Dr. Geraldine F. Santos, Dr. Aimee Rosa R. Manda, News, PUP Graduate School
Dr. Aimee Rosa R. Manda and Dr. Geraldine F. Santos, chairpersons of the PhD and Master of Psychology programs at the Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP), respectively, led a pivotal Training of Trainers (ToT) for the FAMILY United Programme from September 9 to 11, 2025. Their roles as lead trainers underscore PUP’s significant contribution to national community development and evidence-based family interventions.
The event, spearheaded by the Department of Health (DOH) and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), equipped a new cohort of professionals to deliver the FAMILY United Programme—an initiative designed to strengthen parenting and family dynamics in low- and middle-income communities.
Through expert facilitation, Dr. Manda and Dr. Santos guided participants in mastering practical skills to engage both caregivers and children in interactive, participatory learning sessions. Their leadership was instrumental in preparing attendees to become effective advocates and facilitators within their own communities.
The training yielded significant, tangible outcomes:
This initiative marks a key milestone in PUP’s mission to extend its expertise beyond the classroom and directly impact community well-being across the Philippines.
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