Project LEAD Ignites SK Leadership in Macrohon with Focus on Dialogue, Trust, and Inclusion
Youth empowerment took center stage as Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) leaders from across Macrohon, Southern Leyte gathered for a two-day leadership development workshop held on August 19–20 at the Macrohon Multi-purpose Court. The event, titled Empowering SK Leaders through Dialogue, Trust and Inclusion, aimed to equip young public servants with the tools and mindset needed for responsive and inclusive governance.
The workshop featured three dynamic modules:
- Effective Public Consultation and Community Engagement, which emphasized participatory planning and grassroots dialogue
- Building Trust and Addressing Community Concerns, focusing on transparency, accountability, and ethical leadership
- Inclusive Decision Making and Social Media Utilization, highlighting the importance of digital platforms in amplifying youth voices and reaching underserved sectors
Participants engaged in interactive discussions and breakout sessions designed to simulate real-world governance challenges. This second activity under the LEAD Project encourages SK officials to embrace their roles not just as policy implementers, but as community bridge-builders.
The activity also underscored the importance of SDG 4 (Quality Education) by equipping youth leaders with knowledge and skills to address local challenges. Moreover, it contributed to SDG 5 (Gender Equality) by fostering inclusive spaces where all voices—regardless of gender—were heard and valued.
The event concluded with a commitment from participants to bring the principles of dialogue, trust, and inclusion into their barangay initiatives, ensuring that youth leadership continues to be a force for positive change in Southern Leyte—echoing the global vision of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
