A Fun Fashion Quiz: Which Sewing Machine is Right for You?

Here's something fun for you, fashionistas! 

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Is there a runway icon in you that’s crying to come out? Then take this Fashion Quiz to help you decide, what your next runway collection should be!

1. Choose the word that best describes your personality.

a. Wholesome

b. Classy

c. Adventurous

d. Fierce

2. Where do you usually buy your clothes?

a. Umm, at the mall.

b. My mom buys my clothes.

c. At unique weekend bazaars.

d. I make my own clothes.

3. What would you do if you met your fashion icon?

a. Freeze and instantaneously pass out

b. My fashion icon has unfortunately gone to the other side

c. Ask for relevant fashion tips

d. I am my own fashion icon

4. Which of these patterns speak to you?

a. Embroidered

b. Plaid

c. Modern geometric

d. Houndstooth

5. It’s Fashion Week! What do you do?

a. Life goes on.

b. I’m part of Fashion Week.

c. Perhaps catch a glimpse of it on my feed

d. What’s Fashion Week?

6. Which model best fits your fashion collection?

a. Jessica Stam

b. Karlie Kloss

c. Chanel Iman

d. Coco Rocha

7. How do you feel about fashion magazines?

a. I have 32 different subscriptions

b. I flip through them for inspiration

c. In the digital age? Really?

d. I read them when I’m in the salon

8. Describe your closet

a. Neat and orderly

b. Small but curated

c. Sometimes I can see the floor

d. So. Many. Clothes.

9. An outfit isn’t complete without...

a. A statement diamond necklace

b. An edgy attitude

c. Sky-high heels

d. A leather bag

10.  Which color is the new black?

a. Black

b. Tartan

c. Taupe

d. Marsala

RESULTS for your next runway collection …

If you have mostly A answers, you got: HAUTE COUTURE

From Paris to Tokyo, you are meant to conquer the fashion world! Equipped with your trusted sewing machine and a keen eye for high fashion, get ready to set the runway ablaze with your fabulous creations!

No self-respecting haute couturier would be caught dead using second-grade sewing machine. To make your vision a reality, you need a strong and dependable workhorse. The Brother NV-55P is the sewing machine of your dreams! This stunning piece of machinery features an LCD display, centralized control panel, automatic needle threader, quick set bobbin, LED sewing light, 7-point feed, and 135 built-in stitches that includes letters. For Php 24,995.00, you can start sewing your vision to life!

If you have mostly B answers, you got: EVENING GOWNS

All the weeks of sleepless nights slaving over intricate beadwork and delicate embroidery pays off when you become the only fashion designer to the stars! Celebrities and A-listers alike will fall in line and beg you to design their evening gown for the next and hottest fashion gala in the metro.

The Brother M3034D sewing machine may just very well be a celebrity fashion designer's best friend. This impressive couturier's companion features a whopping 4-thread overlocker for easy threading, fast and simple lower looper threading system, instant rolled hem, and differential feed for perfect seams on virtually any fabric type! At just Php 21,995.00, you instantly get your money back with your first commissioned evening gown!

If you have mostly C answers, you got: STREET FASHION

The who's who of the metro will soon be donning your own brand of edgy urban chic and street fashion wear! Magazine editors and fashion stylists will knock on your door and practically sleep at your doorstep just to have the opportunity to have you and your collection grace the covers of all the glossies!

The Brother JS-1410 is the perfect sewing machine for budding designers and aspiring fashion entrepreneurs! This handy dandy equipment has 14 built-in stitches, 4-step automatic buttonhole, top load bobbin, LED sewing light, and comes with instructional DVD for fast and easy sewing lessons. All that and for only Php 9,995.00, it's practically a steal!

If you have mostly D answers, you got: MEN'S WEAR

Buckle up because you are now part of a modern fashion revolution! Men's Fashion is what the edge of your seat was made for. Every little bit of your creation represents your persona—smart, edgy, and dapper. You are not just a fashion designer, YOU ARE FASHION.

All those crisp lines, clean hems, and fancy needlework require a steady and reliable sewing machine. The Brother GS-2700 is a workhorse on steroids. This impressive piece of modern equipment has a built-in needle threader, quick set bobbin, 1-step buttonhole, manual stitch length and stitch width control, and whopping 27 built-in stitches! For only Php 12,995.00, you can be the men's fashion savior of the galaxy.

