19/10/2026
DEBESMSCATโCawayan Campus Advances Sustainable Livelihoods Through Knowledge-Sharing and Community Engagement
The Dr. Emilio B. Espinosa Sr. Memorial State College of Agriculture and Technology (DEBESMSCAT)โCawayan Campus, in partnership with the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office V, successfully contributed to the capacity-building initiative โCapacity Building on Fostering Resilient Enterprises through Empowered Leadership, Financial Wisdom, and Sustainable Livestock Care,โ held on October 5, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 noon at the Municipal Plaza, Cawayan, Masbate, for 19 Sustainable Livelihood Program (SLP) Associations.
Representing the institution, Dr. Cesar D. Almonicar, Jr., Dean of the College of Education, facilitated Leadership and Values Formation, emphasizing self-leadership, positive values, and responsible decision-making. Krisha Mae Merioles, faculty member of the Industrial Technology Institute, discussed Financial Literacy, highlighting prudent financial management and informed decision-making for household well-being and sustainable livelihood operations. Meanwhile, Dr. Roger Y. Ibaรฑez, Jr., OIC Dean of the Institute of Agriculture, shared practical insights on proper livestock handling and management to strengthen participantsโ competencies and support enterprise productivity.
This engagement exemplifies DEBESMSCATโCawayan Campusโs commitment to translating academic expertise into meaningful community impact. Through collaborative partnerships and responsive extension services, the institution continues to advance community empowerment, strengthen livelihood capabilities, and promote inclusive and sustainable development.
Empowering people. Enriching livelihoods. Building resilient communities.
๐ธ and Caption: Dr. Cesar D. Almonicar, Jr.
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