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This is a world cafe talk with resource speakers representing single, married, and clerical / ordained life. This is my way of helping the participants discern which state of life they are called to be a more loving person.

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Hals: In this picture, we were given a full day where we were introduced to nomads from Mindanao and what they were facing at the time during the previous term during SHS. My commitment is to truly know who the people around me are and understanding what they are going through—empathizing. 

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Hals: In this picture, we were given a full day where we were introduced to nomads from Mindanao and what they were facing at the time during the previous term during SHS. My commitment is to truly know who the people around me are and understanding what they are going through—empathizing. 

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This picture is an example of an outreach program which is essentially visiting communities that are part of the marginalized sector; I have experienced joining an outreach program once, and since this recollection, I would like to do it once again. In participating in outreach programs, I become one step closer in becoming a person for others.

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This is the logo of the World Bank, whom I hope to work for someday (or any other intergovernmental organization like the UN or IMF). In choosing the more loving option, I hope to be part of an initiative that advances world peace and cooperation between nations.

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This is a photo of a youth service that I started attending last Saturday. I was simply invited by my aunts and I casually agreed with no expectations. As someone who is not particular religious, the talk that the pastor gave seemed kind of like a wake up call for me to start believing and entrusting my life to God more. Before anything else, I really want my starting point in making a more loving choice to be: building a stronger bond with God and finding his place in my life. From here on, I will try to reach out to other people, spread positive energy around them, and be the sunshine in people's lives even if it means starting with the ones around me because this is really something not easy for me to do. -Anna David

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This picture was taken during one of our youth gatherings in my hometown. I was one of the members who facilitated this specific event wherein we had a kamustahan, a talk, and a plenary sharing. In choosing the more loving choice, I plan to continue being part of my Catholic community where I'm able to serve and participate in different programs they have (i.e. outreach programs & evangelization).
- Anne Meollo-L2

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These are photos from a fundraising activity I helped organize. Despite having my own career and busy schedule, I commit to always have time for my advocacy. Specifically, I commit to making basic necessities more accessible to the poor through regular volunteer work and organized action.

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I don't have anything specific in mind, but I do hope to one day become someone who can impart good wisdom to somebody else even though it may not be in a classroom. I don't know if I still want to become a teacher, but I do want to inspire a young person at least once in my life.

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Despite the fully online setup for the past 2 years, it didn't stop me from serving and advocating for various sectors. This photo is our group (or what we call kada in the org) where we devote a day in a week to craft modules for the kids or the sector we serve.
- Czarina Dy

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This photo was taken from MEcO's website, showcasing one of their flagship projects: Save Campaign. This project embodies what I want to do, share my knowledge about financial literacy and impact investing to other people.

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Although I go to church and attend youth service and conferences about Christianity, I still do not consider myself as a religious person as I sometimes feel that I am not genuine and sincere enough every time I talk to God. I have no idea about what God’s calling for me is, but right now I am more focused on establishing a deeper and genuine relationship with God in order to be deserving with His love. This serves as my response to become more loving because when God has finally opened my heart and mind, I will become whole different person — a person for and with others. - Shaira Nual, D3

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This was a photo taken back in 2019 when our class was doing a social action program activity where we had to clean and refurbish an old school and fix a lot of its facilities. I plan to continue my service towards other people so that I may open a lot more opportunities for other people to strive as well. - Alex Tolentino

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My classmates and I during a DOST caravan with the them: Science for the People.

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Be a scientist for the people - Kianna Louise S. Navarrosa

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Be a scientist for the people - Kianna Louise S. Navarrosa

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I feel like combining my advocacy for education together with my passion for science would be a really great way to support the masses and choose the more loving option. By getting my degree in chemistry and eventually becoming a scientist who will make scientific contributions with the masses in mind, I am able to not only bring science closer to the people (which will eventually let them make informed decisions), but also work myself out and eradicate my bias that I previously mentioned in the discussion board (aka finding it difficult to support the masses with the current socio-political climate of the country). I personally think that is my action of choosing the more loving option.