For more information on Brother's line of exceptional sewing machines, visit http://welcome.brother.com/ph-en.html

The Real Measure of Intelligence and Success

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The time has come to explore and recognize the different forms of intelligences to help children achieve the most success. 

Understanding that success isn’t solely based on how good a child is in math or science means giving the chance to recognize their ability to be good at other things as well, eventually creating a generation that possess multiple intelligences.

“We continue to seek ways for parents and educators to recognize that developing multiple intelligence is just as relevant as academic performance, giving kids today the chance to develop their inherent skills in a motivated and well-rounded environment,” says Rhea Villareal, Senior Product Manager, Progress Pre-School GOLD. “Multiple intelligence can spark multiple achievements – it is the edge that this new generation will have.”

Leading with multiple intelligence

This edge is perhaps best exemplified by some of this country’s young multi-achievers who were recently recognized at Progress Pre-School GOLD’s Multiple Intelligence Recognition Day. Among them are Sofia Pablo, whose excellence in academics is complemented only by equally impressive achievements in dance and sports; Cedric Rafael Uson, whose potential for leadership and the arts are notable; Sean Clarence Cai, who consistently impresses others with his propensity for numbers and excellent interpersonal skills at such a young age; Luis Raphael Danao, whose academic achievements are rivaled only by his passion and excellence in sports; and Ciara Russegger, whose athleticism and academic inclinations prove that a seamless integration of brain, body and people smart is possible with the right support. 

Kim Atienza, multi-achiever and Commencement speaker in the Multiple Intelligence Recognition Day, also expressed that his well-rounded character has been key in achieving success in life. “Multiple Intelligence has equipped me to confidently engage with the world and readily accept challenges with family, passions, and career,” says Atienza.

Improving access to multiple intelligence

Progress Pre-school GOLD’s multiple intelligence advocacy has the opportunity to transform development approaches simply by highlighting the fact that various facets of intelligence combine to create a balanced and successful child that can potentially change the world.  

As a means to further promote multiple intelligence, Wyeth is partnering with the Reading Association of the Philippines (RAP), a non-government organization committed to improve all aspects of the national reading programs and teaching procedures through teacher-training and research. 

RAP calls educators to embrace a comprehensive curriculum to promote students' maximum participation for overall development. It educates school teachers using proven progressive methods to teach kids to learn to read and enhance comprehension — thus, facilitating a better learning environment to help students to progress into multi-achievers. 

Moving up and choosing multiple intelligence

Progress Pre-school GOLD encourages Filipino moms to move up to a more progressive approach to parenting as experts prove that young minds gain knowledge through play, direct experience and social interaction.

"As a parent, my challenge is to help my kids apply their knowledge to everyday life, not just by getting good grades but by being well-rounded individuals that are smart, creative and helpful," says Jenni Epperson, Multiple Intelligence advocate.

Activities have become open-ended and interdisciplinary and the more kids exposed to different fields and interests, the more they are able to perform better and beyond given measures.

"With multiple intelligence, you don't just go one step ahead, you go twice as far," says Mikaela Lagdameo-Martinez, Multiple Intelligence advocate.

Progressive moms have a partner in Progress Pre-School GOLD as they further support the development of their child’s multiple intelligence. Progress Pre-School GOLD is now with its best-ever GOLD Biofactors System with higher levels of DHA, Choline, and Lutein to support a child’s multiple intelligence.

Run the Race for Mother Earth! Join Pro Earth Run 2015

Calling runners who are looking for a worthwhile advocacy race!

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“The future of humanity is everyone’s responsibility. This is why we never get tired of telling people that Earth Day must be everyday, everywhere, for everyone,” said Earth Day Network Philippines Chairman, Dr. Metodio Palaypay.  

Palaypay underscored the critical role of media in bringing out the message of earth care to the public when he addressed the press and bloggers last 31 March 2015 at Merrell Concept Store, Market! Market! Bonifacio Global City in a media briefing for Pro Earth Run 2015. In the end, he entreated the members of the press, “Into your hands, I commit Mother Earth.”

Meanwhile, DENR Director for Strategic Communication and Initiatives Service Jesus Enrico Moises Salazar commended Earth Day Network Philippines for the environmental work it has been doing over the years. “While the result of your labor may not always be immediately felt, it will eventually yield something good for the country.”

Earth Day Network Philippines is at the forefront of the annual worldwide April 22nd Earth Day Celebration. It actively engages the participation of people from government, corporate, religious, and academic institutions to rally together behind environmental protection, preservation, and promotion. 

