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Empowering Voices, Inspiring Change: CMC Student Leaders Selected for the #AMINEXT? Ambassadors Program 2026

As part of its continuing commitment to internationalization, leadership development, and global citizenship formation, Central Mindanao Colleges (CMC) proudly recognizes two of its student leaders, Anjo Louis Banaban, President of the Gender and Development Organization, and Ariane Grace Banais, Public Relations Officer of CMC PRISM (Passionate and Responsive Individuals for Strategic Internationalization and Sustainable Development in Mindanao), for being selected to participate in the #AMINEXT? Ambassadors Program scheduled on March 28 to 29, 2026, at Robinsons Cybergate Delta Tower 2, Davao City.

Chosen from a competitive pool of 256 applicants from across Mindanao, they are among the 21 selected women and LGBTQIA+ leaders, victim survivors, and allies who will take part in this leadership and advocacy program organized by Our Stories, Our Voices in partnership with Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH Civil Peace Service.

The program focuses on amplifying the voices and lived experiences of women and LGBTQIA+ advocates as platforms for leadership, empowerment, and social transformation. Participants will undergo a two day face to face leadership and community building workshop, complemented by online learning engagements through the ATINGI Digital Enquirer Kit on Gender Based Violence. The program aims to equip ambassadors with practical knowledge and skills to address the social, cultural, and digital dimensions of gender based violence.

Through expert led sessions, collaborative workshops, and solution building activities, participants are expected to strengthen their advocacy competencies, expand professional networks, and enhance their capacity to contribute to gender equality and inclusive development initiatives within their respective communities.

The participation of these students reflects CMC’s strategic direction toward strengthening global engagement, student mobility, and meaningful participation in programs aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly on quality education, gender equality, and partnerships for development.

The Center for International Affairs and Linkages (CIAL) commends Anjo and Ariane for exemplifying the ideals of transformative student leadership and global engagement. Their participation demonstrates the institution’s commitment to producing graduates who are not only academically competent but also socially responsive and globally competitive.

Central Mindanao Colleges expresses its full support and pride as they represent the institution in this significant international and intercultural learning engagement.

Congratulations, Anjo and Ariane. Continue to lead, inspire, and create impact beyond borders.

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