Diversity. Equality. Unity

Throughout life, women have been experiencing a kind of situation where they do not receive equal rights  as men.  It is a spread of nationalism and it brings awareness to several people.  A majority group of women from different countries, races, cultures, and languages speak of situations where they have been abused, threatened, victimized, mistreated, and judged based on their gender and capabilities. In spite that it is an issue, women perform their behavior in a different kind maner from fear and the decisions they make will change their life drastically.

The collage that I made is with reference with the theme about Women’s Health.

In many aspects, women's health contrasts from that of men. The World Health Organization defines health as a state of total physical, mental, and social well-being, not only the absence of disease or infirmity, and women's health is an example of population health. Globally, women have fewer opportunities for economic participation than men, less access to basic and higher education, greater health and safety risks, and less political representation. 

In addition, The pandemic has deepened pre-existing gender inequalities and has disproportionately affected women and girls. Women are losing livelihoods because they are overrepresented in sectors and jobs hardest hit by COVID-19. 

A recent report by UN Women shows that women’s mental health has suffered a larger setback: 57% of women noting increases in stress and anxiety, compared to 48% of men. Increased unpaid care and domestic workloads, anxiety over income loss, and the impacts of movement restrictions on gender-based violence, are all contributing factors.Women have been at the frontlines of the COVID-19 reaction. They have played a critical role in attempts to reduce infection rates and position their countries for economic recovery.

Women's rights must be protected and chances given to them to fulfill their full potential in order to attain gender equality and a variety of other international development goals. Women and girls who are empowered contribute to the health and productivity of their families, communities, and countries, benefiting everyone.

Clearly,  the aim of my collage is to show Women’s unity, empowerment. Women's empowerment is defined as promoting women's self-esteem, freedom to take decisions, and right to affect societal change for themselves and others. It is the best move for women to fight for equal rights.

In conclusion, women empowerment refers to the creation of an environment for personal benefits as well as for society. women also should be given equal rights like men to actually empower them. They need to be strong, aware, and alert every time for their growth and development. We need gender equality urgently. Gender equality prevents violence against women and girls. It’s essential for economic prosperity. Societies that value women and men as equal are safer and healthier. Gender equality is a human right. Everyone benefits from gender equality.

Sources:

https://www.flickr.com/photos/unwomenasiapacific/49825659668

https://www.ilo.org/manila/public/pr/WCMS_755609/lang--en/index.htm

https://www.eria.org/news-and-views/aseans-frontline-heroes-women-and-the-cost-of-informal-ageing-care-during-and-after-a-pandemic/

https://www.forbes.com/sites/andiekramer/2020/08/13/what-managers-can-do-to-help-working-mothers-right-now/

https://www.culturalsurvival.org/publications/cultural-survival-quarterly/womans-role-social-change

https://www.worldvision.com.au/womens-empowerment/

https://www.igi-global.com/chapter/importance-of-women-employment-in-economy/217184

Mirroring the knowledge I gained this 3rd Quarter

 The learning and discoveries I gained this 3rd quarter is about demonstrating and understanding of concepts and basic knowledge in Community Based- Project. All community research is different in some way, the size and scope of these projects are determined firstly by the community they cater to.

According to the definition of a community, it could be the entire human race or parts of it anywhere on the planet. However, because of phenomena like distance decay or demographic factors such as age group, gender, and income that determine the social identity of groups, the extent of community-based projects is usually much more limited. 

I also learned how to distinguish the components,construct a project, identify the sitemap fundamentals, and create a sitemap. I've learned a lot this quarter, and I'm happy for the opportunity to broaden my horizons and stretch my intellect. Because not everyone has the opportunity to study and improve their abilities and understandings, I will make sure that the knowledge I've received here is put to good use.

The challenges I encountered this quarter are, not fully understanding some of the topics because I’m still learning how to make a good research and I was not sure if the sitemap that I made is correct. But still, I think I did well and hoping that I can still learn a lot of things about it. It was fun and interesting studying it.

