DEBESMSCAT conducts GST cum GEDSI Orientation for its Personnel

bicol SUC DEBESMSCAT conducts GST cum GEDSI Orientation for its Personnel

June 30, 2023 – DEBESMSCAT through the initiative of Ms. Princess Z. Balbuena, GAD Head, conducted a 1-day training on Gender Sensitivity, Gender Equity, Disability, and Social Inclusion last June 30, 2023 at the General Library. The training was attended by various personnel from different offices and colleges.

bicol SUC DEBESMSCAT conducts GST cum GEDSI Orientation for its Personnel

The highlight of the event was the valuable and comprehensive discussions of the resource speaker, Dir. Jocelyn L. Marifosque, Director of CSC-Masbate. She presented a wide-range of topics such as: GAD concepts, Gender Fair Language, Basic concepts on Safe Spaces Act, and Gender Equity, Disability, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI).

Throughout the orientation, participants were armed with a renewed commitment to promoting GEDSI and social justice within the DEBESMSCAT community and the wider society. They expressed enthusiasm about implementing the knowledge gained and creating meaningful change in their daily interactions with students, colleagues, and clients.

bicol SUC DEBESMSCAT conducts GST cum GEDSI Orientation for its Personnel

The orientation showcased the strong commitment of the College in making its campuses gender-inclusive and a safe zone for all genders.

Certainly, the orientation served as a valuable and timely finale for the month of June, which is also celebrated as the PRIDE Month worldwide.