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DILG urges youth: Lead fight vs social ills

Glen Jacob Jose and Jing Villamente

The Department of the Interior and Local Government is appealing to Sangguniang Kabataan Federation presidents and Philippine Military Academy cadets to join in the grand task of nation-building as he acknowledged their crucial role in addressing societal problems during the National Youth Convention 2023 in Baguio City.

DILG Secretary Benjamin Abalos Jr. told the 1,000 newly-minted SK Federation presidents and PMA cadets to join the government and be proactive in the fight against illegal drugs, malnutrition and stunting, HIV/AIDS and other societal ills that confront the nation.

"You, the Filipino youth, hold immense power to help address societal concerns. Your talents, skills, and numerical advantage make you a formidable force for positive change," Abalos said.