 

I address these challenges by browsing the internet to get more informations about our certain topics, to understand it clearly. Also, I tried my best to dig some of my old notes about research to serve as a guide.

 

Moving on, I'll keep learning and see if I can apply what I've learned so far in this third-quarter in the near future. I’ll also continue to enhance my skills in making a research because it will be useful. Lastly, I will always try my best in everything to prevent regrets and to get high scores.

Sources:

https://www.facultyfocus.com/articles/teaching-and-learning/teaching-through-community-based-projects/

https://www.austintexas.gov/sites/default/files/files/Parks/Partnerships/Community_Project_Guide.pdf

https://developers.google.com/search/docs/advanced/sitemaps/overview

https://www.ndhsguam.com/events/3rd-quarter-ends-2

Perception about Covid Vaccines for Teens and Children

 

Widespread vaccination for COVID-19 is a critical tool to best protect everyone from COVID-19 and COVID-19 related complications. Children, like adults and teens who have COVID-19, can spread the virus when they are asymptomatic. Furthermore, while children may experience lesser symptoms when infected with COVID-19, many children still get serious lung infections that necessitate hospitalization. Other consequences, such as multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children, may necessitate specialized treatment or leave patients with long-term difficulties. While children are less likely to have a severe illness at first, they are more susceptible to long-term COVID symptoms once they have recovered. I believe that it is our only and best defense right now to prevent us from getting the virus. I’m gonna indicate the reasons why, the vaccines are beneficial and important for the teens and childrens to get. Vaccinating children can help protect family members, including siblings who are not eligible for vaccination and family members who may be at increased risk of getting very sick if they are infected.

Vaccination can also help keep children from getting seriously sick even if they do get COVID-19.

Widespread vaccination for COVID-19 is a critical tool to best protect everyone from COVID-19 and COVID-19 related complications. Children, like adults and teens who have COVID-19, can spread the virus when they are asymptomatic. Furthermore, while children may experience lesser symptoms when infected with COVID-19, many children still get serious lung infections that necessitate hospitalization. Other consequences, such as multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children, may necessitate specialized treatment or leave patients with long-term difficulties. While children are less likely to have a severe illness at first, they are more susceptible to long-term COVID symptoms once they have recovered. I believe that it is our only and best defense right now to prevent us from getting the virus. I’m gonna indicate the reasons why, the vaccines are beneficial and important for the teens and childrens to get. Vaccinating children can help protect family members, including siblings who are not eligible for vaccination and family members who may be at increased risk of getting very sick if they are infected.

Vaccination can also help keep children from getting seriously sick even if they do get COVID-19.

Vaccinating children ages 5 years and older can help keep them in school and help them safely participate in sports, playdates, and other group activities. Vaccines against infectious diseases have been advised for children for decades and are now a requirement in many school systems. Parents who are vocal about immunizing their children should encourage others in their community to do the same. Speaking with your children about the advantages of immunizations may also encourage them to send a good message to their peers. The vaccine is safe and efficacious in the 22 million children aged 5 to 17 who have been fully immunized for COVID-19, according to the most recent studies. The vaccination has a low risk of serious side effects, although common side effects such as a sore arm, moderate headache, and weariness, which can also occur in adults, should be expected. Furthermore, current tests demonstrate that the COVID-19 vaccination has no long-term side effects, but this is how science and medicine progresses.

Vaccinating children ages 5 years and older can help keep them in school and help them safely participate in sports, playdates, and other group activities. Vaccines against infectious diseases have been advised for children for decades and are now a requirement in many school systems. Parents who are vocal about immunizing their children should encourage others in their community to do the same. Speaking with your children about the advantages of immunizations may also encourage them to send a good message to their peers. The vaccine is safe and efficacious in the 22 million children aged 5 to 17 who have been fully immunized for COVID-19, according to the most recent studies. The vaccination has a low risk of serious side effects, although common side effects such as a sore arm, moderate headache, and weariness, which can also occur in adults, should be expected. Furthermore, current tests demonstrate that the COVID-19 vaccination has no long-term side effects, but this is how science and medicine progresses.

