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The Junior Social Workers' Association of the Philippines - PSU Chapter is sending some extra special birthday love to o...
29/11/2025

The Junior Social Workers' Association of the Philippines - PSU Chapter is sending some extra special birthday love to our incredible 1st year representative, Mary Christine Felix! ❤️

We hope your day was as amazing as you are. Thank you for being such a great and dedicated officer; we're so lucky to have you in the JSWAP Fam. Happy birthday, and may everything you've been dreaming of come true! ✨

🥂 A Toast to Our New Social Workers!Last October 31, 2025, we held a memorable testimonial dinner at Costa Palawan Hotel...
28/11/2025

🥂 A Toast to Our New Social Workers!

Last October 31, 2025, we held a memorable testimonial dinner at Costa Palawan Hotel to honor our newly registered Social Workers. The event celebrated their achievements, resilience, and unwavering commitment to the profession.

It was an evening filled with warmth, reflection, and joy as we came together to recognize this milestone. ✨ Truly, this celebration is a tribute to the hard work and dedication of our new social workers. 💖

Congratulations to all our Newly Registered Social Workers! 🥳
Your passion and dedication inspire us every day. Wishing you a future filled with success, meaningful experiences, and continued growth. 💗💞

The Palawan State University Bachelor of Science in Social Work joins the national 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Again...
28/11/2025

The Palawan State University Bachelor of Science in Social Work joins the national 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women from November 25 to December 12, 2025.

With this year’s theme, “UNiTEd for a VAW-Free Philippines,” we reaffirm our commitment to collective action
to stop violence, look beyond silence, and listen with compassion.

Let us stand together for a safer and more compassionate Philippines.

To our beloved JSWAP-PSU Adviser, Ma'am Gemma Bobis-Geriane, we wish you the happiest birthday! 💖 Your passion for teach...
11/11/2025

To our beloved JSWAP-PSU Adviser, Ma'am Gemma Bobis-Geriane, we wish you the happiest birthday! 💖

Your passion for teaching inspires our minds and hearts. ✨ Today, we want to express our appreciation for such an extraordinary teacher who always feels like family. 🌟

We are endlessly grateful for your dedication and the countless ways you enrich our lives. 💗 Thank you for always guiding us, for being a source of motivation, and for always being supportive. 💐

We wish you a year overflowing with love, laughter, and all the beautiful moments your heart can hold. May you continue to inspire and uplift. We love you, Ma'am Gemma! 🎉

With all our love and deepest appreciation,
Your JSWAP-PSU Family! 💕

🌍 Day 5 | Planetary Health Blended Intensive Program (BIP)Theme: Movement Building and Systems Change📅 October 17, 2025T...
24/10/2025

🌍 Day 5 | Planetary Health Blended Intensive Program (BIP)
Theme: Movement Building and Systems Change
📅 October 17, 2025

The final day of the Planetary Health BIP centered on Movement Building and Systems Change. Facilitated by Ms Margarita Sakilayan- Latvala of Diaconia University of Applied Sciences in Finland, it highlighted how collective effort and collaboration can drive meaningful transformation toward a just and sustainable future.

Participants dedicated the day to preparing for the Final Exhibition, where they showcased their week-long learnings and insights through creative outputs that reflected their Preferred Future. Each group was encouraged to express their theme using locally available and recycled materials, symbolizing creativity, sustainability, and commitment to action.

The team from Palawan State University (PSU), assigned with the theme “Policy, Power, and Participation,” featured three key symbols in their exhibit — the Globe Tree, the Mirror of Accountability, and the Lantern of Transparency — representing the interdependence of inclusive governance, social responsibility, and transparency in building equitable systems towards sustainable development.

After the exhibit, all participants engaged in a sharing session, where they reflected on their personal visions for the future and how these could be achieved collectively.

After this, the groups were then tasked to discuss their Probable and Preferred Futures. The PSU team were then invited by their original international groups from the online kick-off session. Together, through the use of technology (Zoom), they committed to keep in touch with each other intentionally as they envisioned continuous collaboration in pursuit of shared goals.

Through this final reflection, participants were reminded that sustainable transformation begins with collective awareness and action, and that every effort — no matter where or how small it begins — contributes to a larger movement toward planetary health and well-being. 🌱

🌍 Planetary Health BIP — Day 4 | October 16, 2025 🌿The fourth day of the Planetary Health Blended Intensive Program (BIP...
22/10/2025

🌍 Planetary Health BIP — Day 4 | October 16, 2025 🌿

The fourth day of the Planetary Health Blended Intensive Program (BIP) centered on the theme “Systems Thinking, Ambiguity, and Complexity.”

