Kalinga State University - College of Engineering and Information Technology Extension Unit conducted an Operational CARES, Work Opportunities, and Critical Thinking, Leadership, Language and Scientific Literacy Project for Alternative Learning System Sessions with the General Education Faculty on Gender Sensitivity and Research Writing. The event was held today, January 27, 2025, at KSU 2nd Floor, Research and Extension Hall 2.
Spearheaded by Ms. Angeline Valdez, Ms. Erica Vane Buco, Department Chair for Languages, Ms. Eunice Baggas, Mr. John Henry Tampoy, Ms. Geraldine Baluyan, and Dr. Jeaner Clarin. Participated by the ALS Students, Teachers, and Supervisors of the School Division of Kalinga.
The project specifically aimed to educate the learners on prevailing gender issues and provide them an avenue to strengthen their gender equality goals. Open forum will be activated to further address actual situations which these learners experience or observe. In addition, the project is committed to impower women and promote equality through activities and strengthen the efforts or initiatives of the Department of Education.
In his message, Dr. Ronald U. Wacas, CEIT Dean, emphasized the importance of the program that the seminar is more than just a session, it is an opportunity to build stronger foundations in two critical areas which are gender sensitivity and research foundation. Both are essential in today's world, where inclusivity and knowledge shape the way, they connect and make impactful decisions.
Dr. Wacas further explained that by delving into gender sensitivity, we embrace the value of respect and equality in our communities, ensuring that no one is left behind. Meanwhile, enhancing skills in research writing equips us to contribute meaningfully to knowledge, document our ideas, and inspire others to learn from our work.
The CEIT-WOW Projects for ALS is an extension program that attempts to provide skills and knowledge enhancement opportunities to the ALS learners and implementers. Moreover, it is attuned to the learning competencies identified for the ALS learners, Dr. Ruth Ladwingon said in her closing remarks.
Through this extension program, the College of engineering and information Technology attempts to contribute to the elimination of gender disparities in education and ensure to equal access to all levels of education and Vocational training for the vulnerable, including persons with disabilities, indigenous peoples and children in vulnerable situations.