Sources:

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/recommendations/children-teens.html

https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/covid-19-vaccines/advice

https://www.healthline.com/health/childrens-health/kids-covid-vaccine-side-effects

https://www.healthline.com/health-news/pfizer-biontech-seek-emergency-fda-authorization-for-covid-19-vaccine-for-12-to-15-year-olds

Valor and Memories

 

Valor day, also known as Araw ng Kagitingan or Bataan Day, commemorates the fall of Bataan, an important event in Filipino history. On the 9th of April 1942, during World War 2, Major General Edward P. King Jr. was forced to surrender his troops to the Japanese army. And it is one of the most-devastating military defeats in American history. The force on Bataan, numbering some 76,000 Filipino and American troops, is the largest army under American command ever to surrender.

Unprepared for the number of prisoners, the Japanese decided to walk the prisoners 150km to a prison camp in San Fernando. Over 20,000 prisoners died on this march either through starvation, exhaustion or at the hands of the Japanese. The trek became infamous as the 'Bataan Death March'.

For the whispered words, “Bataan has fallen,” which was beamed by a freedom radio station that fateful day, merely signaled the start of a liberation struggle that was to rank the Filipinos among the world's most intense and courageous freedom fighters. “Araw ng Kagitingan is relevant in our society, this week-long commemoration is an opportunity to remember not only Filipino war veterans who died or served their country, but also those who served honorably in the military in times of war or peace.

Sources:

https://www.google.com.ph/amp/s/www.thetummytraveler.ph/2016/04/28/bataan-araw-ng-kagitingan-2016/amp/

https://www.bria.com.ph/articles/araw-ng-kagitingan-a-celebration-of-victory-and-heroism-of-filipino-freedom-fighters/

https://www.timeanddate.com/holidays/philippines/araw-ng-kagitingan

Behind the “Lenten Season”

 Lent is the 40-day period preceding Easter in the Christian calendar. Lent, which begins on Ash Wednesday, is a season of reflection and preparation before the Easter celebrations. By observing the 40 days of Lent, Christians replicate Jesus Christ's sacrifice and withdrawal into the desert for 40 days.

 It is an important religious observance in the Christian world because it marks and commemorates the passion, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, God's son, our Savior, and Redeemer. It's a good time and an opportunity to think about what it means to be a Christian. Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are obligatory days of fasting and abstinence for Catholics. In addition, Fridays during Lent are obligatory days of abstinence. Also Lent, known as the "Great Fast," is a period of time during which Christians are supposed to give up some comfort or embrace some spiritual practice that focuses on self, repentance from sin, and, overall, soul renewal, all in anticipation of greater devotion to serving others and God. Catholics are not supposed to eat meat on Ash Wednesday. They also are expected to give up meat on Fridays during Lent. Catholics also are expected to fast on Ash Wednesday. Fasting means consuming only one full meal a day; two smaller meals that don't together add up to a full meal also are allowed. Almsgiving is, at its core, a spiritual and religious practice that helps strengthen our fondness for others, enhances our detachment, and encourages greater social justice. This three-fold meaning of almsgiving allows us to understand why it is so important during the Lenten season.

The Lenten Season is a time when people remember Jesus Christ's sufferings and death. During the Lenten season, people usually do three traditional things: pray, fast, and give alms. We have the capability and ability to be holy as sinners if we allow Christ into our lives.

We become responsible, law-abiding citizens and peacemakers if we obey his teachings. We become selfless, pondering of others who will benefit from our great actions, compassion, generosity, and gratitude. We become more conscientious of and concerned about others, particularly the underprivileged, underserved, marginalized, disabled, elderly, helpless, and hopeless among us.

Sources:

https://www.britannica.com/topic/Lent

https://gravityleadership.com/how-to-fast-for-lent/

Exposition of the Kannawidan Ylocos Festival being implented every year

 

Ilocos Sur is a beautiful province located in the northern part of Luzon. It is a province rich in culture that represents the ancient Spanish and Filipino heritage. To show and share their treasures to the whole world, the locals conceived a festival that highlights these cultural traditions and they called it the “Kannadiwan Festival”.