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This photo way back 2019 shows our fundraiser/outreach program called "Penseal their Future" to support the academic and basic needs of children of an orphanage in Manila, which we successfully visited multiple times and even held a Christmas Party for them as we gave the donations. To choose the more loving choice, I have always wanted to meet new people and plan to do this act of service to needy communities that are often neglected in our modern-day society since I advocate for inclusivity and look forward to more opportunities, not just for myself, but for other people as well. Luke Oliva THEO13-L2

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The image above is a medical mission. In my commitment to do the more loving choice, I study and work hard now in order to provide quality and accessible health care, in the future, for Filipinos who do not have the means to pay for medical attention.  Sofia Isip Theo13-M1

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For one school year, I spent one week a day teaching public school kids in Marikina basic English and Math lessons, as a part of my high school's project. Although I don't plan to teach in the future, I do want to pursue being a lawyer/attorney that takes the cases of poorer individuals. By handling these cases with no fee, I hope to bring justice to those with no voice, especially in our corrupt country.

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I really want to help students in attaining better education since I think this is a very crucial step in achieving success. As such, a concrete plan I can think of is having more fundraisers addressed specifically to improve facilities of school to improve the quality of education in our country.
(Ocampo, Justin Rei F., THEO 13-M1)

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Be a competent economist. I believe excelling in the field I chose will greatly benefit those in my community because it is a profession wherein it takes into account the decisions people make.

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I do not know yet how I can concretely help in larger communities but one way I try to find the more loving option is by trying to be inclusive and make sure people feel comfortable around me. I know that being, or even feeling, excluded is a painful feeling and I wouldn't want anyone around me to feel that way. So one way I try to be loving is, despite my being an introvert, I still try my best to  notice those around me and see if I could make them feel more at ease, welcomed, or noticed.
Jacob Vitug, THEO 13 - L2

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Committing to intuitive and spiritual work for the rest of my life - (Alisha Ples, 3 AB DS)

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Committing to intuitive and spiritual work for the rest of my life - (Alisha Ples, 3 AB DS)

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This is a shamanic Cacao ceremony I attended in mid-August. It was a gathering with other spirituality practitioners, mystics, and shamans where we were able to be our most raw, flawed, and human selves. It felt like a purging of all the negative energy we would accumulate in our line of work, but it was all so beautiful despite the grittiness because we knew we'd come out of the experience better spiritual leaders. It was in this ceremony I was sure that I was willing to go through the scary and crazy of honing this gift if it meant I could tear down that illusion of separation we all have with ourselves and the world around us.

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This is a picture of a medical mission my father went to as a member of a charity organization. I wish to follow in his footsteps and hopefully be able to reach out to as many people as he did. Like him, I want to have the opportunity to change the lives of others as well. - Marc Chua

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This is a pub that was done for the initiative I am co-heading in sanggu. I believe that one way I can answer God's call to love is through this support group. Considering our goal is to make participants feel welcome and less isolated during the changes brought on by this pandemic, I think it perfectly encapsulates how I want to be able to help my communities.
Gianella Camacho - Theo13 L2

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In my stay in HFH BC, I served as a training specialist under the members development arm of the internals department. The role essentially serves to create events and activities to help train the members of the org to better understand the mission, vision, and advocacy of the org all the while inspiring them to act and serve for their own advocacy. I believe that this experience and choice is something that encapsulates my one of my desires which is to inspire people through planning member centric activities :> - Raymond Zhang Section M1

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I don't quite have a set path in mind for this- but I've always loved fixing problems. Finding ways out, or best ways through-I like helping people see the solution, I like helping them get there. Maybe that's in pursuing law, maybe that's in my other creative endeavours, but the ways I do it now is to listen to the people around me, offer my insight, offer help, or even just sitting with them while they weather through it. (GADIL, D.)