The first session, “Ambiguity and Systems Thinking,” was led by Mr. Sven Warnke of THWS University in Germany, where participants engaged in a group activity focused on observing and understanding systems — with members taking roles as both internal and external observers. This exercise encouraged participants to see how various components within a system interact and influence one another.

Following the activity, Mr. Warnke facilitated a discussion that deepened the understanding of how complex systems function beyond linear cause-and-effect relationships.

The day continued with the analysis of two case studies that demonstrated the complexities of human–environment interactions:

Case #1: "The Answer is Blowing in the Wind" was about green energy using windmills built on indigenous land of the Sami People in Norway. It was presented by Mr. Stian Eriksen of VID University in Norway, highlighting the social and cultural impacts of wind energy projects across Europe in line with the transition to renewable energy sources.

Case #2: “The Wound That Never Heals" was about Mining Issues in the Philippines, specifically highlighting its impacts in small island provinces like Palawan but also featuring case examples from various parts of the country. It was presented by Ms. Rachel Santos from Palawan State University, highlighting the challenge in balancing economic growth, environmental protection, and upholding the rights of marginalized communities like the indigenous people groups and farmers and fisher folk who are the most affected by mining and most vulnerable to disasters caused by climate change.

Half of the groups were assigned case #2, while the other half, including the PSU group, were assigned case #1. Each group had to analyze the case assigned to them in terms of interconnectedness and complexity of systems, highlighting how issues in the Global North and the Global South are deeply linked. Participants then created a complexity map to visualize these relationships, reflected on where they are in the map and what it implies as far as personal actions and goals are concerned, and shared their maps, reflections and insights with the whole group.

The session underscored the importance of systems thinking in understanding global challenges — a perspective that strengthens the foundation of Green Social Work, where holistic and interconnected approaches are essential to promoting social and ecological well-being. 🌱

🎉✨ Happy Birthday to Our Inspiring President, Lyka Joy Jaralve! ✨🎉 Today, October 22, 2025, as we celebrate your birthda...
22/10/2025

🎉✨ Happy Birthday to Our Inspiring President, Lyka Joy Jaralve! ✨🎉

Today, October 22, 2025, as we celebrate your birthday, the Junior Social Workers Association of the Philippines would like to express our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation for your exceptional leadership. On this special day, we honor not only your incredible work but also the unconditional spirit you bring to everything you do. 🌸🌻

Your unwavering dedication to leading our association with passion and grace has left an indelible mark on every work that we accomplished. 🌟 You pour your heart into each initiative, turning challenges into opportunities and inspiring us all to strive for excellence. Your hard work isn’t just seen—it’s felt, resonating in the smiles of those we serve and the unity of our team.

Thank you for being the glue that holds us together, for your late-night brainstorming sessions, your encouraging words, and the way you make every member feel seen and valued. You’ve turned our association into a family, and the world is brighter because you’re in it. 🌈

May your day overflow with the same warmth and light you generously share. Cheers to a year ahead filled with boundless joy, renewed purpose, and countless reasons to smile. 🎂🎁

Happy Birthday, Pres. Lyka Joy Jaralve! The JSWAP family cherishes you today and always. 🌟🌷

🌍 Planetary Health BIP — Day 3 | October 15, 2025 🌿The third day of the Planetary Health Blended Intensive Program (BIP)...
20/10/2025

🌍 Planetary Health BIP — Day 3 | October 15, 2025 🌿

The third day of the Planetary Health Blended Intensive Program (BIP) focused on the theme “Equity and Social Justice,” led by Ms. Paula Ratava and Ms. Sanna Jantunen Pezzia.

The discussion centered on understanding equity and social justice as essential pillars of planetary health — recognizing that sustainability is not only about protecting the environment but also about ensuring fairness, inclusion, and equal opportunities for all.

During the workshop, each group was tasked to promote one of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) under the 2030 Agenda. The Palawan State University (PSU) team was first assigned SDG 4: Quality Education, where they developed concrete solutions to promote accessible and inclusive learning opportunities in real-life contexts.

For Task 2, the PSU group was then assigned SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities and challenged to connect it with their first SDG. They explored how Quality Education can influence the development of Sustainable Cities and Communities, and vice versa — examining how one SDG can either promote or hinder the progress of another.

