08/05/2026
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The third-year College of Communication Arts (CCA) students successfully concluded their seminar on Risk, Disaster, and Humanitarian Communication with the theme โResilience in Action: Empowering Teams for Risk Reduction, Response, and Recoveryโ held at the Lipa City Convention Center (LCCC) yesterday.
The seminar aimed to enhance studentsโ knowledge and practical skills in disaster preparedness, emergency response, and humanitarian communication through a series of expert-led discussions and hands-on demonstrations.
Mr. Shanne Dhen Elnas delivered the opening remarks, emphasizing the importance of preparedness, collaboration, and effective communication in responding to emergencies and disasters.
โSo this seminar is not just for us but also for you as well para mayroon tayong awareness once even though hindi [naman] natin pinagdadasal, once disaster or let's say unforeseen circumstances strike,โ he stated.
The Philippine Red Cross โ Batangas Chapter served as the first resource speakers, with Ms. Arlainne Marianne Vergara, EMT, and Ms. Marife Arnaiz, EMT. They provided an informative discussion on basic first aid, highlighting essential life-saving techniques and proper emergency response procedures.
Followed by a session from the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) represented by FO1 Wally Ballesteros, FO1 Jhamil Dimaculangan, and FO1 John Renz Macondo, they discussed fire safety awareness and demonstrated firefighting techniques. A practical demonstration was also conducted at the CCA grounds, where some students actively participated in the activity.
The final talk was led by Mr. Joseph Dondon M. Mitra from the City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (CDRRMO) who discussed disaster preparedness and response strategies, emphasizing the importance of awareness and proactive measures in minimizing risks during emergencies.
The seminar formally ended with closing remarks from the event director, Ms. Rhannielyn Sarmiento, who expressed appreciation to all speakers, organizers, and participants for their active involvement and cooperation throughout the event.
Overall, the seminar served as an eye-opening experience for the students, equipping them with practical knowledge and essential skills in handling real-life emergencies. It also reinforced the value of communication, teamwork, and preparedness in building resilient communities capable of responding effectively to disasters and humanitarian crises.
photo crdts | Gladys Sauz
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