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This photo was taken in 2019, where our group hosted and celebrated a Christmas party with the kids we taught Catechism to in Senior High. I remember the stories, hopes, dreams, and smiles they share in choosing to do the loving choice. Although I do not see teaching as something I will do in the future, it is my own commitment and dream to be able to use my degree in fulfilling theirs and bring more smiles; with this I am called to then continue to study hard at the present.

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This is an image of the Sunday service I typically attend. Despite being what I would consider to be a devout Christian, the pandemic has caused me to become more complacent and to be more inconsistent when it comes to attending. However, my plan is to use what I learn in church in order to spread more love and care as a servant of God. I've received many blessings and gifts, and my plan is to use these to help those who are more in need. - Jose Francisco Oreta

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In my high school, the student council was given the opportunity to be immersed in specific communities. I was immersed with a family of farmers, and there I realized how hard it is to live their life. This is a concrete way to a more loving choice because I believe to truly understand them, I have to be able to empathize with them in a deeper manner which this immersion has given me.

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This is a picture of 2 people having a dialogue. I think the first step to choosing the more loving option is to take a moment and just have a conversation with people and try to get to know them more. Choosing the more loving choice should be more natural with this, and I will even know better how to help them.

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This is just one of those times where I am (with my family) active on charity events like this one. Service was always one of the things we do. I actually did catechism for two years during my junior high school years, as a part of a routine as a part of the CREAM class. I do not usually initiate these activities but when doing so, actually felt really good and fulfilled at the end of the day.

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To work as a clinical Psychologist - Vallente, Joachim 3 BS PSY

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To work as a clinical Psychologist - Vallente, Joachim 3 BS PSY

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I plan to work and study hard in order to become a clinical psychologist. I hope to use this job to help people, not just those who can easily afford therapy, but to reach out to those who many not have adequate access to proper mental healthcare. I hope to spread awareness regarding the field, and help reduce the stigmatization and misinformation regarding the practice and field that is very prevalent today.

- Joachim Vallente

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Since I was a child, I was raised by my parents to be helpful and empathetic to other people. The picture above was taken by me in 2019 when me and my mom went to a school with her friends to donate school supplies, money for the renovation of the buildings, and foods for the students. From that moment, I realized that it gives me joy to see the happy faces of the kids that we've helped. That is why I planned to do these kind of things more often in the future when I am already financially stable to help not just kids, but more people.

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When I took up economics, I've always saw myself being in the corporate world although an aspect of it always buggers me as it's known as a self-centered world. As my plan of action is to bring compassion and care for other's welfare despite the stereotype of having to be self-centered. Therefore, I'd like to consider CSR in the future steps of my career. Carmela Palanog Theo 13-M1

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The picture above is a time back in 2019 where me and my friends made an innovation to help teachers and students. Although this picture is from a long time ago, my burning passion to help everyone around me still hasn't died down and will never die down. I am still not sure on how I could actually do the more loving choice, but one thing is for sure, I will do my best to find the right path for me that will make me serve as a beacon that helps those around me.

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This image depicts one of the many instances of the "Helping hands" program that my church holds all around the world. I have had the privilege of participating in quite a few of these activities here in the Philippines, and the example that this sets inspires me to do my best even outside of it.

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This photo was taken during December 2021 wherein I accompanied my mother to a donation drive facilitated by their office when Typhoon "Odette" hit Region 8.

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Ever since Typhoon Yolanda hit our hometown in Palo, Leyte, I have become aware and compassionate about helping others especially in the times of typhoon aftermaths since I know firsthand what it's like to be devastated. By helping and giving aid to others in times of troubled times, this is what I consider as my more loving choice, that is to serve. -Beah Marie Rentuaya (THEO13-N2)

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I hold animals dear to my heart, and I believe advocating for their welfare and rights to co-exist peacefully alongside us humans is as important as anything else. Ensuring we live in a peaceful, kind, and caring society begins with the little actions we do in our day-to-day lives, and inviting others to join me in the journey towards respectful living towards all living beings will lead us towards a more loving world. Through this organization and in everything I do onwards, I aim to use my skills and talents to help educate others on how to best care for animals and co-exist peacefully alongside them.

