In pursuit of
transformative change to
improve the quality of life
of the youth, the Office of
the Provincial Social Welfare and Development Officer (OPSWDO) and the
Pag-asa Youth Association of the Philippines, Inc.
(PYAP) – Cavite, worked
hand in hand in celebrating Linggo ng Kabataan
at the Provincial Gymnasium, on September 4,
2023.
Bringing together around 100 Caviteño
youth from the different
cities and municipalities in
the celebration, Mr. Aries
Panganiban, Cavite Provincial Federation PYAP
Focal Person, warmly
welcomed the youth and
hoped that they would enjoy the activity to solidify
their bond and camaraderie. He also extended his
appreciation to all involved
in making the celebration
possible.
Additionally, Hon.
Romel Enriquez, 1st District Board Member and
Committee Chairperson
on Social Services, Family, Women, Children and
Elderly, emphasized his
unwavering dedication
and commitment to help
the youth, imparting “dalawang daang porsyento na
suporta para sa ating mga
kabataan.”
Each PYAP Cavite Chapter presented their best
practices, showcasing
their active participation in
different endeavors.
The highlight of
the event was the first-ever Mr. & Ms. PYAP 2023, a
pageant that was carefully planned and organized
to showcase the exceptional beauty, skills and
intelligence of the young
candidates. Six PYAP ambassadors and five PYAP
ambassadresses vied for
the title.
Mr. Angelo Salubong, MOVE member
and Solo Parent and
LGBTQIA+ Focal Person, Ms. Reena Panganiban, Crisis Intervention
Unit Staff, and Ms. Jessie
Rose Cruto, PCPC Focal
Person, composed the esteemed board of judges.
After vigorous
rounds of performances,
Mr. Anton Gabriel Villaluz,
from Maragondon and
Ms. Russel Faye Raynera from the City of Dasmariñas were announced
as the 2nd runner-up;
Mr. Daniel Amazona from
the City of Dasmariñas
and Anne Claire Abainza
from Ternate secured the
1st-runner up spot; and
the candidates from the
municipality of General Mariano Alvarez, Mr.
Traven Jaim Villegas and
Ms. Alliah Guillermo, were
crowned as Mr. & Ms.
PYAP 2023.
Aside from the
major titles, awards were
also presented to candidates who outstood in
every round: Mr. Traven
Jaim Villegas (GMA) and
Ms. Zeth Cayas (Ternate)
were chosen as Best in
Creative Shirt; Mr. Traven
Jaim Villegas (GMA) and
Ms. Anne Claire Abainza
(Imus) were awarded as
Best in Creative Jeans;
Mr. Daniel Amazona (Dasma) received the Best Formal Attire award; and Ms.
Zeth Cayas received the
Best Casual Attire.
Aside from the
pageant, talented youth
showcased their exceptional performances and
abilities in the intermission
numbers.
The Provincial
Federation PYAP Cavite
Officers led by its president, Mr. Jaymart Lordan,
strived to empower the
young individuals in the
province and recognize
their potential. They also
expressed their utmost
gratitude to the provincial
government for their continuous support
