Posted on

13 APRIL 2026

Benguet State University concluded the “Naila Mi Naadal Mi: Showcasing Women’s Creativity, Leadership, and Contributions to Community” photo essay competition at the Gender and Development (GAD) office lobby.

The activity, held from March 23 to April 13, 2026, was part of the 2026 National Women’s Month Celebration. It was organized by Gigy G. Banes of the College of Social Sciences, Dame Estravilla-Estigoy of the College of Arts and Humanities, and the GAD office.

GAD Director Jude L. Tayaben delivered the welcome remarks while Banes presented the activity’s rationale. The photo exhibit aimed to showcase women’s creativity, roles in leadership, and community engagement. Each entry honored women leaders, weavers, and traditional artisans.

The contest was participated by students enrolled in CORDI 101 (Cordillera History and Culture) and Literature 114 (English and American Literature) subjects as part of their class output.

The activity was highlighted by the awarding of the top five photo essay winners and the top three People’s Choice Awards. The winners are:

Photo Essay:

Top 1 – Bachelor of Secondary Education (BSED): Entry #19
Erazo, Mishaelle B.
Gonggora, Mhiracle A.
Lorenzo, Roji Joy B.
Rosendo, Rhistine MaeC.
Semana, Kathlenerose A.
Top 2 – BSED 2B: Entry #3
Agomoyeng, Jamie S.
Binayan, Maeklye D.
Bobod, Leane A.
Dapyawen, Ivane MaeJ.
Icao, Zyra May B.
Top 3 – BSED 2B: Entry #20
Balang, Althea
Bautista, Jeric
Canuto, Kena
Doculan, Cel Mari
Macasinag, Danica
Top 4 – Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics 3B: Entry #24
Aliswag, Althea Jade C.
Canute, Jonafe N.
Es-esa, Daiseree R.
Fabian, Ress Lyn P.
Gados, Stephanie P.
Odlas, Missy N.
Top 5 – BSED: Entry #15
Aclino, Ashlee
Dela Cruz, Keziah
Contic, Alvie Gwen
Herreria, Novalyn
People’s Choice Awards
1st Choice – Entry #1
Dayote, Benita
Garcia, Jesherelle
Kantala, Kreianne
Tampic, Ronald
2nd Choice – Entry #20
Balang, Althea
Bautista, Jeric
Canuto, Kena
Doculan, Cel Mari
Macasinag, Danica
3rd Choice – Entry #21
Logro, Judy
Pedrin, Velmarie
Tikyao, Roxan

Estravilla-Estigoy thanked all the participants and everyone who contributed to the activity’s success in her closing remarks. The activity aligns with Sustainable Development Goal 5 (Gender Equality).