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I'd like to pursue research and excel in data science. I see it being applied in finding and or preventing problems by analyzing information. I want to be responsible enough so that the information obtained and spread is truthful to those who use it.

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During RecWeek, I decided to join Ateneo SPEED, an org that focuses on giving various support to the special needs community. With this, I plan to join projects and involve myself in showing love and giving support in all the ways I can.

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In my senior year of high school, I had a community immersion wherein we had to incorporate homemade products from a small community in Laiban to our products that we would sell in school and in the mall. This gives the small community the attention and credit they deserve, while the profit is divided amongst the students and the "mothers" from the province. This is a prime example of how I would be able to be a person for others without any of my goals being compromised.
- Calista Pineda

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Taken last March, this photo holds a special place in my heart as it is a testament of a love that conquers. Despite all the struggles, I have always stood my ground when fighting for what is right and just. To put others before myself by calling for institutional change. In the face of overwhelming obstacles, I will always let  love prevail by using my voice to speak for the voiceless. To heed God’s call, I commit my time and effort to fight gross injustice through all possible avenues.

Palao BS MGT

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In my junior year, our high school had a program where we would be teaching public school kids from grades 5 and 6 once a week to enrich them. At first, I only saw it as a school requirement and only did the bare minimum just to pass. This picture was taken at the end of the year, after I had met them at least 40 times. I had learned who they were, how they lived and what they wanted to be. it was here that I learned to appreciate what I have and they continue to inspire me to work hard so that I can make life better for people like them. Now, I have absolutely zero intention of pursuing teaching, I am pursuing computer science, but these kids showed me my passion for helping others, and I plan to use what I have been given to uplift others in this new age of technocracies.

Gabriel Azores | THEO 13 N2

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This picture is from an event where we served as facilitators in welcoming Atenean freshie scholars for this school year. Since this is a yearlong commitment, I want to do the more loving choice by ensuring that these freshman will be able to adjust to their new environment and find a home and community here in Ateneo.
-Jopao Domingo | Theo 13 L2

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I used to teach public school kids in San Juan when I was in high school. As someone who is now taking up economics, I want to start by sharing what I know that could help others' lives economically.

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Practicing compassion for others is my way of being a more loving person. Sometimes, the best way to help others is to just listen and be there for them. I was able to practice this with my friends who would often tell me that they just enjoyed my company, and being able to vent without feeling judged. Some forget that not everyone needs solid solutions to feel better, sometimes they just want to be validated for how they feel, and let out their concerns.

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In order to be a more loving person, I think it starts with those around me where I choose to show more my love for my family, friends, classmates, teachers, etc. I always choose to be kind to everyone and help them when they are down, comforting them, actively listening to their problems, and maybe helping their issue or offering advice. It doesn't take much to be a kind person, yet it is also difficult to do so sometimes and I hope I can became someone people can rely on.
- Joysann Go | THEO 13 M1

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It is a dream of mine to finish my current undergraduate degree and pursue further studies in art and music. I want to one day teach fellow Christian musicians and singers how to write excellent music for God and His Church. I also hope to hold workshops and classes that will equip PWDs or those who are struggling with finances in arts and crafts. I want to come alongside them and work on whatever they have, so that they may find fulfillment and earn a living as well.

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This is a picture of my students from the Tulong Dunong project back in senior high school. Teaching these kids made me feel fulfilled and it gave me a sense of relief that there are projects like that prioritizes other children's education, especially those who need it the most. Knowing that I am privileged, I want to continue sharing my knowledge and wisdom in order to better the education of other children. I plan on joining these types of programs in order to help out others with the best of my abilities and by showing compassion to them.

