chairperson for Services for Indigenous Peoples (IP) and Persons with Disabilities (PWD), agreed to formalize their collaboration through a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA). This step aims to strengthen communication and ensure the smooth delivery of services to the scholars.

Expressing their heartfelt gratitude, BUKLOD-LAHI shared in their Facebook post their optimism that this initiative will open doors to more meaningful collaborations dedicated to promoting the welfare and rights of indigenous peoples.

“Mula sa BUKLOD-LAHI, maraming salamat po!” the organization conveyed in their official post, highlighting their appreciation for the generosity and unwavering support of their partners.

By fostering partnerships such as this, TAU continues to champion inclusivity and access to education, ensuring that every student—especially those from marginalized communities—finds empowerment and opportunity through learning.

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