Now on its second year, Earth Day Network Philippines stages Pro Earth Run 2015 to encourage people to take active lead in protecting, respecting, and overseeing Earth care by running the race for Mother Earth.  

Happening on 25 April 2015, Saturday, 4:30AM, at the Mall Of Asia MOA Grounds in Pasay City, proceeds of the 3K/5K/10K advocacy run will fund the continuing projects and programs of Earth Day Network Philippines such as Watershed Restoration and Forest Conservation, Re-Charge Tacloban, Zero Basura Olympics, and Mini Carbon Olympics. 

Pro Earth Run 2015 tickets are available at SM Ticket counters nationwide until April 19 and at Merrell Concept Stores in SM North Edsa Annex, Trinoma, Festival Mall, and Market! Market! until April 15. Registration is until April 20 via www.earthdayphilippines.org. 

Presented by Earth Day Network Philippines, in cooperation with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), United Parcel Services (UPS), and SM Cares, the Pro Earth Run 2015 is supported by Xend, Official Courier Partner; The Medical City, Official Medical Partner; Greenlite Banner (The Reusable Banner), Official Printing Partner; Merrell, Official Shoe Sponsor; Maynilad, Official Hydration Partner; Canon; Timex, Official Timing Partner; Slimmers World, Official Fitness Partner; Gerry’s Grill and Uncle Cheffy, Food Sponsors; Kabayan Hotel, Air Asia, Rudy Project, and Integrated Waste Management Inc. 

Pro Earth Run 2015 is also supported by GMA7, GMA News TV, 97.9 Home Radio, 106.7 Energy FM, 99.5 Play FM, Business Mirror, Malaya Business Insight, and out-of-home-media specialist, United Neon. 

Details on Pro Earth Run 2015 are posted on www.facebook.com/ProEarthRunPH. 

Caltex Gives Robinsons Rewards Card Members More Fuel Discounts and Shopping Savings

Hey, motorists! Here's another good reason to gas up at Caltex!

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Robinsons Rewards Card (RRC) members will enjoy earning more points not only when they shop at their favorite Robinsons stores but also when they fuel up at Caltex. RRC members can now use their points to redeem P1 discount for every one liter fuel purchase at participating Caltex stations nationwide. Every five liter gas up earns a point which means that the more customers fuel up at Caltex and shop at Robinsons, the more points for fuel and shopping savings. 

Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI), marketer of Caltex fuels and lubricants, teamed up with Robinsons Retail Holdings, Inc. (RRHI), the second largest multi-format retailer in the Philippines, to create a unique offer that allows customers to quickly and continually add value to their purchases by getting a variety of fuel and shopping rewards through their RRC.

Because of this loyalty program partnership, motorists now have more reasons to choose Caltex. Customers can save more on fuel costs when they purchase Caltex with Techron plus the five benefits of maximized power, improved fuel economy, lower emission, smoother drive and reliable performance. 

In addition to fuel savings, RRC members will also enjoy big discounts in their shopping and grocery purchases as points earned at participating Caltex stations can be redeemed at any of 1,180 Robinsons stores nationwide which include Robinsons Department Store, Robinsons Supermarket, Robinsons Selections, Robinsons Easymart, Robinsons Appliances, Handyman, True Value, AM Builders’ Depot, Toys “R” Us, Daiso Japan, Topshop, Topman, Dorothy Perkins, Miss Selfridge, Burton Menswear, Warehouse, River Island, Shana, G2000, Shiseido, and Benefit. 

Customers can avail of this benefit by signing up for RRC membership at any Robinsons stores for P150 only.

CPI values the patronage of its customers by giving them access to top loyalty programs in the market.  Last year, CPI partnered with Jollibee Food Corporation’s happyplüs program which continues to grow in memberships.  happyplüs will run alongside the Robinsons Rewards Card loyalty program and customers can choose which of the rewards program they want to use. 

“Caltex has been in the Philippines for over 75 years. Throughout this time, the Caltex brand has remained relevant to Filipino motorists because we are able to support their changing lifestyles and needs. This partnership allows us to uniquely reward thousands of motorists and shoppers for their loyalty to Caltex and Robinsons. We are truly proud of this long-term relationship with Robinsons Retail Holdings Inc.” said Peter Morris, Chevron Philippines Inc., Country Chairman and General Manager for Philippine products. 