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As a computer science major, my expression of commitment towards doing the more loving response to God's call is by creating/optimizing technology so that it can easily accessed and properly used by people in all social classes. Since technology is something that will remain dominant for the next few decades, by giving everyone the opportunity to use them, they would be able to improve their own lifestyles and of those around them. - Emilio Gentolia, D3

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This photo was taken during the time I was volunteering in my previous church's Sunday school ministry. Unfortunately, I don't have a photo with me in it, however I was fortunately able to retrieve my only photo in Sunday school. Assisting my co-teachers and setting up the classroom was not an easy work, however, it made me realize that teaching these kids was very satisfying when they show their appreciation through their smiles and simple "thank you's".  Having experienced this, it made me realize how helping the community really shows how God calls us to be more loving. The photo above coincidentally tells us that God is love, and going beyond your comfort zone to help one another is indeed God's love manifested within us.
- Ashley Go, Theo 13-C3

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The picture above is a donation update from my virtual debut initiative where I asked my family and friends to donate to my partner beneficiaries. I find this memorable because I was able to do something special for those I advocate for — children and women — despite the pandemic and lockdown. I am beyond grateful for having this opportunity to serve and be a woman with and for others because this allowed me to not only help children and women in my ways but also raise awareness and encourage others to do the same. I chose this as an expression of my commitment to do the more loving response to God’s call during this time because I realized that my purpose is connected to my advocacy because I simply want to improve myself to bring even more joy and love to those I advocate for. Truly, the true purpose of life is to live life on purpose which entails recognizing one’s gifts and using these to positively impact others.

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It has been a dream for me to do outreach programs to help out communities that are struggling with finding stable employment and terrible living conditions. I have always been scared of being judged for being privileged, which is why I often felt discouraged doing this. However, I know now that it's not about whether I feel judged or not, but that I help them no matter what. -Ong, Nates M1

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I've been serving in a ministry in a Christian youth community called Elevate for over a year already. I've been wanting to integrate God in all aspects of my life, and I recognized that I had leadership skills. Elevate gave me the opportunity to practice my skills in my spiritual life as I serve through organizing events bringing people closer to God. This year, i took the challenge of becoming a discipleship group leader wherein I lead a group of women in their spiritual journey with God. In choosing the more loving choice, I want to continue sharing God's love and grace by strengthening and developing solid relationships with those around me, and eventually guiding them in areas of their life they need help in. Sita Valenuzela TH13-C3

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A part of my senior high school curriculum involved an outreach program, where we organized an event in UPTC to give a platform for the Laiban Cooperative to sell their immune-boosting products. This process involved immersing ourselves in their communities to develop a better understanding of how their local products are made, and using our skills as business management students to market it to the public. I had a great time doing this project because it combined something I am good at (ie. business and marketing) with a great initiative to empower the Laiban community, which I think is an authentic example of doing the more loving choice.

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This picture showcases a beach clean-up that I attended a few years ago, which truly opened my eyes to the effects of our daily and seemingly insignificant indifference to the manner by which we throw our trash to the greater community. Because of this experience, I am now committed to not merely doing my individual efforts to create a cleaner earth (e.g., CLAYGO, segregation, etc.), but as well as attending this event every now and then. By having a cleaner community, we may do a better job at protecting all organisms and species.

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As someone who has dealt with multiple mental health issues in the past, I think the first step to a more loving and caring response is by being there and listening to people who may need it. Everyone is going through something currently and I believe that a simple "how are you doing?" can really make so much of a difference. I believe wholeheartedly that simple acts like this can really turn the tide and make a difference.

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Wherever my career takes me, my heart will always go out to those that I work with and the struggle that comes with work, especially those who work in the arts. I hope to help create a future that has better protections for those in the labor sector, especially those who have poor access to employment due to poverty.
- Gaemon Espinosa, TH13-N2

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Socially Innovative Business:
I want to have my own business that is rooted in social innovation wherein I get to empower more people and improve their lives through the utilization of data and technology without having to replace workers with tech (e.g. AI). Thus, I chose Growsari as one of my inspirations in pursuing such a business that helps the lives of many sari-sari store owners.

