Unilab Foundation leads implementation of $10.6M USAID-funded workforce development program
Unilab Foundation, Inc. (ULF), in partnership with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), formally launched the...
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The ULF Team
- Jan 3
Unilab Foundation convenes PGCA, PAP to ‘RACE Against Suicide’
The Unilab Foundation (ULF) convened members of psychologists and guidance counselor communities on a two-day training that further...
The ULF Team
- Jan 3
National Play Advocacy Week calls on individuals, brands, & organizations to work together...
According to United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), COVID-19 may have long-lasting impacts on children and young people's mental health...
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Irene Mariano
- Apr 3, 2017
United for Down for a #healthierPH
United for Down is part of our mission to build a healthier Philippines. It aims to provide awareness and actual healthcare program for persons with Down Syndrome. This event primarily focuses on health-related needs of these PWDs in hope that they may also be part of our program, Project Inclusion. I was browsing my Facebook account when a friend shared the Unilab Foundation’s (ULF) page requesting for social media volunteers to the United for Down annual event. It got my in
Warren Ronell Flores
- Sep 20, 2016
In Search of my “Seoul-mate” (Part 1)
This is not the kind of love story found in novels or movies, but it is a love story, nonetheless. This is not the kind of love story found in novels or movies, but it is a love story, nonetheless. It was in 2013 when we first met. I was part of a service organization called Rotaract Club of Metro Cebu – CIT University Chapter (RACMC-CIT) back in college. A colleague of mine led us to a public school, high up in the mountains of Carcar City, Cebu. The school lacked access to
The ULF Team
- Jul 7, 2016
Job Coach Volunteers, all set to help build inclusive workplaces
SPED teachers from private and public schools, occupational therapists and physical therapists, HR specialists, senior managers, families and friends of PWDs, students, and young professionals committed to championing the uniqueness and exceptional contribution of PWDs in the workplace. Project Inclusion conducted its introductory course for volunteer Job Coaches for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) last June 25, 2016 at the Bayanihan Center Annex. We were expecting 15-20 vol
Jayme A. Duran
- Feb 4, 2016
The power of a click: From volunteer to facilitator
It was just a regular day. I was browsing on good old Facebook, when I saw a post by Unilab Foundation asking for people to be Play it Forward Weekend Hospital Volunteers. I said to myself, “Well, why not? I don’t have anything going on during weekends.” It was just a regular day. I was browsing on good old Facebook, when I saw a post by Unilab Foundation asking for people to be Play it Forward Weekend Hospital Volunteers. I said to myself, “Well, why not? I don’t have anythi
Carla Piñeda, MD
- Nov 25, 2015
A non-negotiable YES to a #healthierPH
The Leadership Journey (LJ) was a significant turning point in my life. Months prior to my LJ, I was seriously contemplating on leaving the Philippines – for good. I was frustrated with the bureaucracy and inefficiencies in the health system and in the Philippines, in general. The Leadership Journey (LJ) was a significant turning point in my life. Months prior to my LJ, I was seriously contemplating on leaving the Philippines – for good. I was frustrated with the bureaucrac
Charibel de Pedro
- Nov 25, 2015
What will be your story?
When my friend Michael asked me to join the program two years ago, I was doubtful. Would I accept the challenge of building a healthier Philippines? I visited the church, prayed over it. I also observed the constellations, and consulted a fortune teller. Joining Ideas Positive is the best thing that has happened to my life. It brings out the best in me, taps my creativity, and supports my personal advocacy. Ideas Positive is the perfect platform for members of the youth to br
Marvin Cesario
- Nov 25, 2015
Forecasting for a healthier tomorrow
I believe that spreading the word about the mission of Unilab Foundation is my calling. I am proud to be an ambassador, in and out of the office, to my friends and my family, online and offline. Offer me a cup of coffee, and I can share with you what we do to build a healthier Philippines. It was a big milestone for all weathermen in the world as they--well, including me, a frustrated weatherman--to witness the formation of the strongest storm ever recorded. I never imagined
Adrienne Dy
- Jul 14, 2015
The writing's on the wall
No contribution was too small for a dream so big – a healthier future for all 100+ million Filipinos. The Post-It pledges may have been tiny, but together, they made a colorful mosaic map of the kind of country we envision for generations to come. Last June 30-July 1, Unilab Foundation participated in the Corporate Social Responsibility Expo by the League of Corporate Foundations (LCF) titled “Collaborate. Sustain. Revolutionize.” Held at the SMX Convention Center in SM Aura,
Paolo Tanchuling
- Jun 8, 2015
#IdeasPositiveRun5: Beacons of Change, Rays of Hope in Sitio Parola Pt.2