Robina Gokongwei-Pe, president and COO of RRHI. said “We at Robinsons Retail are always looking for new ways to delight our customers and give them a better customer experience.  That is why we are very happy to partner with Chevron Philippines Inc.’s, Caltex service stations to expand the acceptance of Robinsons Rewards beyond stores operated by Robinsons. This will be a welcome development to over 800,000 members of the Robinsons Rewards Card. With more than 700 Caltex service stations nationwide, we are very honored to have Chevron Philippines as our first external partner for Robinsons Rewards.”

For more details regarding the new loyalty program, visit http://www.caltex.com.ph and https://www.facebook.com/RobinsonsRewardsCard.

Aboitiz Opens Application for 2015 Student Programs

Calling students who may want to avail of this scholarship!

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The Aboitiz Group officially opened applications for its student-focused programs for 2015 in a luncheon with academe partners  last March 26, 2015.

Academe Partners

Under its ‘Future Talents Program,’ Aboitiz invites all qualified students in the tertiary level to participate in the Aboitiz Future Leaders Business Summit (AFLBS), its curriculum-based On-the-Job Training Program, and apply for its scholarship or cadetship program.

These programs over the years have helped hundreds of interns and scholars across the group to prepare students for life after college while honing their business and leadership skills.

The company announced the formal opening of the Aboitiz College Scholarship Program (ACSP) earlier this year, which provides financial assistance that is renewable every semester, provided the scholar maintains the 85% General Point Average or its equivalent.

The scholarship is open to full-time incoming first to fourth year college students pursuing a degree in Accountancy, Business / Management, IT, Psychology, Engineering, or Pre-Law. Deadline of application is April 6, 2015.

Aboitiz Careers

Last year, Aboitiz also opened its Legal Scholarship Program to students of the UP College of Law from second to fourth year for the regular program, or second to fifth year for the evening program.

The On-the-Job Training Program, on the other hand, equips students with the necessary skills and right work attitude through a curriculum-based training experience in preparation for their journey to the actual work environment.

Now on its 10th year, the Aboitiz Future Leaders Business Summit brings together close to a hundred promising college students from all over the country for two days to educate them on leadership and management concepts and how these are concretized in a corporate environment. Since its launch, the total of number of AFLBS alumni has reached 810 participants. The AFLBS will be this coming November in Cebu City. Aboitiz Group Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resource Officer Txabi Aboitiz said the company’s student programs have been developed to help the country’s future leaders establish careers that would contribute to nation-building.

Txabi Aboitiz

“It’s not only about preparing them for the corporate world. By forging the leaders of today, we are guaranteed with a better tomorrow,” he said, referring to the country’s ‘best and the brightest’ – working scholars, varsity athletes, honor students, and organization leaders who participate in the annual AFLBS. 

To complement these initiatives, the company has also ventured into curricular and co-curricular initiatives in collaboration with the academe; some of which have been to conduct speaking engagements with students such as the recently launched “Family Business Talk” with the Ateneo Family Business Development Council to give aspiring entrepreneurs a glimpse of the makings of a successful family-run business and ‘Career Talk’ for Engineers with the University of the Philippines (UP). A Power 101 Module was also cascaded in Mapua Institute of Technology and De La Salle University Manila educating future engineers about commercial power.    

Vet Med and An Sci Congress participants

Meanwhile, Aboitiz food subsidiary Pilmico will organize its first ever Junior Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science Congress in August. This event aims to equip the delegates with practical and applied knowledge on animal production, management and nutrition in the pillars of swine, poultry, and gamefowl.

All Aboitiz Future Talents Program are supported by Aboitiz subsidiaries from the power generation, distribution, banking, food, and land, and its corporate social responsibility arm Aboitiz Foundation.

Aboitiz Equity Ventures, Inc. (AEV) is the publicly listed holding and investment company of the Aboitiz Group with major investments in power, banking, food, and land. AEV is recognized as one of the best-managed companies in the Philippines and in the region, and is acknowledged for its good corporate governance.

Academe Partners

For more information on the program applications, students may visit careers.aboitiz.com and follow @aboitizcareers on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube. For mobile users, Aboitiz Careers is also available for download on google play and app store. #betterways #AboitizFutureTalents  

She’s Dating the Gangster Debuts on TV Exclusively on SKY PAY-PER-VIEW

For #KathNiel and #KimXi fans as well as those who follow Toni Gonzaga and Piolo Pascual ...