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I'm an animal lover. At home right now, we currently have six dogs. So as a driver, my heart has always gone out to the stray dogs and cats I see on the road because I know how prone they are to accidents. Free spaying and neutering services must be implemented in LGUs, and stricter penalties must be imposed against animal cruelty. With this, my partner and I, being both dog and cat people, aspire to build an animal shelter of our own someday where we can provide a comfortable shelter for them. We also hope to foster them so they may find loving homes. If they end up not being adopted, we want to be the beacon of hope and love in their lives as much as we can. It's one of the things that motivates me to get up every morning.

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This picture was taken when my friends and I cooked food for the orphanage. We felt really happy that we can make something for them, even if it is as simple as serving a meal for them. In choosing the more loving option, I hope to be more initiative in helping people in need within my ability.

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This is an image usually associated with sustainable development. Being from a science course and concerned with innovation, I find myself hoping that one day I would be able to contribute to the field of science in developing better and accessible means of addressing the needs and problems of different communities. I plan to work towards sharing newfound or improved knowledge and/or technology that would benefit everyone, especially those in need and most vulnerable.
-Kent Gellada | Theo 13 L2

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During my high school and senior high school years, I have been part of several outreach programs which embody what I want to do in life. I want to help the people around me by sharing and helping them in every way possible.  - Wilchester Letran Theo 13-L2

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In a time of hardships, it can be easily rationalized to do actions because of the bad situation one is in. And most of these are because of not being able to afford the basic necessities like food, shelter, and clothing. If possible in the future, It would be amazing to be able to initiate some kind of program or organization that will be able to contribute in solving the root of the problems a lot of people are dealing with instead of band-aid solving them.

Cameron Ramos C3

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In the past two years, Ateneo Peers has helped me become a better person and I have grown into someone I honestly would not recognize if I went back to my first year in college. Being part of Peers makes me want to help fulfill its message and vision of "helping others help themselves." Since Peers helped me, I want to help and give back to Peers. Mental health has become my advocacy in the past few years and helping others become more emotionally competent is my plan for this and the following academic year.

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I really think that the best course of action for me to take involves improving myself, becoming more competent, while also building the confidence that I can use my gifts for the sake of others. The above photo was taken back in late 2019 during one of these community visits as part of the Christian Service and Involvement Program (CSIP). Although there are many uncertainties that I'm dealing with right now, in the meantime, I believe that I can still be of service by seeking opportunities to engage in similar activities.

Jose Antonio Camacho, THEO 13-C3

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Back in 2019, before the pandemic, my fellow class officers and I headed a class volunteer work at Tahanan ng Pagmamahal. It was not something encouraged by the school to do but with our school fair profits, we had much to share and we opted to spend it not on ourselves but for others. Unfortunately, no pictures were allowed to be posted as it contained the faces of the children.

- Tan, Hannah

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My concrete plan towards the more loving option is aligned with my future career which is to become a doctor, not just the typical one, but the one who really participates in medical outreach to better serve the community, especially those who do not have the right access to healthcare. Although I still have a long way to go to become a doctor, I wish to start this plan of action as a student (and medical student soon) through volunteering and my organizations.

