HELLO JUNE!
June ultimately comes from the the Latin Iunius, “of Juno (Iuno),” referring to the Roman goddess. The name Iuno itself appears to come from the Latin iuventas, “youth,” which is related to words like juvenile and rejuvenate. Though this June 2020 is a totally different one because of the COVID – 19 Pandemic and therefore, the GECQ, ECQ, MECQ that tried to take the upper hand on us; the LVF never surrenders hope, it, in fact, ignites JUNO/ iuventas,“youth”! proof of its pro- youth and eternal youth commitment is.
The Launch of the LVF@30 CPC ONLINE!
June 05, 2020. True to the Laura Vicuña Foundation’s (LVF) mission, we at LVF Child and Youth Advocates reach out to our peers as we launch the LVF-CHILD PROTECTION CLINIC ONLINE! The COVID-19 Pandemic won’t stop us in reaching out to children and the young.Dubbed as the ONLINE LEARNING HUB, the LVF activated its youtube channel and facebook account with the official hashtags #LVF@30 and #LVFCPConline!
The aim of this LVF-CPC Online Learning Hub is to mainstream children’s rights and responsibilities, protective behaviours, gender sensitivity, and issues concerning children especially in this time of national health crisis with the help of our committed child advocates, sisters and staff! In our present situation, technology, has become the avenue that connects us to our community, environment and the whole world. Upon its launching, we were able to release three (3) videos already highlighting the LVF-Child Protection Clinic Online; Child’s Rights and Child’s Responsibilities on June 09, 19, and 21 respectively and gained a total of 1,944views; 467 shares and 300 likes on both facebook and youtube channel! And we are propelled to make more! Our preferential love for the children and young people at risk impels us to undertake this missionary daring, it is surely tedious and challenging but we shall continue, knowing that ‘hope never disappoints.’
LVF IN SOLIDARITY WITH THE GLOBAL HEALTH CRISIS!
The Laura Vicuña Foundation will never stop reaching out to our brothers and sisters who are at the silver lining, especially in this time of global health crisis which brought so many drastic changes in our lives. Hence, the LVF-FMA Sister, staff and girls are on the move, cooking and preparing hot meals forour Child Protection Clinic (CPC) Communities in Brgy. Pinagkaisahan and Taguig.
CPC-BRGY. PINAGKAISAHAN
June 28, 2020. Inspired by the charism of St. John Bosco, our FMA Sisters, staff and girls of LVC-Cubao had gladly cooked and prepared a hundred packs of hotmeals with juices for our Child Protection Clinic (CPC) communities in Judge Jimenez and Brgy. Pinagkaisahan which includes our Brgy. Officers on-duty! In solidarity with the worldwide health crisis we are experiencing at present, we are doing our best to make them feel that no one is left behind. For together, WE HEAL AS ONE!
CPC-TAGUIG
June 30, 2020. In Commemoration of Don Bosco, June 30, the LVC-Cubao FMA Sisters, staff and girls merrily cooked and prepared another hundred hotmeals for our Child Protection Clinic (CPC) community in Taguig! Together, let God’s grace work in us all! Let us give hope to our brothers and sisters so that they may feel loved and remembered especially in this challenging time for together, WE HEAL AS ONE!
Integral formation/education of youth
The Sisters and Staff are unbeatable when it comes to the welfare, growth, development and education of the girls. It is like an invisible engine that propels creativity, innovation and ingenuity wheeled together all for the advancement of youth. Yes, we continued on in our UST-ANGELICUM Home Study Program (REAP) and Exams, this time allowing our girls to move up in their educational attainment. They had passed a higher level this June through the effective practice of peer- tutorial with the faithful supervision of the Sisters and some Social Workers.
Sisters Marivic Sta. Ana, FMA and Analyn Guerrero, FMA take turns in organizing film reviews, analysis,reflections and discussions. These are valid fora for our girls to benefit more from what they watch and not remain in the superficial level of just being entertained. ANNE with an E, Merlin, The Big Flower Fight, and Marvel Movies were but the several films they have seen. The life skill and SYM sessions continue, fortunately, the girls have more time for these kinds of formative meetings which enunciate interior growth as it also broaden their sense of community building and peer leadership. Aside from this, the girls are also given the chance to have occupational training which could serve as additional learnings that they can use when they leave the Center. Sr. Maria Bui ,FMA missionary to Papua New Guinea, has given them online sessions on hair grooming, hygiene and cutting. Sr. Clara Alacapa, FMA with Ms. Javierna Soberano, Judith Cuadro and Anjodelyn Sebastian have begun peer- teach cooking and cakes, cookies and bread baking.Ginalyn Castanares has spearheaded paper making and recycling while Marifel Villaver has done Ice Cream making tutorial. Apostolic daring and determination to empower the girls have made each one of us accomplish little yet significant things while in Quarantine. We are ever grateful that we remain healthy, strong and caring for each other.