Kannawidan is a festival in the Province of Ilocos Sur commemorating the separation of the two Ilocos provinces in 1818. This festival is a showcase of indigenous performances, religious rituals, as well cooking demos featuring the best of Ilocano dishes.

Kannawidan is a part of our traditions to acknowledge talented ilocanos with their handmade artworks to vend. It is our region’s pride and joy. This festival is implemented here in a yearly basis, this ilocano culture is what we are looking forward every year. Also, kannawidan has beneficial impacts in terms of economic, social, and cultural aspect.

Sources: 

https://philippines.travel/events/kannawidan-ylocos-festival

https://medium.com/@joseph1.peruna/kannawidan-a-feast-of-rich-heritage-and-culture-a625ce7688df

Festive thoughts in Heritage City of Vigan

 

Filipinos welcome the season uniquely with different flavors and traditions that make Christmas extra special. The Filipino's strong sense of family and preserving ties make Christmas the perfect time to share love and blessings with each other. Christmas is celebrated during the "ber" months, as it's called in the Philippines — that is, September, October, November and December. Christmas is the longest celebrated season in the Philippines, and our country celebrates it the longest globally. Can you imagine a whole nation willingly sharing warmth and love ... this long?

Christmas in the Philippines is all about families. Christmas is one of the most loved celebration by Filipinos. Families, relatives gather on the 24th of December, to celebrate food prepared for “Noche Buena,” a Spanish term which means “midnight meal” to greet Christmas Day. Filipinos are indeed the world's most Christmas-oriented people. We start recognizing the Christmas season as early as September with radio stations playing Christmas songs. Our town celebrates Christmas filled with joyous and welcoming events for Bigueños. In every city or town in the Philippines, each has its own way to celebrate the season. In the World Heritage City of Vigan, us Bigueños gather as crowd to participate in the unveiling of the Christmas tree, it’s a yearly tradition. But now, because of the pandemic, some activities were cancelled. As Bigueños starting to feel the festive vibes, we like walking around our different sceneries in our city and be mesmerized by the Christmas Decors lighting the streets with our hairs flowing in the wind. However, even those things, we still needed to follow the health protocols of course, it’s a must. Regardless of all the odds caused by the pandemic, the Heritage City continuous as the annual Artes Ita Paskua of the City Government of Vigan that got its way last  December 07-17, 2020, with the new normal set-up, in which most of the events were done through online and the others were with limited participants to comply into the Minimum Health Standards set by the City Covid-19 Task Force.

http://vigancity.gov.ph/its-christmas-season-in-vigan-city/

https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-christmas-tree-in-front-of-the-city-hall-in-the-historical-city-of-113523609.html

Reflecting this Semester

 

a. This second quarter, I learned a lot about HTML. I gained some knowledge about it, like learning the basic tags, applying hyperlinks, photos, and a lot more. Software developer is not my career choice but still grateful because I still got to learn the basics and can be useful in the future. The reason why you need to learn about HTML it’s because it is a form of computer language  that’s used to make web pages on the internet viewable which is generally important for everyone to learn. Also, HTML elements from the building blocks of all websites. HTML allows images and objects to be embedded and can be used to create interactive forms. It provides a means to create structured documents by denoting structural semantics for text such as headings,paragraph, lists, links, quotes and other items.

b. I encountered some challenges, it was complicated for me to understand how to apply the HTML tags, also, it was really a struggle when applying pictures, other than that, I think I did fine because I managed to finish the other tasks successfully.

c. Since some of the actvities were not that clear to me, I asked some guidance from my classmates about it and I’m grateful because they helped me out, I also searched online videos to gain more knowledge in HTML.

d. Moving on, I will continue to do my best in learning my lessons, and if I don’t understand it fully, I will just ask my teacher for guidance or search it online to know more about the topic.

