Quezon City government promotes youth development

MANILA, Philippines — The PLDT-Smart Foundation (PSF) continued its advocacy for youth development and wellness by turning over an Obstacle-in-a-Box to the Second District of Quezon City during its Bahay at Buhay: Solo Parents Caravan.

“Apart from programs focused on education, disaster response and recovery, PSF also advocates for health and wellness. Our leaders themselves, PLDT chairman Manuel V. Pangilinan and president and CEO Al S. Panlilio, champion sports as part of nation building,” said PSF president Ma. Esther Santos.

The 12-in-1 Obstacle-in-a-Box aims to introduce obstacle sports and build safe spaces for fitness and recreation in Quezon City communities.

“This Obstacle-in-a-Box donated by PSF targets to improve youth development in our district through sports,” said Quezon City Second District Councilor Mikey Belmonte.

Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte and Councilor Belmonte led the rites with representatives from PLDT, Smart, Metro Pacific Health, Maynilad, Meralco, MVPSF and Pilipinas Obstacle Sports Federation.

PLDT and Smart have also set up booths in the Solo Parents Caravan to bring their mobile and network services closer to Quezon City residents.

“I encourage our solo parents to avail Quezon City’s programs that aim to support them and address their needs. We have education assistance for their children, social welfare programs, and other incentives for families needing aid,” said the city mayor.