Philippines

The Secretary-General of IIMSAM laud IIMSAM’s Volunteer Corps for a resounding successful humanitarian event in a synergy of cooperation with local authorities. All the volunteers that took their time to assist in this worthwhile philanthropic endeavor for the Lipay Elementary School kids and others. The humanitarian distribution of vital school supplies during Academic year 2018/19 It would not have been possible without the Volunteers and others. IIMSAM is grateful for their assistance and logistical support they provided.

The event took place to commemorate International Literacy Day 8 September. The United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and its partners promote the day to underline the significance of literacy for healthy societies, with a strong emphasis on epidemics and communicable diseases such as HIV, tuberculosis, and malaria.

In countries all over the world, including the United States and the United Kingdom, the day raises people’s awareness of and concern for literacy problems within their own communities. Activities such as letters to the editor in newspapers, as well as news reports about the concerns for low literacy levels, have occurred as a result of this increased awareness. Other activities include literacy day projects, particularly with regard to technology and literature, which are promoted by various organizations including reading associations.