40 Parish Caritas volunteers from the parishes of District 3 of the Archdiocese of Cebu participated in the district-level capacity building and consultation on good governance and ecology last October 29, 2022 at the Archdiocesan Shrine of St. Michael the Archangel in Argao, Cebu.
Cebu Caritas Program Director Fr. Alden John Baran gave a theological reflection and insights on Laudato Si’. Atty. Maria Jane Paredes discussed good governance and disinformation. Atty. May Matuguina gave a talk on Violence Against Women and Children (VAWC). Cebu Caritas Developmental Program Coordinator Kendrick Miñoza facilitated the focus group discussion.
A pledge of commitment on upholding good governance, promoting integral ecology and fighting disinformation was made by the participants.
District 3 Service Priest In-charge Fr. Florino Tonde and Argao Team Moderator Fr. Antonio Zamora were present during the activity.
Cebu Caritas Inc. is the mandated social action arm of the Archdiocese of Cebu. It serves the Anawim through its Humanitarian, Developmental, and Justice and Peace programs.