CALAPAN CITY – The Provincial Government of Oriental Mindoro has extended the registration deadline for the 2024 Oriental Mindoro Parliament of Youth Leaders (OMPYL) to Oct. 22, 2024, officials announced Sunday.

The extension will provide more young Mindoreños the opportunity to participate in this essential youth engagement program.

The four-day event, scheduled for Nov. 7-10, 2024, is designed to gather young leaders from across the province’s 14 municipalities and one city.

This year’s parliament is organized to amplify youth voices in local governance and policy-making. The event aligns with the province’s commitment to youth empowerment and participatory governance.

Participants will engage in policy-making discussions, legislative simulations, and leadership development activities.

Governor Humerlito “Bonz” A. Dolor, in collaboration with Vice Governor Ejay L. Falcon and the Sangguniang Panlalawigan, is spearheading this joint program, implemented through the Office of the Governor – Youth Development Division (GO-YDD) and the Provincial Youth Development Council (PYDC), with support from various stakeholders including the Sangguniang Kabataan, Department of Education, Higher Education Institutions, Local Government Units, and Local Youth Development Offices.

Eligibility criteria for applicants include:

1. Age range of 15-30 years old
2. Residency in Oriental Mindoro for at least six months
3. Not currently serving as an elected or appointed SK Official
4. Limited to two-time participation for previous attendees
5. Preferably a member or officer of a youth organization in the province
6. Interest and background in policy-making and legislation

The application process involves three steps: filling out an online application form, undergoing a screening process, and awaiting confirmation of acceptance.

Interested youth can access the Google Forms application link provided by the organizers. Applicants under 18 must submit a parental consent form, available through a separate link.

For inquiries, potential applicants can visit the GO-YDD/PYDC Office on the 2nd floor of the Provincial Capitol Complex in Camilmil, Calapan City, or call 288-6075 or 09958320258.

Additional information is available through the email addresses [email protected] and [email protected], as well as the Oriental Mindoro – Provincial Youth Development Council Facebook page.