Paraluman is the Filipino term for a compass. Being a symbol for guidance, this five-day module aims to function as a compass to overseas youth being confused with their identities and are looking for a unique experience to shape them as socially responsible citizens. Paraluman points you to the right direction to rediscover yourself as a Filipino, and at the same time, exposes you to the simple way of living and lets you appreciate nature. This module also aspires to empower the youth, the younger members of the community, who have important roles to play in the country's progress.
The Paraluman Module focuses on environmental awareness and immersion with an indigenous community in Zambales, with activities that involve learning about the Philippine history, language, identity, youth leadership and empowerment.
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| Day 1 (Opening Ceremonies) | |
| 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM | Registration |
| 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM | Opening Ceremony |
| 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Basic Conversational Filipino Workshop |
| 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM | Lecture on Third Culture Kids |
| 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM | Talk on Youth Leadership and Empowerment |
| Day 2 (Communing with Nature) | |
| 08:30 AM - 12:00 PM | Experiental Farm Tour at Gawad Kalinga Enchanted Farm |
| 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM | Travel from Bulacan to Zambales |
| Day 3 (Immersion with Indigenous Community) | |
| 07:00 AM - 09:00 AM | Travel to Yangil Village |
| 09:00 AM - 11:30 AM | Introduction to Aeta Culture, Village Tour |
| 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM | Tree-Planting and Gift Giving Activity |
| 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM | Dinner with Chieftain Iking |
| Day 4 (Culmination and Free Time) | |
| 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Culmination Activity and Free Time |
| 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM | Travel back to Manila |
| Day 5 (History and Culture) | |
| 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM | Bambike Tour of Intramuros |
| 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM | Closing Ceremonies |
The program is structured to enable the participants to learn through classroom and on-site lectures, tours, workshops, and dialogues. It features lectures and workshops on the Philippine history, geography, and culture; guided tours to historical landmarks; interaction with Filipino students, members of indigenous communities, and government officials and community leaders; as well as participation in traditional rites and festivals.
The program is open to all Filipinos or of Filipino descent abroad who are 15 to 30 years old youth with Filipino ancestry or anyone who would like to learn more about the Philippines.
We implement the modules for a group minimum of 10 and maximum of 20 people. Interested participants will be required to submit the duly accomplished information sheet, parental consent, and medical authorization and waiver that can be downloaded in the Register menu tab. However, if you are an individual interested to participate in future or ongoing modules, you may email us at [email protected].
Program modules may be developed by interested groups in consideration of their interests and availability. The CFO can also customize a program and module according to a particular group’s reference/ interest and budget considerations. The cost will depend on the venue of the tour and may subject to change depending on the length of tour (number of days) and number of participants.
Payment can be sent through bank remittance to the following account: Account Name: Commission on Filipinos Overseas Account Number: 0405-027536-080 Swift Code: DBPHPHMM Bank Branch: Development Bank of the Philippines-Main
The default drop off and pick up point on day 1 and day 5 is at the CFO. Should the itinerary be revised, all participants will be advised.
Yes, all local transportation fees will be covered by the program fee. International airfare, however, is not included.
Contact details of a CFO/YouLeaD Secretariat staff assigned to the group will be provided before the start of the program.
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