Besides sharing labors, Team Catalysts and the Sitio Parola residents also share joys. “Ang sarap matulog sa gabi na alam mong yung tulong mo ay gumagana at yung community ay masaya,” Lady shares. “Kung ngiting tagumpay sila, e mas ngiting tagumpay din sa amin, na kahit papaano, naapektuhan namin si Aquaponics: cultivation in tandem An important component of AKBAYAN is aquaponics. It combines aquaculture – cultivating fish or other aquatic organisms; and hydroponics – growing
Paolo Tanchuling
- Jun 4, 2015
#IdeasPositiveRun5: Beacons of Change, Rays of Hope in Sitio Parola Pt.1
(Part 1 of 2). Most Sitio Parola residents depend on fishing for their livelihood – an unstable source of income that leaves the community economically disadvantaged compared to the rest of Wawa. The residents also face related issues of malnutrition, disease and pollution. The coastal community of Sitio Parola (Filipino for “lighthouse”) lies close to Wawa Port in Batangas, where its namesake, a lighthouse, stands. It is part of Barangay Wawa in the Municipality of Nasugbu,
The ULF Team
- Feb 13, 2015
Unite for Down; make holistic health possible for Persons with Down Syndrome
More groups are joining hands to build a more inclusive Philippines as Unilab Foundation (ULF), with the Down Syndrome Association of the Philippines, Inc. (DSAPI) launched United for Down, a long term health care program for Persons with Down Syndrome (DS). More groups are joining hands to build a more inclusive Philippines as Unilab Foundation (ULF), with the Down Syndrome Association of the Philippines, Inc. (DSAPI) launched United for Down, a long term health care program
The ULF Team
- Nov 25, 2014
A Chat with the First Barangay Captain of #healthierPH, Ciarra Opeda
Going up the ranks made me feel like my efforts are being rewarded, and I could not be any happier. My goal was simply to give back to the community, but having received a little bit more than what I gave out was an unexpected surprise. How do we build a #healthierPH? Through bayanihan! So when we hear how Voluntars are making a difference in their own way, it’s always such a thrill. We are happy to share with you our online conversation with the first Barangay Captain of #he
The ULF Team
- Nov 10, 2014
A Chat with the First Community Leader of #healthierPH, Joy Merced
Meet Joy, the first among over 500 #healthierPH Citizens to rank up and become a Community Leader of #healthierPH. We asked her a few questions and were amazed with what she has to say about her experience with the #healthierPH Volunteer Portal. Meet Joy, the first among over 500 #healthierPH Citizens to rank up and become a Community Leader of #healthierPH. We asked her a few questions and were amazed with what she has to say about her experience with the #healthierPH Volunt
The ULF Team
- Oct 17, 2014
Health goes viral at the #healthierPH Digital Media Night
It was a night of fun activities, collaborative networking and wacky poses, amidst colorful backdrops and comfort food. The “rockstars of digital media” – from online news writers to bloggers on health, fitness, parenting, lifestyle and advocacy – were introduced to ULF’s mission and programs... Netizens, unite for health! Unilab Foundation has expanded into digital space, bringing the same message of health to new and exciting heights. Novel possibilities in volunteerism wer
Lady G. Dy
- May 15, 2014
Forever a Catalyst
I am a busy student. I actively participate in academic and non-academic activities, and the semester when I joined Ideas Positive was the busiest one. I actually had doubts about joining, but in the end, I never regretted this experience. I will never regret this. Ever. “Oras na ng pagbabago, tara sama-sama tayo!” Once a Catalyst, always a Catalyst. My journey in becoming an agent of change started when I joined Team Catalysts for Ideas Positive Run 5. Our team battled Iron
The ULF Team
- May 15, 2014
#healthierPH on HealthXPh: Social Media for Social Good
Recognizing the power of social media, Unilab Foundation espouses digital volunteerism to help achieve its mission of building a healthier Philippines, one click at a time. “We don’t have a choice on whether we do social media; the question is how well we do it.” Erik Qualman, motivational speaker and author of the best-seller “Socialnomics” According to WeAreSocial.sg, over 47 million Filipinos are active Internet users, spending an average of 5.2 hours every day on social m
Sheena Labor
- May 15, 2014
Becoming a Steward of Change
Four years ago, a rare opportunity knocked and asked me to become a steward of change. My friends and I came across Ideas Positive, a campaign to improve the Philippines that moved us so much, we decided to embrace a common vision and commit to turning our positive ideas into reality. Four years ago, a rare opportunity knocked and asked me to become a steward of change. My friends and I came across Ideas Positive, a campaign to improve the Philippines that moved us so much, w
Ryan Vincent C. Raz
- May 15, 2014
Ano bang meron sa Isabela?
Pag tinatanong ako tungkol sa Isabela, ang masasabi ko lang ay "syempre maganda", "magandang pasyalan". Pero akala ko lang pala yun, akala ko ayun lang ang meron sa Isabela, hindi pala, meron pa palang iba. Batong Labang, Ilagan, Isabela. Pag tinatanong ako tungkol sa Isabela, ang masasabi ko lang ay "syempre maganda", "magandang pasyalan". Pero akala ko lang pala yun, akala ko ayun lang ang meron sa Isabela, hindi pala, meron pa palang iba. Time check: 10:00 pm. Sakto. Oras
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