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Fans of the Philippines' reigning teen couple, Daniel Padilla and Kathryn Bernardo, will surely enjoy watching the hit, “She’s Dating the Gangster” straight from their TV screens at home and in full high definition. The movie follows the story of Athena and Kenji, an unlikely pairing between a nice and proper lady and a certified campus bad boy. Viewers can experience how their love blossoms from a pretend, make-believe relationship to something real, and even heartbreakingly great. Fans will be able to enjoy this flick, non-stop, until March 31, 2015 on SKY Pay-Per-View.  SKY Pay-Per-View is another benefit enjoyed only by digital subscribers. 

Subscribers who avail of this pay-per-view treat will also enjoy two bonus titles, Bride for Rent and Starting Over Again. Viewers will find Kim Chiu and Xian Lim’s “Bride for Rent” a light-hearted fare.  It is a romantic comedy about a rich man who hires a young woman to pretend to be his bride, and yet eventually truly, and fully falls head-over-heels for her. In “Starting Over Again”, starring Toni Gonzaga and Piolo Pascual, we witness how love starts, breaks, and grows into something new. With three beautiful tales that’s guaranteed to thrill, break and mend your heart, this pay-per-view package from SKY cannot be missed. 

Celebrate the joys of love this summer with these three hit movies from SKY. Immerse yourself in the ultra-kilig moments of She’s Dating The Gangster, Bride for Rent, and Starting Over Again for only P149 – uninterrupted and commercial-free via SKY PAY-PER-VIEW.  

Plus, there’s no need to wait to get your romantic comedy fix.  Simply go to http://www.mysky.com.ph/shes-dating-the-gangster and register online to activate this pay-per-view content on your TV instantly!

SKYcable subscribers can watch the love unfold on the following channels: Ch. 195 (HD) and Ch. 140 (SD) for those in Metro Manila, CAMANAVA, Rizal, Cavite, Laguna and San Jose del Monte, Bulacan; and Ch. 702 (HD) and Ch. 22 (SD) for those in Cebu, Baguio, Iloilo, Bacolod. Davao, General Santos, and Dumaguete. Destiny Cable digital subscribers can watch through Ch. 195 (HD) and Ch. 140 (SD). 

Only SKYcable provides quality home entertainment with the widest-range of standard and high definition digital channels, with over 190 channels and other top-of-the-line services such as flexible subscription options via SELECT; iRECORD that records, pauses, and rewinds live TV; as well as real-time coverage of live concerts and sporting events via FREE VIEW and PAY-PER-VIEW.

To subscribe and to know more about SKYcable, log on to www.mysky.com.ph, or call the 24-hour customer service hotlines at 02 381-0000 for Metro Manila, CAMANAVA, and Rizal;  046-484-4701 for Cavite; 049-534-1555 for Calamba and Binan, Laguna; 02-520-8560 for San Pedro, Laguna and Carmona, Cavite; 044-693-5877 for Bulacan; 032-421-1818 for Cebu; 082-305-5456 for Davao; 074-442-4841 for Baguio; 034-432-0051 for Bacolod; 033-300-1210 for Iloilo; 035-225-1010 for Dumaguete; and 083 301-3134 for Gen. Santos City.

Enjoy 93 channels in clear digital signal for only P550 per month with Destiny Cable. For inquiries about the services and promos of Destiny Cable call 418-0000. You may also contact Destiny Cable via their email address, weserve@destinycable.com.ph.

Jason Dy, The Voice of the Philippines Season 2 Grand Winner, Receives Brother Philippines’ PhP 1-M Business Package

It's good to know that Jason Dy and his family are given a chance to establish their own business that can help them live a better life … Kudos Brothers Philippines! 

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The Voice of the Philippines Season 2 Grand Winner Jason Dy receives one million pesos (Php1M) worth of business package from Brother International Philippines Corporation (Brother Philippines), a premier provider of printing, imaging, and multi-function centers for offices and homes. 

Glenn Hocson and Jason Dy

The Official Multi-function Printer of The Voice of the Philippines Season 2, Brother Philippines gives Dy and his family the opportunity to establish an innovative and lucrative business through its wide roster of products.

Believing in the Filipino talent and creativity, Brother is always at your side to uplift Filipinos’ abilities. Glenn Hocson, Brothers Philippines President, said that through the Brother business package, they want to make a lasting impact on the life of the grand winner while echoing that The Voice of the Philippines is a competition where the contestants’ voice is the only thing they need to start a better life, and yes, an exciting new business.

