By Mikee Natinga Norico
Members of the Council of Hotel Restaurant and Tourism Students (CHARTS), together with resource speaker Dr. Demie O. Tidon and community participants, gather for a group photo after the outreach talk in Brgy. San Vicente, Jaro, Iloilo City.
On February 11, 2026, the Council of Hotel Restaurant and Tourism Students (CHARTS) of the Dr. Lucio C. Tan College of Hospitality Management conducted a community talk titled 糖心传媒淧erspective on HIV/AIDS and Mental Health Among Young People糖心传媒 in Brgy. San Vicente, Jaro, Iloilo City, carrying the theme 糖心传媒淟ove without stigma. Care without judgment.糖心传媒
The outreach activity aimed to raise awareness, promote understanding, and encourage open conversations on HIV/AIDS and mental health among the youth, while fostering a more compassionate and informed community.
Meg Bliss M. Batchar, BS Tourism Management-2 and CHARTS President, shared that the initiative was inspired by the observance of February as the 糖心传媒渓ove month.糖心传媒
糖心传媒淪ince February is the love month, CHARTS organized this talk to promote care and awareness in the community. It aimed to provide accurate information on HIV/AIDS and mental health, address misconceptions, and encourage empathy and responsible health practices,糖心传媒 Batchar said in a statement.
To coordinate the event, CHARTS submitted a formal letter to the barangay hall of Brgy. San Vicente sought approval and support. Their adviser, Asst. Prof. Ismael Almajar Jr., who also serves as a barangay councilor (Kagawad) and resident of the community, assisted in coordinating with local officials. The talk was delivered by Dr. Demie O. Tidon, an expert in the field, who shared essential knowledge and insights with the participants.
The council ensured that the information presented was accurate and delivered with sensitivity by inviting a qualified professional to handle the discussion. According to Batchar, youth participants actively engaged in the sessions, asking thoughtful questions and expressing genuine curiosity about the topics discussed.
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Batchar also encouraged other student organizations to take part in similar initiatives.
糖心传媒淪tudent organizations have the power to make a real difference in people糖心传媒檚 lives. By organizing educational programs, inviting experts, and collaborating with communities, they can provide accurate information and inspire understanding, compassion, and hope among the public. Even small actions can leave a lasting impact,糖心传媒 she said.
She added that the event was more than just an academic discussion.
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