A festival amid the Pandemic

The Vigan City Fiesta is held in honour of St. Paul the Apostle, the city's patron saint, on 25 January each year. Locals and tourists gather to experience and see the street dancing, carnivals, food fairs, and arts and crafts, adding to the attraction of this UNESCO World Heritage City. For many of us, this time of year is a time for finding joy in the planning and celebrating of various festivals in our city. But because of the Covid-19 outbreak that started two years ago, plans for celebrations were cancelled, which I think that it was a good decision, because it is better to make sure we are safe from the virus than risking our health for a festival.

After calling the pandemic “The New Normal” we just all acted that we’re back to normal but still aware that the Covid-19 is still around. The Vigan City Fiesta is a big risk, covid cases is still increasing in our town and that’s enough reason to say that implementing the fiesta is dangerous.

I checked some of the articles and read that this year’s Vigan City Fiesta may continue but with very strict protocols which I agree and disagree with this decision. I agree because atleast there is some safe protocols to decrease the risk of the virus from spreading, and also, I disagree because there’s still the possibility that thecovid cases will increase in our town because of the celebration of our fiesta.

We’re gonna experience a lot of struggles especially to our fellow townspeople because they might not follow the safety protocols which can lead to bigger issues in our town.Implementing the fiesta is a challenge and a risk but hoping that it will be successful and the people will be safe.

https://lovepilipinas.com/event/vigan-city-fiesta/

https://www.vigan.ph/attractions/vigan-city-fiesta.html

New Era

 It’s been a struggle studying amidst the pandemic and we all know that. These past few years was an unexpected journey but I’m grateful that I was safe against the virus, and not all that, I’m also thankful because I have good

friends and families who supports and cheer for me to feel better. I got to admit that I had a character development because to be honest, I really learned a lot during this pandemic. I got to know myself better, got new perspectives in life because of the movies I’ve watched, and lastly, I learned how to distance myself from people who aren’t good for me. The past few years were painful and I’m slowly healing. We still have an ongoing pandemic and I’m really hoping this to end already because we are experiencing a lot of difficulties and it might create bigger issues. Well, we can’t do anything about the virus, but we can stay safe at our house to prevent positive cases. Back to the main topic, there’s this saying “New year, new me” and I agree and disagree, I believe that it is right to think about the future and forget about your painful past, but also, it is not your responsibility to force yourself to change just because it’s a new year. You are responsible for yourself, but don’t be pressured to change anything, just live and exist, just be you. I think having that kind of mindset can help a lot of people for their mindset this new year.

Holiday Season Amidst the Pandemic

 

Traditionally, the end of the year is filled with holiday celebrations, family gatherings, and good cheer but the holidays will look a little different this year. As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, the cautions that holiday gatherings and travel carry a high risk for getting or spreading COVID-19.That’s why it’s important to celebrate safely this year and act responsibly to protect yourself and your loved ones.

Celebrating with those in your household is the only safe option and the best way to protect yourself and others. About last year, I researched about how people responded in celebrating a holiday, specifically Christmas and I wanted to know how people are cope, so I did a lot of research and saw that there was nothing scientific about this venture, but the responses I read were heartfelt and affirming.

People are finding all sorts of ways to connect, celebrate and reflect. There was a lot of dinners over Zoom, but also many small gatherings outdoors, around fire pits and on porches beneath heated lamps. Their responses tell us that they took care the dangers of the pandemic seriously. That they are planned to make big sacrifices, at great personal cost, to keep themselves and their communities safe. 

Now that the cases of covid in our country is decreasing and have less strict health protocols, I’m predicting and manifesting to have more social interactions with our loved ones this year’s holiday. Our world is healing and hoping we can finally overcome this pandemic next year.

References:

https://amp.wbur.org/cognoscenti/2020/11/20/your-stories-a-very-covid-thanksgiving-and-christmas-cloe-axelson-frannie-carr-toth 

https://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/topics/covid-19/2020/11/comfort-and-joy-during-coroanvirus-pandemic-and-the-holidays/

https://childmind.org/article/holiday-during-the-pandemic/