19/05/2026
In today’s VUCA world -- marked by volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity -- MSME libraries and business information centers are evolving into dynamic community hubs that empower entrepreneurs through digital literacy, innovation, and inclusive learning.
By promoting AI literacy, combating misinformation, bridging the digital divide, and creating opportunities for women, persons with disabilities, and marginalized sectors, these institutions are paving the way toward resilient and digitally empowered entrepreneurial communities.
As technology rapidly transforms the business landscape, community-centered information services become more vital than ever in fostering adaptability, collaboration, strategic thinking, and lifelong learning. Together, we can build inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystems where no one is left behind.
The UP Institute for Small-Scale Industries (UP ISSI) is a unit of the University of the Philippines established by virtue of Republic Act 6041 to assist the promotion and development of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the country through training, research and extension.
