Empowering Dagupeñas: City Launches Month-Long Women’s Celebration
Hundreds of local women gathered at the CSI Stadia on March 4, 2026, to officially launch the city’s National Women’s Month Celebration. The event featured a comprehensive series of forums designed to equip Dagupeñas with essential life skills, ranging from mental wellness and disaster resilience to home-based livelihood opportunities and solid waste management. By addressing diverse topics like health, nutrition, and access to justice, the program aimed to provide participants with the practical tools necessary to navigate daily challenges and foster personal growth.
The Sangguniang Panlungsod reaffirms its commitment to legislation that champions women’s rights and gender equality. Local leaders emphasized that empowering women creates a ripple effect: when a woman thrives, her family rises, driving the overall progress of Dagupan.
Building Future Leaders: Girl-Child Week Kicks Off at CSI Stadia
Dagupan City formally opened Girl-Child Week 2026 at the CSI Stadia on March 2, 2026, under the theme "Dream. Inspire. Empower." Drawing inspiration from the leadership of the Babaylans, the celebration serves as a call to action for every young girl in the city to recognize her capacity to lead and drive meaningful change. Through diverse platforms, including a Girl Band Competition and various talent showcases, the event provides the youth with the necessary space to express their creativity and pursue their ambitions with confidence.
The Sangguniang Panlungsod remains in full support of these initiatives, emphasizing that the development of the youth is a collective responsibility of the entire Dagupan family. Beyond providing specific projects, the city’s leadership highlighted the importance of listening to young voices and offering the guidance needed to turn personal dreams into reality.
BBNHS Celebrates Family Day: Strengthening the Foundation of Dagupan
Families and educators gathered at Bonuan Boquig National High School (BBNHS) on February 27, 2026, for a meaningful Family Day celebration centered on the theme of partnership in youth development.
The event highlighted the critical role of the home and school working together to mold disciplined and responsible citizens. By emphasizing that success is built on more than just academic grades, the gathering encouraged parents to be active "cheerleaders" in their children's lives, providing the emotional support and guidance necessary for them to face the world with confidence.
The Sangguniang Panlungsod remains in full support of initiatives that strengthen the family unit, viewing it as the city’s most vital foundation. Vice Mayor Dean Bryan Kua noted that when Dagupeño families are resilient and supportive, the entire city becomes more stable and progressive.