Our Partners
To expand our sectoral representation, The GUIDON has invited multiple youth stakeholders to contribute to the Q&A section of the event. Both Ateneo universities’ student publications and other tertiary student publications are invited. In specifics, the Ateneo Universities’ Tertiary Publications include the following: ThePILLARS Publication (Ateneo de Naga University), The Crusader Publication (Xavier University - Ateneo de Cagayan), and Atenews (Ateneo de Davao University). On the other hand, external youth groups are considered given their previous engagements, geographic location and audience reach, and specific or targeted advocacy. The GUIDON strives to be inclusive of different localities, while guaranteeing that there will be no repetition of location and advocacy.
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Commission on Elections
The COMELEC is the principal government agency tasked by the Constitution to enforce and administer all laws and regulations concerning the conduct of regular and special elections. It is a body that is designed to be constitutionally independent from the executive, legislative and judicial branches of government to ensure the conduct of free, fair and honest elections.
Official Media Partner
ABS-CBN News Channel
ABS-CBN News Channel (ANC) is a media company with a goal to inform and educate its audiences through a variety of platforms, particularly in the service of Filipinos and with relevance to Philippine events, circumstances, and society.
Accredited by
Commission on Elections
The COMELEC is the principal government agency tasked by the Constitution to enforce and administer all laws and regulations concerning the conduct of regular and special elections. It is a body that is designed to be constitutionally independent from the executive, legislative and judicial branches of government to ensure the conduct of free, fair and honest elections.
Official Media Partner
ABS-CBN News Channel
ABS-CBN News Channel (ANC) is a media company with a goal to inform and educate its audiences through a variety of platforms, particularly in the service of Filipinos and with relevance to Philippine events, circumstances, and society.
In Association With
Involvement of Youth Organizations and Tertiary-level Student Publications
To expand our sectoral representation, The GUIDON has invited multiple youth stakeholders to contribute to the Q&A section of the event. Both Ateneo universities’ student publications and other tertiary student publications are invited. In specifics, the Ateneo Universities’ Tertiary Publications include the following: ThePILLARS Publication (Ateneo de Naga University), The Crusader Publication (Xavier University - Ateneo de Cagayan), and Atenews (Ateneo de Davao University).
On the other hand, external youth groups are considered given their previous engagements, geographic location and audience reach, and specific or targeted advocacy. The GUIDON strives to be inclusive of different localities, while guaranteeing that there will be no repetition of location and advocacy
Ateneo Universities Student Publications
In Association With
Ateneo Universities Student Publications
The GUIDON, Ateneo de Manila University’s official publication, remains steadfast in its commitment of holding the Truth to power amid an era of misinformation. Founded in 1929 by Rev. Frank O’Hara, SJ and first led by Manuel C. Colayco in 1930 as Editor-in-Chief, it has since been a training ground for countless writers, designers and managers in the practice of responsible journalism.
In the organization’s 92nd year, The GUIDON strives to bolster community journalism through service-oriented storytelling that amplifies the narratives of underrepresented individuals and empowers the agency of our committed writers, artists, and managers. The publication hopes to venture into journalism that is fearless, balanced, and human-centric by constantly championing the Truth.
ThePILLARS Publication, the official college publication of Ateneo de Naga University, has been one of the front-line institutions in Bicol serving the people as watchdogs against the injustices and systems violating the aspirations of a democratic society. Established by Raul Rodriguez in 1961, ThePILLARS continues to advance human rights and defend press freedom to this day.
As we remain in the forefront of the battle for truth and justice, the publication and its committed campus journalists stand to be pro-students and pro-masses in upholding the interests of the Filipino people.
The Crusader is the official student publication of Xavier University - Ateneo de Cagayan. Since 1935, The Crusader continues to be the benchmark of student multimedia by being truthful, innovative, and critical minded in informing its Publishers of issues relevant to their needs and interests.
The Crusader has since then had over 75 batches of staff members, 75 editors-in-chief, 47 recorded volumes, and countless articles and stories that speak of social truths, inspire critical thinking, and promote the welfare of the student body. Being one of the oldest organizations in Xavier University, even as old as XU itself, The Crusader’s history is lined with many changes, yet its drive to pursue the truth remains unchanged.
