Biliran Province State University, through its Guidance and Counseling Services Office (GCSO) and in collaboration with second-year Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) students, hosted the “APT: A Positive Turn Symposium” on November 22.

With the theme “Breaking Free from the Shackles of Teenage Pregnancy,” the symposium aimed to address concerns about early pregnancy by promoting community-wide discussions on the importance of education, access to reproductive health services, and empowering young women.

The event, which was attended by Grade 12 students from BiPSU Laboratory High School (BiPSU LHS), was held at the University Student Center.

In her welcome remarks, Mrs. Jocelyn Caing, head of GCSO, emphasized that the symposium was anchored in the university’s mission of empowering students to make informed career and life choices. “You will be empowered with the knowledge and strategies to enlighten you on what decisions to make that would give you a better future,” she said.

The main session, titled “Teenage Pregnancy Behavior,” was delivered by Ms. Maria Lovella B. Ang, who underscored the need to raise awareness among the youth about teenage pregnancy and to combat the stigma surrounding it.

Following the discussion, an open forum allowed students to ask questions related to teenage pregnancy, followed by a sharing session where participants expressed their thoughts on how to help raise awareness about its prevention.

Furthermore, the event marked the final activity in GCSO’s series designed to promote personal growth, awareness, and well-being among students, reinforcing the university’s commitment to cultivating an informed and empowered academic community.

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[This article aligns with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 3: Good Health and Well-Being and SDG 5: Gender Equality.]