The session concluded with each group pitching their ideas, highlighting creative and actionable approaches toward achieving equity and sustainability — core principles reflected in Green Social Work, which bridges social justice and environmental well-being to build a fairer and more resilient world. 🌱

🌍 Planetary Health BIP — Day 2 | October 14, 2025 🌿Interconnection with Nature. The second day of the Planetary Health B...
18/10/2025

🌍 Planetary Health BIP — Day 2 | October 14, 2025 🌿

Interconnection with Nature.

The second day of the Planetary Health Blended Intensive Program (BIP) continued to explore the deep relationship between people and the planet.

The session began with the topic "Climate and Mental Health,” led by Ms. Annalisa Setti from the University College Cork (Ireland). The discussion highlighted how climate change not only impacts the environment but also affects our mental health and overall well-being, emphasizing the need for empathy, resilience, and awareness in facing global ecological challenges, as well as including green spaces in urban development and integrating nature in our everyday routine.

This was followed by the topic “Future-Oriented Thinking,” facilitated by Ms. Meg Sakilayan-Latvala a senior lecturer from the Diaconia University of Applied Sciences (Finland). Through workshops, group discussions, and presentations, participants engaged in the activity “Mapping the Future,” where each group was assigned a specific theme.

The Palawan State University (PSU) team focused on “The Future of Power, Policies, and Participation,” which challenged them to reflect on their Probable, Plausible, Possible, and Preferred Futures — envisioning how power structures, social policies, and active participation can shape a more sustainable world.

The day’s discussions encouraged participants to view planetary health through a forward-thinking lens — a practice rooted in Green Social Work, where social transformation and ecological awareness go hand in hand in building a just and sustainable future. 🌱

🌍 Planetary Health BIP — Day 1 | October 13, 2025 🌿Even with the challenge of different time zones and not being able to...
18/10/2025

🌍 Planetary Health BIP — Day 1 | October 13, 2025 🌿

Even with the challenge of different time zones and not being able to join the sessions physically in Finland, the Palawan State University participants actively engaged in the first day of the Planetary Health Blended Intensive Program (BIP).

Day 1 tackled two major topics that deepened the participants’ understanding of humanity’s role in our planet’s well-being.

The first session, “Climate Fresk,” led by Andrea Stitzel of Carinthia University of Applied Sciences (Austria) explored the interconnectedness between humans and the environment, emphasizing that the impacts of our actions are not just forward and linear, they form feedback loops — eventually the environmental impacts of our actions will have a ripple effect and in turn affect us but in greater magnitude.

The second session focused on Planetary Boundaries, where each group delved into one of the nine boundaries. The PSU students were assigned to the topic “Change in Biosphere Integrity.”

These activities challenged participants to think globally, reflect on cause-and-effect relationships, and understand how each boundary is interlinked in maintaining the balance of our planet — a perspective that aligns deeply with the principles of Green Social Work, which advocates for social responsibility, ecological justice, and sustainable human–environment relationships. 🌱

🌍 Planetary Health BIP Kick-Off | October 1, 2025 🌿The Junior Social Workers’ Association of the Philippines (JSWAP) – P...
16/10/2025

🌍 Planetary Health BIP Kick-Off | October 1, 2025 🌿

The Junior Social Workers’ Association of the Philippines (JSWAP) – Palawan State University Chapter proudly took part in the kick-off of the Planetary Health Blended Intensive Program (BIP) on October 1, 2025.

This international program is jointly implemented by the Diaconia University of Applied Sciences (Finland), Technical University of Applied Sciences Würzburg-Schweinfurt (Germany), Carinthia University of Applied Sciences (Austria), University College Cork (Ireland), VID Specialized University (Norway), and Palawan State University (Philippines).

A total of 48 students attended the event, including six participants from Palawan State University, namely:

• Aniar, Maria Trisha A.
• Gubat, Meccaila Franzn F.
• Guilaran, Michelle F.
• Ladica, Ma. Mekaila R.
• Muya, Kimberly B.
• Samoy, Marjorie Ann C.

Leading the PSU delegation is Social Work Faculty member Ms. Rachel D. Santos, RSW. She is also serving as a lecturer in the said BIP. During the kick-off she also gave a lecture on “Planetary Health: Global South Context and Perspectives”. 🌏

The PH-BIP also includes an online phase where students are expected to collaborate online for their assignments and an intensive week, where students will meet in Helsinki, Finland on October 13-17, 2025 for face-to-face lectures and workshops.

Through this collaboration, participants aim to strengthen global learning, interdisciplinary engagement, and sustainable action that connect human well-being with the health of our planet. 🌱


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