Atenews is the official student publication of Ateneo de Davao University that aims to advance students' level of consciousness on significant university and socially relevant issues and on matters of general concern by publishing online articles, tabloids, magazines, and other forms of releases.
Since its establishment in 1955, Atenews continues its pursuit for truth, reason, and justice and bravely champions its call to end the silence of the gagged.
External Youth Groups
Special thanks to our participating external youth groups. These external youth groups are considered given their previous engagements, geographic location and audience reach, and specific or targeted advocacy.
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Sulong!
Sulong! Philippines is a non-profit and non-governmental youth organization that refers victim-survivors of sexual violence and harassment to free legal advice, psychological aid, and other services, and advocates for the eradication of gender-based violence and the emancipation of women and LGBTQ+ people in the Philippines and the world.
UP Samahan Tungo
UP Samahan Tungo sa Progresibong Administrasyon (UP STPA) is a university-recognized socio-academic organization based in the UP National College of Public Administration and Governance that upholds the principles and practices of Public Administration. Since its foundation in 1988, UP STPA has forwarded critical awareness, academic excellence, and public service by conducting activities related to important political and social issues inside and outside the university.
Institute for Nationalist Studies
Institute for Nationalist Studies is a non-stock, non-profit, independent youth institution committed to the advancement of ideas, researches, discussions, and information campaigns on social issues to ferment and advance a nationalist consciousness for the interest and defense of the people's rights and welfare, through promoting alternative education with a nationalist, mass-oriented and scientific curriculum.
The Xavier University
Central Student Government Office
The Xavier University - Central Student Government Office of the Vice President (XU - CSG OVP) is established to provide any form of services to the day-to-day duties and responsibilities of the XU - CSG Vice President. The XU - CSG OVP this year is at the forefront of creating a more cause-oriented and socially engaged Xavier Ateneo through its FOURward Agenda which aims to engage in agricultural efforts, open spaces for sexual health discussions, voter's education and engagement, and the institutionalization of the STRAW Movement.
KalikaSan Pablo
KalikaSan Pablo is a youth organization that advocates for environmental consciousness and sustainability in the City of San Pablo, Laguna. We champion youth-led environmental consciousness, communities, initiatives, and governance for the planet and the people.
The External Affairs Council (EAC)
The External Affairs Council (EAC) is the official arm of the ASMPH Student Council that proactively integrates the student body to the greater community.
Kurit Bulawan
Kurit Bulawan is the official student publication of Ateneo de Naga University Senior High School, serving as a bridge to inform students and communities both inside and outside the university by triggering public opinion that shapes social transformation. Established in 2018, a home for writers who act in accordance with their calling, “Standing on the pillars of truth,” marks our advocacy of preservation of rights, accountability of those who dismantled parts of the society, and balanced news reporting through print and broadcast.
JJC Naga
JJC Naga is a community-based organization that proffers youth empowerment, responds to socio-civic affairs for positive change and takes actions in order to contribute to the overall welfare of the society.
WE THE YOUTH VOTE!
WE THE YOUTH VOTE is a non-partisan community of concerned young Filipinos from different fields. We recognize the untapped power of the Filipino youth for change. We envision a Filipino youth empowered to collectively take action in shaping the country’s future through one of the essential ways to do so – by exercising their right to vote. We are a community for action and change for the youth, by the youth, with the youth.
A young advocacy project that promotes autism awareness, associated with mental health, in communities, in elementary, secondary, and tertiary schools, in therapeutic intervention clinics, and in workplaces across the country.
Sinag Quezon Inc. is a duly registered non-profit and non-partisan organization that connects and empowers an efficient and inclusive youth sector in Quezon Province. It aims to deliver constant service for the province to the best of its members’ abilities through advocating for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) provided by the United Nations (UN) — the blueprints that will serve as a guide to achieve a proper and self-sustained future for everyone.
Zenith PH is a youth-led, non-profit organization that seeks to mitigate the issues of our marginalized communities by educating the youth and providing them with opportunities to take initiative.
Kurit Bulawan
Kurit Bulawan is the official student publication of Ateneo de Naga University Senior High School, serving as a bridge to inform students and communities both inside and outside the university by triggering public opinion that shapes social transformation. Established in 2018, a home for writers who act in accordance with their calling, “Standing on the pillars of truth,” marks our advocacy of preservation of rights, accountability of those who dismantled parts of the society, and balanced news reporting through print and broadcast.