Women rising up

Aboitiz Foundation, the corporate social responsibility arm of the Philippines’ first techglomerate, in partnership with the LGUs of Tagoloan and Villanueva, Union Bank of the Philippines, and key community stakeholders, proudly supported the graduation of Batch 60 and 61 women beneficiaries of the Elevate AIDA program through a comprehensive Financial Literacy and Cybersecurity Training held in June in Misamis Oriental.

The initiative aims to equip women with essential knowledge and practical skills to achieve economic independence, promote responsible digital behavior, and foster sustainable livelihoods in their communities.

“Through Elevate AIDA, we empower women not just to participate in the economy but to thrive and lead within it. Financial literacy and cybersecurity are now basic life skills, and the training reaffirms our commitment to making sure every woman in our communities is ready for the digital and financial realities of today,” said Ginggay Hontiveros-Malvar, president of Aboitiz Foundation.

Led by Marisel Baluran of InLife, the Financial Literacy Training provided the graduates with practical tools to effectively manage household finances, save for the future, and make informed economic decisions. Meanwhile, UnionBank’s cybersecurity experts, Mr. Zeus Araneta and Ms. Sherryl Ann Neri, led the Digital Safety Training, guiding the women on navigating digital spaces safely, protecting their personal information, and building confidence in using online platforms for personal and entrepreneurial ventures.