Republic of the Philippines

Region XII
Province of Cotabato
OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR
Amas, Kidapawan City

PROJECT PROPOSAL/ACTIVITY DESIGN

(For Inclusion In the Annual Investment Program CY 2021)

I. PROJECT TITLE : YOUNG ADULT SYMPOSIUM

II. PROJECT DATE : JUNE 2021 – AUGUST 2021
III. PROJECT LOCATION : PROVINCE WIDE
IV. TARGET BENEFICIARIES : SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT LEADERS
A AND COLLEGE STUDENT LEADERS

I. RATIONALE

In the Philippines, like in most other modern countries, young adults in their late teens
and early 20s encounter a number of issues and challenges. Filipino young adults
begin to assume new adult roles and responsibilities: most of them may begin higher
education studies, enter the workforce, move away from home, or even start a family
after finishing high school. It has been observed that young adults are usually
preoccupied with self-growth in the context of society and their relationships with
others.

The young adult period is characterized by rapid physiological, sexual, cognitive, and
emotional changes. Studies have shown that a young adult's brain is not fully mature
until around 25 years of age. The developing brain may help explain why adolescents
sometimes make decisions that are risky and can lead to safety or health concerns,
including unique vulnerabilities to depression, substance abuse, addictive behaviors
(like social media addiction). They get involved in high-risk behaviors making
themselves vulnerable to criminal offences, accidents, physical injuries, emotional
trauma, pregnancy and medical problems — some of them extremely serious like
transmission of STDs and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).

The provincial government intends to step up its efforts to empower young people. This
campaign entails comprehensive data collection and dissemination, as well as the
development of relevant and appropriate initiatives and projects, for the simple fact that
our young people are the backbone of our society, there is a growing need for more
substantial local government initiatives to address disturbing numbers that represent
their predicament.

OBJECTIVES

1. To educate and involve young people in critical thinking on themes that affect
their development as young adults;
2. To give participants the tools they'll need to face the obstacles of "growing up"
and making the move to adulthood;
3. By inviting some of the participants to participate in the symposia as resource
persons or to share testimonials of their experiences, young adults will be able
to present their ideas and opinions.

“Masaganang Probinsya ng Cotabato, Dumaki!”

Office of the Provincial Governor, Capitol Building, Amas, Kidapawan City, 9400 Philippines
Telephone No. (064) 572-7001 / (064)572-7003
VII. EXPECTED OUTPUT

1. Increased awareness of issues of mental health, social media, and sexual

development.

2. It will provide guidance and inspiration for participants to take on the challenges
they are currently facing or will confront in the future.
3. Participants will take part by sharing personal experiences in order to motivate
and inspire the others.
4. Incentives for the finest stories and essays on the symposium's topics.

VIII. MECHANICS

1. In the province of Cotabato, the symposium will be held in 17 municipalities and one
city.

2. The event will bring together 250 people between the ages of 15 and 30 from each
municipality.

3. Topics that will be conducted are Mental health Issues, Dark Side of Cyberspace,
Health Education, and Teenage Pregnancy.

4. The audience for several of the presentations will be made up of participants who will
attend. They can, however, present themselves or participate in a panel discussion at
the event.

IX. BUDGETARY REQUIREMENTS

Particular UNIT Amount Total

4,500 pax
1. 1 Meal (2 snacks) P150. 00 P675,000.00
250 pax (18)
Municipalities

2. Tarpaulin 1 pax P1, 200.00 P1, 200.00

P1,500.00
2 pax
3. Resource Person (2pax) (18 P54,000.00
days)

4. T-Shirt 4,500 pax P200. 00 P 900,000.00

5. Symposium Kit

Total P1, 135, 200. 00

“Masaganang Probinsya ng Cotabato, Dumaki!”

Office of the Provincial Governor, Capitol Building, Amas, Kidapawan City, 9400 Philippines
Telephone No. (064) 572-7001 / (064)572-7003
X. PERSONS RESPONSIBLE

The project will bring together the Provincial Youth Development Officer, Municipal
Youth Development Officers, SK Federation Presidents, Population Division/GAD
FOCAL, IPHO, DSWD, and other interested parties to combat: The Dark Side of
Cyberspace: Internet, Phones, and social media, Mental Health Issues Affecting Young
Adults: Diagnosing, Addressing, and Managing Depression.

II. RECOMMENDATIONS

The Provincial Government shall set aside a budget of two million pesos (P2,000,000.00)
that will be charged to the PGO-Integrated Youth Development Fund.

PREPARED BY:

SHANE MATTHEW B. PIÑOL

Provincial Youth Development Officer

NOTED BY:

SARAH JOY SIMBLANTE

SK Provincial Federation President

“Masaganang Probinsya ng Cotabato, Dumaki!”

Office of the Provincial Governor, Capitol Building, Amas, Kidapawan City, 9400 Philippines
Telephone No. (064) 572-7001 / (064)572-7003
 “Masaganang Probinsya ng Cotabato, Dumaki!”
Office of the Provincial Governor, Capitol Building, Amas, Kidapawan City, 9400 Philippines
Telephone No. (064) 572-7001 / (064)572-7003