POPE’S DAY CELEBRATION
June 29, 2020. As a Catholic NGO, the Laura Vicuna Foundation adheres and promotes love, reverence and support for the Roman Catholic Pontiff, Pope Francis. To highlight Pope’s importance in our faith-life, the LVC-FMA sisters and some older girls organized a QUIZ BEE@LVC on the Pope ( our present Pope and the Papacy (his office). The celebration started with the Praying of the Holy Rosary for the intentions of Pope Francis followed by the reflection and sharing on the Word of God in the Gospel reading of the day, answering the question of Jesus to Peter; “Who do you say that I am?”. One would really marvel at the reflections of the girls which they shared in small faith circles. Danah, 15 (not her real name) said: “I have answered this question before but now it has become more real in my life as the Covid-19 pandemic still thrives. Jesus is now my protector, he does not only give me safety but He has become MY safety.” Aheartfelt sharing of each one’s experiences of God’s graces in their lives followed. Afterwards, the girls bravely took on the challenge for the Quiz Bee, the Sisters had prepared on the Life of Pope Francis and the Papacy! Everybody was at first very much nervous! For the first time in their lives, they were all joining a Quiz Bee! Nevertheless, everyone learned, had fun and had a new amazing experience! Long Live the Pope!
THANK YOU SR. GLORIA!
There is truly a time for everything. And today, it is our time to bid our goodbye to Sr. Gloria Agagon, FMA. Who was with us at LVC for more than two years! The girls adored the jolly, the performer, the orator sister. We are blessed to have met and learned from her. However, to fulfil her obedience as a nun, Sr. Gloria will be transferred for her another assignment. The FMA Sisters, LVC girls and staff prepared a despedida for her! There were lots dancing and laughing and tears too. But we are very happy for Sr. Gloria’s presence at the centre. She has spread vibrancy and life and is a model of a person who dearly loves Mother Mary and she is able to radiate it to the girls. Her parting message is worth remembering d of course, she won’t be Sr. Gloria, Sr. Rocker if she didn’t do the ‘Elvis Presley medley’ for us. We love you Sr. Gloria, til’ we meet again!
LVC PALAWAN FARM PRODUCTS AVAILABLE ONLINE
With the ongoing pandemic crisis, our material resources and funds are at stake since there was an abrupt decrease of donation in our Foundation. In order to sustain our operation, we explored the possibility of ONLINE SELLING of our farm products – SEEDS, ORNAMENTAL PLANTS, HARVESTED VEGETABLES AND FRUITS
INSTALLATION OF A “TALIPAPA” – ENTREP FOR GRADE 10 LEARNERS
In order to sustain our daily operations, we also installed our “talipapa” small store to sell our products in front of our farm. It is also a good venue for our Grade 10 learners to teach them Entrepreneurial session and practice for them to learn the art of doing small scale business.
LVC PALAWAN PROGRAM BEST PRACTICES SHARING AT THE VICARIATE OF PUERTO PRINCESA
LVC Palawan shares its Success Stories and Best Practices at the General Assembly of the Heads and Teachers of the Parochial Schools of the Apostolic Vicariate of Puerto Princesa City. Sr. Janis Mia Aguirre, FMA shares the centershome study program which is in partnership with UST Angelicum College Inc. Our staff farmer Matet Palma shared our Farming Program and Ms. Christine Garobo, volunteer social worker discussed the social services of our center. We continue to provide the poor young people and children in need of special protection of Palawan their right to Education, Protection, Development and Participation.
STAFF ANNUAL MEET – EVALUATION, PLANNING AND REVISITATION OF OUR FIVE YEAR DEVELOPMENT PLAN
The staff composed of Sisters and lay mission partners spent a day to meet and plan for the new normal. We revisited our five year development plan and aligned our activities for the year.
ORIENTATION ON T2MIS – TESDA
One of our staff Mr. Francis Gabua went to TESDA office for the orientation of the T2MIS facilitated by Mr. Roland. T2MIS means TESDA TRAINING MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEM. It is the process of registering and enrolling learners/students as well as timelines on program enrollment and completion.
FENCING OF OUR CENTER
The fencing of the center is now being done through the generosity of donors. This is an important thing to secure our place and ensure safety and protection. Special thanks to Jugen Eine Welt and to Engineer Armand Lustre!
Laura Vicuña Foundation, Inc. 