01/07/2026
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The Calingatngan Youth Organization (CYO) is deeply honored to be recognized as the Visayas Finalist for the Planet Award during the Ten Outstanding UN SDG Awards (TOUSA) 2026, held as part of the UN SDGs Youth Convergence in Puerto Princesa City, Palawan.
This recognition celebrates our unwavering commitment to environmental conservation, climate action, and youth-led community development. It reflects the dedication of every CYO member, volunteer, partner, and monitoring staff who has worked alongside us in creating meaningful and sustainable impact in our community during Round 1 and Round 2 of Bloomberg Philanthropies Youth Climate Action Fund.
The award was received by CYO President Jerwin Lloyd Aljibe together with SK Kagawad Engr. Mark Cedrick Galla, the prestigious recognition was formally presented on stage by Christopher Doroja, Executive Director of UN SDSN Youth Philippines, together with Renko Gaudiel, Senior Program Manager of Sustainable Development Solutions Network Youth Philippines, and Asec. Juanquine "Wacky" Racho Castro, Commissioner Representing Visayas of the National Youth Commission (NYC).
We extend our sincere gratitude to the Local Government Unit of Borongan City, under the leadership of City Mayor Jose Ivan Dayan Agda, for its unwavering support in advancing climate resilience and empowering youth participation in environmental sustainability and climate action initiatives. This recognition is also a testament to the City's continued commitment to investing in young leaders who are making a positive impact in their communities.
From local action to national recognition, our journey for the planet continues.