Celebrate 40 years of Good Times and Great Memories with Shakey's through a Colorful Fun Run!

Hey fellow runners! This sounds like fun! :)

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In celebration of 40 years of providing Good Times and Great Memories in the Philippines, Shakey's will have a Colorful Fun Run that will be held on March 21, 2015. 

Let's join the celebration! For a registration fee of only Php 600.00, you'll get to enjoy a thrilling run bursting with color from Shakey's first store in Raja Sulayman, Malate with the finish line at Shakey's newest store in ASEANA, Pasay City. Race starts at 5:00 AM.

Please visit any Shakey's store in Metro Manila to register!

Anne Curtis Visits UNICEF Supported Yolanda Recovery Efforts and Meets with Children and Families

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TACLOBAN CITY, 5 March 2015 – Newly appointed UNICEF Celebrity Advocate for Children Anne Curtis spent two moving days visiting parts of Leyte. She saw the recovery operations just over a year after Typhoon Yolanda and took time to engage and interact with children and their families.

“I am honored to join UNICEF on this very fulfilling and meaningful trip. I am deeply touched by how children and families have coped and are building back their lives. Clearly, significant progress have been achieved. Talking to children and their families, and being able to bring smiles to their faces is something I will remember for the rest of my life,” said Anne Curtis.

She adds, “As a donor and supporter of UNICEF, I am glad to see how our funds have reached and worked for children most in need.” In the past two days, Anne saw UNICEF supported emergency response while visiting a maternal health care ward in the regional hospital, an immunization site, a child friendly space at a temporary housing site, educational facilities such as day care centres and elementary schools, equipped with water, sanitation and hygiene facilities. In every site she visited, Anne took her time to talk with children and families.

“I played with children in a child-friendly space and a day care centre. I read books to them and helped them draw in an arts & crafts session. I washed hands with school children and participated in their song and dance number,” shared Anne, “It was heartwarming to listen to mothers, children, and young people. It is important that people know these stories, understand how communities are recovering and what we can do to help.”

As a UNICEF Celebrity Advocate for Children, Anne will focus on promoting Early Childhood Care & Development. She will also help in mobilizing support and resources for the most vulnerable children and families, those living in abject poverty, are affected by violence, abuse, exploitation, and particularly in emergency and conflict situations.

“Anne has been a steady supporter of UNICEF since 2009. UNICEF Philippines welcomes her as a Celebrity Advocate,” said UNICEF Philippines Representative Ms. Lotta Sylwander. “We trust that with her popularity and large following, Anne will play a significant role in drawing due attention to issues affecting the most vulnerable, marginalized and underserved children.”

In the Philippines, Anne joins UNICEF National Ambassador Gary Valenciano and UNICEF Special Advocate for Children Daphne Paez in upholding UNICEF’s mandate to protect and promote the rights of children worldwide.

2015 World Water Day Creative Selfie Contest for the Youth

Let's make our young people more conscious about protecting the environment! Encourage them to join this contest, which may even win them cash prizes! :)

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March 22 is World Water Day. Under the theme ‘Water and Sustainable Development’, the year 2015 provides an important opportunity to consolidate and build upon the previous World Water Days to highlight water's role in the sustainable development agenda.

Social media such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram continue to affect the youth by being an important source of information on various issues that surround them.

To create a more meaningful connection with the youth through social media, particularly as 2015 is ASEAN Environment Year with the theme - “Empowering the Youth for a Clean and Green ASEAN,” the Department of Environment and Natural Resources through the Environmental Management Bureau will be holding a Creative Selfie Contest on Water Conservation for the youth highlighting this year’s World Water Day theme, "Water and Sustainable Development."

The main objective of the contest is to encourage the participation of the youth by sharing their thoughts about the importance of conserving water and protecting our water resources.

The contest is open to young people of Metro Manila and nearby regions 3 and 4A aged 13-17 years old. Participation is free of charge. The theme is, “Water and Sustainable Development.”

For more information and details on the Creative Selfie Contest on Water Conservation, please contact the DENR EMB Environmental Education and Information Division at the following: 

Telefax numbers: (02) 9284674 and (02) 3765610 

E-mail: ecofriendlyschools@gmail.com 

Facebook: National Search for Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Schools Facebook Page