Tuburan Adolescent Health and Development Youth Advocates—TAHDYA

𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐓𝐮𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞: 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐫𝐬!

We are beyond thrilled, humbled, and incredibly emotional to share some monumental news with all of you. Our team, the 𝐓𝐮𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐧 𝐀𝐝𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬, has been officially named a 𝙑𝙞𝙨𝙖𝙮𝙖𝙨 𝙁𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙨𝙩 for the 𝐓𝐞𝐧 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐔𝐍 𝐒𝐃𝐆 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 (𝐓𝐎𝐔𝐒𝐀) 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔!

When we first started this journey, our goal was simple: to create a safe, healthy, and empowering space for the adolescents and youth of Tuburan. We poured our hearts, late nights, and endless energy into advocating for health and sustainable development, never expecting that our local efforts would resonate on a national scale. To be chosen from numerous incredible nominees across the country is a testament to the power of youth-led change.

This milestone belongs to every single volunteer, partner, and community member who has supported us along the way. Thank you for believing in our vision!

What’s Next for Our Team?

We are absolutely ecstatic to announce that up to three of our dedicated representatives will be flying out to the stunning city of Puerto Princesa for the UN SDGs Youth Convergence 2026 from June 24 to 28, 2026 to formally accept this prestigious honor on behalf of our beloved community. But the excitement doesn't stop there, our path to the pinnacle continues as the esteemed panel of judges conducts their final deliberations to select the Top 10 National Winners from across the country. Please keep your fingers crossed and send all your love and prayers our way! No matter the outcome, this beautiful milestone allows us to amplify our voice on a grander scale; our advocacy will be proudly featured in the Philippine SDG Youth Index 2026, official United Nations agency reports, and blessed with long-term, transformative support through the Global Youth Program.

We started this movement because we believed that the youth aren't just the future, we are the present. This recognition only fuels our fire to work harder, love deeper, and push further for adolescent health and the Global Goals.

Padayon, Tuburan! Let's keep making waves! 💙🌱

‎𝟮 𝗗𝗔𝗬𝗦 𝗟𝗘𝗙𝗧!
🫁𝘽𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙝 𝙁𝙧𝙚𝙚𝙙𝙤𝙢, 𝙉𝙤𝙩 𝙎𝙢𝙤𝙠𝙚🚭
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‎As we prepare to return to our classrooms, let's also make a commitment to healthier choices.
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‎Every cigarette may seem small, but its effects can last a lifetime. This No Smoking Month, let's raise awareness about the dangers of smoking and inspire one another to make healthier choices.
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‎Your lungs were made to breathe fresh air, not smoke. Protect your health, safeguard your future, and be a positive influence on those around you.
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‎🌈📚 𝟯 𝗗𝗔𝗬𝗦 𝗧𝗢 𝗚𝗢!
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‎As we celebrate 𝙋𝙍𝙄𝘿𝙀 𝙈𝙊𝙉𝙏𝙃, we also count down the final days before a brand-new school year begins. With only 3 days left until classes start, let this be a reminder that every learner deserves a place where they can grow, express themselves, and be proud of who they are.
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‎This June, we welcome not only a new academic journey but also the values of respect, kindness, diversity, and inclusion. Together, let's build a school community where everyone belongs and every voice matters.
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‎See you in 3 days, students! 💙

Men who speak are not weak💙

4 days to go before classes!
Let this be a reminder that men’s mental health is not a side note—it is a vital part of our collective wellbeing. In the Philippines, men face significantly higher su***de rates than women—about 4.3 male su***des per 100,000 population compared to 2.1 among females.

Strength is not measured by silence, but by the courage to speak, to heal, and to seek support. This Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, we stand to break the stigma, to remind every man that his mind matters, his voice matters, and his story matters.

5 DAYS TO GO BEFORE CLASSES!

June is Scoliosis Awareness Month💚
Scoliosis isn’t just about posture—it’s about health, awareness, and early detection. Scoliosis affects millions of young people worldwide.About 3.1% of children and adolescents worldwide are affected by scoliosis, with adolescent girls showing higher rates (around 4%) compared to boys (about 2.6%). As we count down to back-to-school, let’s also count the importance of standing tall, checking early, and supporting one another.

Your spine tells a story—and it deserves to be heard.

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From walls to words to resolutions—our first TAHDYA meeting held on May 26, 2026 was all about shaping our future together. Redecorating our teen center, planning our monthly posts, and setting the tone for projects ahead that leads to making a change.

Happy Birthday, Ashley!
Today we celebrate not only your special day but also the incredible dedication you’ve shown to our organization and the youth we serve. May you continue to serve with passion and love. We celebrate you—not just for what you do, but for the heart you bring into it all.

From May 18–20, 2026, we took another step in shaping peer educators through our Ladderized Peer Education Training (LPET) Level 4. This 3-day training equipped our young peers with counseling skills and is designed to strengthen their capabilities as peer counselors. Over the three days of training, they built skills to ready their selves to educate adolescents in reproductive health and mental wellness, while growing as peer educators and leaders.

LPET wasn’t just about lectures—it was about learning how to sit with someone’s story, guide them through tough questions, and offer care where it’s needed most.

We, your teen advocates, want to remind everyone that love is more than just a feeling—it’s about respect, care, and making wise choices. This Valentine’s Day, we celebrate not only the love we share with others but also self-love and the strength to make positive decisions. Let’s continue to inspire our community, spread kindness, and support one another in every step of life.

Happy Birthday, Kuya Emman!
Thank you for being an inspiring leader and a dedicated President of TAHDYA. May you continue to lead with passion, service, and a heart for the youth. Wishing you good health and success always!