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This picture was taken before the pandemic, when my schoolmates and I reached out to people who had no access to electricity at home. We were able to provide them with low cost solar light tubes, and also taught them how to make their own as well. In the future, I would also like to reach out to more people in need and who have not been receiving much help from other people. I would like to support them and to try addressing their needs. -- Joaquin Mendoza

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This was one of our organization's sector-based flagship project entitled Kuwentong Pambata which seeks to encourage children from disadvantaged communities to share their stories using art and literature. Hence, this project embodies my commitment to truly knowing the people around me, as well as listening and understanding their current circumstances. They should not only be known as statistics or defined by their disadvantages.
- Lindsey Lim (THEO 13 M1)

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Above is a picture of a simple violin exercise. As a violinist of 9 years, I have the opportunity to teach young gradeschoolers the violin weekly so that they may be able to develop their talents and perform well in concerts and intermissions. This is my way of helping the community that they may artistically express themselves and bring serenading and uplifting music to everyone around them. - Mary Martha Therese L. Manaligod

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My cohort (I was in Y3 JHS then) went to Batam for a Service Learning Trip where we were assigned to renovate the interior of the orphanage while we took turns in holding "classes" for the kids. This is a way to help the community--- to uplift the under-privileged no matter how small you think an action may impact their lives. For example, renovating their space gives them a safe and conducive family environment for them to feel that there is somewhere they can call a safe space despite their individual circumstances.

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I went to Atty. Leni Robredo's campaign rallies in Makati and Pasig, and the thanksgiving rally in Ateneo. This picture was in Makati. It took like 3 hours for us to park and it was so crowded so I wasn't able to take a proper picture of myself and the crowd. This event, the whole campaign period, gave me so much hope, even for a while. To see so much people all come together rooting for the same presidential candidate, makes me feel like I have a big nation family outside of my own. The reason being my decision to choose to love radically through voting for a president who'll also be able to do so. Voting is a privilege to show our love for the country, for the individual Filipino people. I never regretted supporting her, and I will continue to do so through supporting the NGO she's leading.

- Chibi Salvador, THEO13 D3

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As a CS major, I don't know where I'll be after college, but I will always strive to be compassionate and understanding with people. I hope to create opportunities for others to learn and prosper with their studies or career especially those who don't have the means to do such.

- Elias Fernandez (Elaine) | TH13-N2

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I really wanna help less fortunate kids have a chance at a proper and bright future. I wanna be able to support organizations such as UNICEF through donations or volunteering.

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Commitment to The 1una Project, a mental health campaign started by my friends and I

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Commitment to The 1una Project, a mental health campaign started by my friends and I

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Earlier this year, my friends from my highschool years and I started the 1una Project as a fundraising campaign for mental health. But it was until recently that we've decided to go beyond mental health and provide support to a wider demographic in our society such as the impoverished and victims of terrible events. Little by little, we plan to register 1una as an official org to further better our reach and effectiveness of the help that we will be providing in our future endeavors.

-Niels Henrik Aguiba

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This is a photo from my organization's typhoon relief and rebuilding operations. Here we sent lights to far flung communities you could only visit via mini bangkas. In realizing that the priviledge to light was something many communities were stripped off after the typhoons, it felt fulfilling to provide these communities with such resources. The recollection inspires me to continue my initiative as a way to be of loving service to the people around me

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Boats and boating--Equipment and supplies

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This photo was taken during my outreach in my senior year of high school. My buddy (JD) and I spent a whole week together. In this outreach, I was exposed to kids with complicated lives up to this point. It was eye-opening because my parents gave me a blessed and fulfilling childhood. JD told me that he had never met his parents; all he knew were his foster parents and siblings. Despite all of this, I was amazed at how happy he was and grateful despite his circumstances. This experience showed me that we should always be grateful for what we have because so many people out there have it worse than us who still find it in their hearts to show love to the people around them.

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Given the current state of our country in which information is being weaponized and the lines between truths and fallacies blur, I think it our duty to be vanguards of integrity in all forms of media. People who still continue to battle disinformation even when they become at risk really inspire me to speak up and let the truth ripple against pools of false information.

-Sinohin

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Stray animals have always had a special place in my heart ever since I was a kid as our dogs are part of a lineage of strays.  In the future, I will strive to help even more strays as I can in order for them to feel the love and warmth of having a home. Even if there are people who regard animals as lowly beings due to them not being human, they are still God’s loving creations which I seek to protect and share my love to. - Astrud Castro L2